Vicente LLP Partner Jerrico Perez Selected for 2024 Super Lawyers Colorado Rising Stars

Mar 13, 2024

We are thrilled to share that Vicente LLP partner Jerrico Perez Bennett was selected to the 2024 Rising Stars listing by Super Lawyers for her exceptional work in administrative law in Colorado. Super Lawyers, a branch of Thomas Reuters, is a prestigious rating service that acknowledges outstanding lawyers across over 70 practice areas who have achieved high peer recognition and professional success. 

Vicente LLP Included in Law360’s 2023 Cannabis Practice Groups of the Year

Jan 30, 2024

We are proud to announce that Vicente LLP has been recognized as a top performer in the industry, landing on Law360’s prestigious Cannabis Practice Groups of the Year list for 2023!

Vicente LLP Attorneys Recognized in 5280 Magazine’s 2024 List as Top Marijuana Lawyers

Jan 4, 2024

Vicente LLP attorneys Shawn Hauser, Jerrico Perez, Christian Sederberg, and Brian Vicente were recognized by 5280 magazine in its annual "Denver's Top Lawyers 2024" list of the city's most respected attorneys.

Adam Fine Ranked in Massachusetts Super Lawyers’ 2023 List for Cannabis Law and Business Law

Nov 9, 2023

For the second year in a row, Vicente LLP partner Adam Fine has been recognized by Super Lawyers for his exceptional practice in Massachusetts.

Vicente LLP Ranked in 2024 Best Law Firms List for Corporate Law, Real Estate, Land Use & Zoning Law, and Government Relations Practice

Nov 3, 2023

We're excited to announce that Vicente LLP was ranked in Best Lawyers® Best Law Firms® 2024 Edition—both nationally and regionally across multiple practice areas!

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.

Vicente LLP Receives Top Ranking in Cannabis Law from Chambers and Partners for the Fifth Year in a Row

Jun 12, 2023

Vicente LLP is honored to announce that the firm was recognized by Chambers and Partners as a top cannabis law practice in the U.S., and five of the firm's attorneys were individually ranked among the nation's top cannabis lawyers. Vicente has received a Nationwide Band 1 ranking from Chambers in all five years since the Cannabis Law section was added in 2019.

Becca Rutenberg Receives Legal Award at Green Market Report’s 2023 Women’s Leadership Awards

Mar 24, 2023

Congratulations to Becca Rutenberg for being a legal award winner at Green Market Report’s 2023 Women’s Summit!

Sally Kent Peebles Shares Insight into Florida's Medical Marijuana Licensing Process on "First Coast Connect with Melissa Ross"

Jan 6, 2023

Florida state health regulators are looking to issue up to 22 more medical marijuana licenses to operators around the state. Sally Peebles dives into what this means for Medical Marijuana Treatment Center applicants in the Sunshine State.

Vicente Sederberg Attorneys Recognized As Top Marijuana Lawyers in 5280 Magazine’s 2023 List

Jan 5, 2023

Congratulations to VS's cannabis attorneys who landed on 5280 Magazine's Top Lawyers 2023 list!

Vicente Sederberg Earns a Spot in MG Magazine’s Top Cannabis Employers of 2022 List

Dec 9, 2022

VS was recognized by MG Magazine as one of “America’s Top Cannabis Employers” for the fourth year in a row!

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!

FL Gorman Receives New York Commercial Estate Affiliate Award

Nov 16, 2022

Congratulations go out to VS partner FL Gorman, who was awarded “Affiliate of the Year” by the New York State Commercial Association of Realtors Rochester Chapter!

Vicente Sederberg LLP Ranked in 2023 U.S. News & World Report 'Best Law Firms' for Corporate Law, Land Use & Zoning Law

Nov 8, 2022

We're excited to announce that Vicente Sederberg LLP was ranked in U.S. News – Best Lawyers®  "Best Law Firms" 2023 Edition! VS is ranked nationally for Land Use & Zoning Law and regionally for Corporate Law in Colorado and Land Use & Zoning Law in Massachusetts.

