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How to Find a Compliant Property for Your Colorado Natural Medicine Business

By Colleen Mitchell
Jul 15, 2025

If you’re planning to open a licensed natural medicine healing center, cultivation facility, or manufacturing business in Colorado, the first step is securing a compliant property. This process can be complex, involving both state and local zoning requirements, setback rules, and proper site control documentation. In this blog, we break down the key property considerations for Colorado natural medicine businesses, including how to navigate zoning approvals, understand state and local setback requirements, and secure the necessary site control documents to move your business forward.

[Webinar] Maryland Cannabis Real Estate: How to Find and Obtain Compliant Property

Jul 25, 2024

Attorneys and compliance experts from Vicente LLP's Maryland team discuss the requirements, compliance considerations, and best practices that will help make the process of finding compliant real estate for your cannabis business less daunting.

Maryland Legislative and Regulatory Changes Impacting the Cannabis Industry

By Meg Nash
Jun 11, 2024

June has been a busy month for the cannabis industry in Maryland! Read this article for updates regarding statutory and regulatory changes that will shape the industry moving forward, including those related to corporate structuring and locations where licensees can operate.

Best Lawyers® Recognizes 18 Attorneys From Vicente LLP for Work in Cannabis Law, Corporate Law, Real Estate Law, and Additional Practice Areas

Aug 17, 2023

Eighteen Vicente LLP attorneys were recognized in the 30th edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. The firm is proud to have several attorneys selected for inclusion in the prestigious lists for multiple years in a row, as well as a growing number of new additions to the lists each year.

What Minnesota Cannabis Licensees with Retail Operations Can Expect from Local Governments: License Limits, Zoning, Fees, and Compliance Checks

By Krissy Atterholt
Apr 11, 2023

Read this article for a breakdown of some of the powers that local governments in Minnesota would have over cannabis retail operations should the adult-use legalization bill Senate File 73 pass.

[Webinar] Checking in on New York's Journey to a Legal Cannabis Market

Feb 2, 2023

New York’s first adult-use dispensary is open… so, what’s next? It’s public comment time! Sharpen your pencils and watch this recorded session for a discussion about New York’s proposed adult use regulations and common issues impacting current and future cannabis businesses

Financing Cannabis-Related Real Estate CLE Features Charles Alovisetti

Dec 27, 2022

In a CLE on January 12, 2023, Charles Alovisetti will offer advice on the legal and practical issues borrowers and lenders need to consider when documenting and funding a loan transaction secured by cannabis-related real estate

Boston Magazine's 2022 'Top Lawyers' List Includes Eight Vicente Sederberg Attorneys

Nov 23, 2022

We're proud to announce that eight VS attorneys were included in Boston Magazine's 2022 'Top Lawyers' list! Congratulations to Brandon Kurtzman, Phil Silverman, Charles Alovisetti, David Ullian, Adam Fine, Jeremy Shaw, Meg Nash, and Michelle Bodian!

How to Navigate New Mexico’s Local Cannabis Zoning Laws

By James Nechleba
Sep 20, 2022

Hunting for an optimal cannabis business location in New Mexico demands a thorough investigation and understanding of state and local laws, but one should pay the closest attention to local rules.

Best Lawyers® Recognizes 14 Attorneys From Vicente Sederberg LLP for Work in Cannabis Law, Corporate Law, and Additional Practice Areas

Aug 19, 2022

VS is pleased to announce that 14 attorneys from national cannabis law firm Vicente Sederberg LLP (VS) were recognized this week by Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.

[Webinar] Massachusetts Cannabis Regulatory Update

Aug 19, 2022

Massachusetts Legislature recently voted to pass marijuana reform legislation that will impact the cannabis industry in significant ways, particularly with respect to social equity. Watch this for an overview of the new law and insights into how it might impact your business.

VS Thought Leaders to Speak at 2022 New Jersey Cannabis Convention

Aug 15, 2022

Jennifer Cabrera, Casey Leaver, Adam Fine and Steve Pemberton are scheduled to speak at New Jersey NECANN in September!

How to Find Appropriate Real Estate for Your New York Cannabis Business

By Jennifer Cabrera, David Ullian
Jul 21, 2022

So, you decided to start a cannabis business in New York. With the release of more license categories on the horizon, it’s an exciting and hectic time. Read this for some important tips and things to keep in mind when looking for real estate.

Adam Fine to Discuss Cannabis in Massachusetts at 2022 Real Estate Bar Association Conference

Apr 26, 2022

VS partner Adam Fine will discuss recent case law and provide a legislative primer on the siting of Massachusetts marijuana establishments at the Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts 2022 Spring Conference on May 2.

