New York Attorney Neil Willner to Attend NCSLA 2025 Alcohol Regulation Conference in Buffalo
Sep 12, 2025
This year, the New York State Liquor Authority is hosting the NCSLA 2025 Northern/Southern Regional Conference from September 14 to 16, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel & Conference Center in Buffalo, New York.
Vicente LLP counsel Neil M. Willner, based in the firm’s New York office, will be in attendance. The conference will bring together regulators, attorneys, and industry leaders to discuss pressing issues in alcohol regulation and policy.
About Neil Willner
Neil M. Willner focuses his practice on the cannabis industry, with a particular emphasis on regulatory and compliance matters in New York, New Jersey and other jurisdictions across the country. Over the last several years, Neil has been at the forefront of regulatory challenges concerning the crossover of the hemp and regulated marijuana industries.
For the past several years, Neil has served on the Executive Committee of the New York State Bar Association’s Cannabis Section, where he chairs the Regulatory Sub-Committee. Learn more.
About the Conference
The NCSLA 2025 Alcohol Regulation Conference brings together regulators, attorneys, and industry leaders to address key issues in alcohol law and policy. This year’s panels will explore:
- Rising industry costs and the impact of tariffs
- Best practices for donations and scholarships
- Environmental sustainability and public policy in the beverage sector
- Compliance frameworks for alternating proprietorships and custom crush models
- Fulfillment houses and their role in direct-to-consumer (DTC) alcohol sales
The program also includes a historical look at alcohol regulation from Prohibition to today, interactive trivia sessions, and networking events such as the welcome reception and President’s Dinner.
Learn More
The NCSLA 2025 Northern/Southern Regional Conference will be held September 14–16, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo. Visit the NCSLA website for full details and registration.
Vicente LLP is actively tracking developments at the intersection of alcohol, cannabis, and hemp regulation. Contact us today to learn how our team can support your business in navigating compliance and licensing challenges.