Sally Kent Peebles Slated to Speak on Mississippi Cannabis Business Licensing at Lucky Leaf Expo

Sep 27, 2022

Sally Kent Peebles will be in Jackson, Mississippi on October 7 to speak about cannabis business licensing at the Lucky Leaf Expo!

Vicente Sederberg LLP Founding Partner Brian Vicente Named 2022 Cannabis MVP of the Year by Law360

Sep 22, 2022

Congratulations, Brian Vicente: Recognized as a Law360 2022 Cannabis MVP of the year!

Becca Rutenberg Recognized in Boston Business Journal's '40 Under 40' List

Aug 26, 2022

We're thrilled to announce that VS Vice President of Northeast Markets + Business Intelligence, Becca Rutenberg, earned a spot on the Boston Business Journal’s 2022 “40 under 40” list!

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.

[Event] How to Build Your Cannabis Business in Mississippi

Aug 1, 2022

Join VS, Dutchie, Mississippi Medical Marijuana Association (3MA) and Cure8 on August 18 for a cannabis business networking event in Jackson, Mississippi.

Florida Medical Marijuana Business Licensing Expansion is on the Horizon!

By Sally Kent Peebles
Jul 20, 2022

The wait may soon be over for those wishing to enter the Florida medical marijuana market with the upcoming general application process opening for medical marijuana treatment centers.

Vicente Sederberg Receives Top Ranking from Chambers and Partners for Fourth Straight Year

Jul 6, 2022

VS is excited to announce that the prestigious international legal directory Chambers & Partners awarded VS with the 'Cannabis Law Firm of the Year' award once again, extended VS a Band 1 ranking for the fourth straight year, and recognized five VS attorneys as top cannabis lawyers.

Sally Kent Peebles to Speak at Florida CannabisLAB Conference & Expo

May 20, 2022

On Friday, June 3 at 10 a.m. ET, Sally will join the panel "Legislative Updates: A Comparison of State Models."

Kim Napoli Recognized as 'Champion in Diversity & Inclusion' at 2022 New England Cannabis Community Awards

Apr 15, 2022

Kim Napoli was recognized by her peers during the 2022 NECANN Conference Community Awards

Vicente Sederberg LLP Shortlisted Once Again for Chambers USA ‘Cannabis Law – Law Firm of the Year’ Award

Apr 15, 2022

We are honored to announce that the firm is shortlisted for the second year in a row in the “Cannabis Law – Law Firm of the Year” award category by Chambers and Partners USA.

Shawn Hauser Recognized in Denver Business Journal's 26th Annual '40 Under 40' List

Mar 7, 2022

We're thrilled to announce that VS partner Shawn Hauser earned a spot on the Denver Business Journal’s 26th annual “40 under 40” list!

Sally Kent Peebles Joins Haze Radio Podcast at MJBizCon 2021

Dec 20, 2021

While at MJBizCon, VS partner Sally Kent Peebles sat down with Haze Radio Network's "The Business of Cannabis." Have a listen!

Vicente Sederberg LLP Named Among 50 Top Cannabis Employers in 2021

Dec 15, 2021

We're proud to be recognized by mg Magazine in their annual list of cannabis industry companies that excel in workplace culture and employee satisfaction!

Vicente Sederberg LLP Ranked in 2022 U.S. News & World Report "Best Law Firms" for Corporate Law

Nov 4, 2021

We're excited to announce that Vicente Sederberg LLP was ranked in U.S. News – Best Lawyers®  "Best Law Firms" 2022 Edition! VS was named a Tier 2 firm in Colorado for Corporate Law.

VS is Headed to Las Vegas for the Biggest Cannabis Event of the Year — MJBizCon!

Oct 5, 2021

We look forward to seeing our colleagues, clients, and friends at MJBizCon in Las Vegas, October 19-22!

Kim Napoli Recognized as 'Champion of Corporate Responsibility' at 2021 NECANN Cannabis Community Awards

Sep 20, 2021

Kim Napoli was nominated by her peers for two awards at this years' NECANN Conference Community Awards and ultimately voted the Champion of Corporate Responsibility!

