The Law & Business of Marijuana Dispensaries
Clearing the haze from the regulatory, licensing and operational maze
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Product Description
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Nationally, the medical marijuana or “cannabis” industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, with medical marijuana laws passed in 42 states, and several states with recreational marijuana programs. The seemingly rapid evolution of the industry—sometimes referred to as the “green rush”—has done little to diminish the inherent legal uncertainties that arise as policy and law is applied to this new field.
Counsel for marijuana businesses must address unique legal issues relating to regulatory compliance, state licensing, and local siting, while also addressing standard business law issues relating to contract drafting, corporate structure, and tax implications—through the unique lense of marijuana laws.
This program analyzes key aspects of the Massachusetts medical marijuana law pertinent to business law practitioners—such as those relating to licensing, permitting, financing, corporate structure, and tax considerations—and features discussion of applicable Federal law and risk assessments. Hear from expert panelists who provide insight into the complex business and legal issues underlying marijuana dispensary operations.
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Agenda
Agenda & Materials
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2:00 - 2:05 p.m.
Welcome and Introduction
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2:05 - 2:21 p.m.
Overview of Applicable Marijuana Laws in the Commonwealth and Nationally
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2:21 - 2:37 p.m.
State Licensing: Navigating the DPH Application Process
on demand video Add to CartValerio G. Romano, Esq., VGR Law Firm LLC , Boston
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2:37 - 2:53 p.m.
State and Local Compliance and Regulation: Navigating the Regulatory Landscape
on demand video Add to CartMichael H. Dundas, Esq., Sira Naturals, Inc. , Cambridge
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2:53 - 3:09 p.m.
Corporate Financing and Structuring: Non-Profit Compliance for Registered Marijuana Dispensaries
on demand video Add to CartMichael H. Dundas, Esq., Sira Naturals, Inc. , Cambridge
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3:09 - 3:25 p.m.
Siting a Dispensary: Land Use, Zoning, and Real Estate Considerations
on demand video Add to CartValerio G. Romano, Esq., VGR Law Firm LLC , Boston
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3:25 - 3:35 p.m.
Networking and Refreshment Break
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3:35 - 4:05 p.m.
Financing and Banking Issues for Operational Marijuana Dispensaries
on demand video Add to CartMichael H. Dundas, Esq., Sira Naturals, Inc. , Cambridge
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4:05 - 4:15 p.m.
What Can a Dispensary Deduct?: The Tax Implications of 280-E for State-Legal Marijuana Operations
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4:15 - 4:23 p.m.
Intersection of State and Federal Law
on demand video Add to CartValerio G. Romano, Esq., VGR Law Firm LLC , Boston
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4:23 - 4:39 p.m.
Medical to Recreational: Update on the 2016 Ballot Initiative to Legalize and Regulate Commercial Sales of Marijuana for Adult Use
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4:39 - 4:55 p.m.
The Business Implications of Legalization Initiatives for Adult Use of Marijuana
Valerio G. Romano, Esq., VGR Law Firm LLC , Boston
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4:55 - 5:00 p.m.
"Ask the Experts" Q&A Session
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