Brandon Kurtzman Joins BofC Live Podcast to Discuss How New York is Approaching Cannabis Legalization

Jan 25, 2022

VS partner Brandon Kurtzman recently sat down with Business of Cannabis to discuss the cannabis market that's on everyone's minds: New York.

[Webinar] Cannabis Real Estate Considerations

Oct 12, 2021

Watch this recorded session where members of VS’s real estate practice discuss cannabis real estate issues, including lease considerations, financing, and local jurisdiction laws that may affect your business. 

[Webinar] Diving into New Jersey's Cannabis Regulations

Aug 26, 2021

Watch this session for a dive into key elements of the regulations and an engaging discussion with special guests from the NJ CannaBusiness Association, the NJ League of Municipalities, and the US Cannabis Council.

7 VS Attorneys Included in The Best Lawyers in America 2022

Aug 19, 2021

Vicente Sederberg LLP is pleased to share that five lawyers representing the firm’s Colorado, Massachusetts, and New York offices were recognized by their attorney peers in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022.

Cannabis Policy & Your New Jersey Community: Municipal Working Session with Vicente Sederberg LLP

Jun 24, 2021

Local leaders in New Jersey learned about municipal cannabis policy, land use, and zoning from VS in a recent working session.

[Webinar] Tri-State Cannabis Update

Jun 23, 2021

Join VS for a free webinar on June 29 that will cover the latest updates on cannabis legalization and implementation in CT, NJ, and NY

Heather Kumer to Provide Insights at New Jersey Cannabis Insider Live: Focus on Municipalities Conference

Jun 4, 2021

NJCI Live: Focus on Municipalities, held on June 8-19, 2021, will dive into municipal issues for cannabis in New Jersey, including zoning, buildings, licensing, and jobs.

Heather Kumer to Discuss Zoning at NJ Planning & Redevelopment Conference

Jun 4, 2021

VS counsel Heather Kumer will participate in the panel "What the Zone? Cannabis in NJ and the Transition to Adult Use" with New Jersey cannabis leaders on June 10, 2021.

What is a Cannabis REIT?

By Charles Alovisetti, Cassia Furman
Apr 23, 2021

To many in the cannabis industry, REIT is not a common acronym. Yet, as cannabis businesses seek ways to raise funds, REITs are coming up in more and more conversations.

Jennifer Cabrera to Speak at Tri-State Cannabis Real Estate Summit

Mar 22, 2021

VS counsel Jennifer Cabrera will participate in a panel on April 8, 2021.

Elliot Choi to Discuss NYC Cannabis with New York Real Estate Journal

Mar 15, 2021

VS attorney Elliot Choi will join Rick Kaplan of NYREJ on April 8 for a discussion on cannabis industry real estate investments in New York City.

Commercial Leases Involving Cannabis Businesses

By Ben Leonard and Brett Williams
Mar 9, 2021

This article published by the Colorado Bar Association addresses issues unique to cannabis-related business lease transactions and offers suggestions for structuring such leases to maintain regulatory compliance.

When Do You Need Cannabis Regulatory Counsel? A Guide for Corporate Counsel

By Charles Alovisetti, Sally Kent Peebles
Jan 15, 2021

As more law firms are fielding client questions about cannabis industry transactions, it can be challenging for corporate counsel to identify when they need cannabis regulatory counsel.

The Cannabis Business: Understanding Law, Finance, and Governance in America's Newest Industry

By Vicente Sederberg LLP
Dec 18, 2020

Vicente Sederberg attorneys wrote the book on cannabis law — and now you can own it! This comprehensive primer on all things cannabis law is a must-have for anyone seeking to understand the major practical legal issues facing the marijuana and hemp industries.

Leasing Due Diligence Checklist for California Cannabis Businesses

By Christina Sava
Sep 10, 2020

Attention cannabis business owners! Don't forget to do your due diligence before leasing a space for your operations.

Jennifer Cabrera to Speak at New Jersey Cannabis Insider Live

Aug 21, 2020

VS attorney Jennifer Cabrera will discuss how legalization will affect NJ municipalities in this event from NJ Cannabis Insider.

Jennifer Cabrera Discusses Cannabis in Interview with New York Real Estate Journal

Jul 30, 2020

Watch this to hear about unique business issues in the cannabis industry, including real estate difficulties, in this interview with Rick Kaplan of NYREJ.

VS Partner Valerio Romano Discusses Cannabis with New England Real Estate Journal

Apr 17, 2020

A discussion on what's going on in the cannabis industry and, of course, real estate issues in the cannabis industry.