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.

Vicente Sederberg Once Again Ranked Top Cannabis Law Firm by Chambers and Partners

Jun 8, 2021

The prestigious international legal directory awarded VS with the 2021 'Cannabis Law - Law Firm of the Year' award, once again extended VS a Band 1 ranking, and recognized two more VS attorneys as top cannabis lawyers.

Sally Kent Peebles Discusses Cannabis Updates, Including Florida Supreme Court Ruling with WJCT Public Media

Jun 3, 2021

The Florida Supreme Court recently issued a long-awaited ruling in the case Florida Department of Health v. Florigrown, LLC. VS partner Sally Kent Peebles recently discussed this and more with WJCT Public Media.

Sally Kent Peebles Discusses Cannabis Law and WISE Florida on Canna Guys Podcasts

Apr 21, 2021

VS partner Sally Kent Peebles discusses her work in cannabis law and advocacy, including the founding of WISE Florida, on two episodes of the Canna Guys podcast.

Sally Kent Peebles to Discuss Mississippi Medical Marijuana with Butler Snow LLP

Apr 19, 2021

VS attorney Sally Kent Peebles will participate in the panel "The Growing Field of Medical Marijuana - Mississippi and Beyond" on May 6, 2021.

Sally Kent Peebles Appears on Fox 35 Orlando News to Discuss Florida Medical Cannabis Law

Mar 29, 2021

VS partner Sally Kent Peebles was tapped to discuss Florida's medical cannabis law, specifically about medical marijuana use and employment.

Coronavirus and Cannabis: Monitoring the Impact

Mar 29, 2021

Vicente Sederberg is monitoring local, state, and federal responses to the coronavirus (COVID-19) and how they may impact cannabis businesses, service providers, and consumers.

Sally Kent Peebles Co-founds WISE Florida Cannabis Advocacy Organization

Mar 25, 2021

WISE Florida, a statewide education and advocacy initiative aimed at building support for legalizing and regulating cannabis for adult use, was launched on March 25, 2021.

Sally Kent Peebles Discusses Proposed THC Cap on Florida Cannabis on WJCT Public Media's 'First Coast Connect'

Mar 17, 2021

As the number of medical marijuana patients in Florida continues to grow, some Florida state lawmakers are exploring a possible cap on the level of THC in medical marijuana products. VS partner Sally Kent Peebles recently discussed this with WJCT Public Media.

Vicente Sederberg LLP Shortlisted for Chambers USA ‘Cannabis Law – Law Firm of the Year’ Award

Mar 12, 2021

We are honored to announce that Vicente Sederberg LLP has been shortlisted in the first-ever “Cannabis Law – Law Firm of the Year” award category by Chambers and Partners USA.

UF Law SNCBA to Host Cannabis Legalization in Florida Panel with Sally Kent Peebles

Feb 10, 2021

VS partner Sally Kent Peebles will discuss adult-use cannabis legalization in Florida with a Florida State Senator and State Representative.

Vicente Sederberg Attorneys Named Top Marijuana Lawyers by 5280 Magazine

Jan 5, 2021

Shawn Hauser, Jessica Scardina, Christian Sederberg, and Brian Vicente were included in the magazine's list of the 487 best lawyers in the Denver area.

Vicente Sederberg LLP Recognized as Colorado Industry Leader of the Year by Cannabis Business Awards

Dec 14, 2020

VS was honored to be recognized as the Industry Leader of the Year during the 2020 Colorado Cannabis Business Awards, held virtually on December 10, 2020. 

Celebrating 10 Years at the Leading Edge of Cannabis Law

By Vicente Sederberg LLP
Dec 1, 2020

For our 10th anniversary, we take a look back at VS's history of leadership in cannabis law, the marijuana and hemp industries, and drug policy reform.

Sally Kent Peebles Elected Co-Chair of Florida Medical Cannabis Advisory Committee

Oct 12, 2020

VS partner Sally Kent Peebles was elected co-chair of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Medical Cannabis Advisory Committee.

Sally Kent Peebles Discusses Florida Cannabis on 'First Coast Connect' with Melissa Ross

Sep 21, 2020

Four years after Florida voters approved the legalization of medical marijuana, edibles have been approved. VS Jacksonville attorney Sally Kent Peebles weighed in on this and other Florida cannabis issues with WJCT Public Media.

5 VS Attorneys Included in The Best Lawyers in America 2021

Aug 20, 2020

Vicente Sederberg LLP is pleased to share that five lawyers representing the firm’s Boston and Colorado offices were recognized by their attorney peers in The Best Lawyers in America© 2021.

Florida is Ready for the Hemp Industry

By Sally Kent Peebles, Caitlin Wightman
Apr 30, 2020

The hemp industry has arrived in Florida! After much anticipation, Florida farmers and hemp enthusiasts will finally be able to grow hemp right here in the Sunshine State.

Vicente Sederberg Ranked Top Cannabis Law Firm by Chambers and Partners

Apr 23, 2020

The prestigious international legal directory once again gave VS a Nationwide Band 1 ranking, and this time around it also individually ranked three of the firm's partners.

Coronavirus and Cannabis: Hemp Industry Updates

Apr 17, 2020

Vicente Sederberg is monitoring the potential impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on hemp businesses, service providers, and consumers.

Coronavirus and Cannabis: Florida Regulatory Updates

By Sally Kent Peebles
Apr 1, 2020

Vicente Sederberg is monitoring the potential impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on cannabis businesses, service providers, and consumers in Florida.

Vicente Sederberg LLP Recognized as a Top Cannabis Law Firm by Green Market Report

Apr 1, 2020

Vicente Sederberg LLP was listed in Green Market Report's 2020 "Top 11 Cannabis Law Firms."

Responding to COVID-19: Vicente Sederberg LLP Is Here to Help

Mar 16, 2020

VS is open for business and communicating with regulators to help answer your questions.

Florida Government Provides Hemp Product Labeling Guidance

Mar 2, 2020

Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services are informing stakeholders on the intricacies of Florida hemp labeling requirements via webinars.

Vicente Sederberg LLP Named Among 50 Top Cannabis Employers in 2019

Dec 12, 2019

We're proud to be recognized by mg Magazine in their annual list of companies that excel in workplace culture and employee satisfaction!

Sally Kent Peebles Voted Chair of Florida Medical Cannabis Advisory Board Subcommittee

Nov 20, 2019

VS attorney Sally Kent Peebles was voted Chair of the Legislative & Legal subcommittee within the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' Medical Cannabis Advisory Committee.

Sally Kent Peebles Discusses Cannabis Politics on Florida Public Radio’s “The Florida Roundup”

Aug 16, 2019

Tweets, calls and emails flooded the WLRN Florida Public Radio studio when VS Jacksonville attorney and Florida Medical Cannabis Advisory Committee member Sally Kent Peebles discussed cannabis and Florida politics on "The Florida Roundup."

VS Earns Top Ranking from Chambers and Partners

Aug 13, 2019

VS is honored to share that the firm has been ranked in ‘the gold-standard’ of international lawyer and law firm research, Chambers and Partners. The firm achieved Nationwide Band 1 ranking in Cannabis Law and is recognized for its "understanding of the law and network of people in the cannabis industry." 

Sally Kent Peebles Will Discuss the Florida Cannabis Industry at ICSC Jacksonville Event

Jul 18, 2019

VS attorney Sally Kent Peebles will participate in a cannabis industry retail real estate panel discussion at an ICSC event on July 25, 2019.

Florida Law Limiting Medical Marijuana Businesses Ruled Unconstitutional

By Sally Kent Peebles, Partner
Jul 17, 2019

Florida First District Court of Appeal issued an important opinion on the Dept of Health vs Florigrown lawsuit, which opens the door to the possibility of the Florida market opening up to more cannabis businesses, with lower barriers to entry.