[Webinar] Preparing Your Massachusetts Cannabis Business for Inspections
May 6, 2021
Learn best practices for onsite cannabis business compliance by attending this Massachusetts-focused live session on May 20, 2021.
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[Webinar] East Coast vs. West Coast Cannabis Licensing
May 5, 2021
Join VS on May 13 to explore the stark differences and key similarities between east coast and west coast cannabis licensing.
Casey Leaver Discusses Cannabis Compliance on The Green Rush Live Talk Show
Apr 26, 2021
VS's director of regulatory compliance discusses Massachusetts cannabis business compliance on a recent episode of Pro Cannabis Media's Green Rush Live talk show.
[Webinar] Common Massachusetts Cannabis Compliance Pitfalls
Apr 22, 2021
Watch to learn about the common roadblocks found on the path to cannabis business compliance.
Charles Alovisetti Featured on NCIA's 'The Cannabis Industry Voice' Podcast
Apr 5, 2021
VS partner Charles Alovisetti recently talked about his book 'The Cannabis Business' with host Bethany Moore on NCIA's cannabis industry podcast
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.
Six Cannabis Regulatory Considerations Regarding State Receiverships
By Charles Alovisetti
Mar 19, 2021
VS partner Charles Alovisetti outlines six regulatory considerations cannabis investors and operators should keep in mind when thinking about court-supervised transfers of control of a cannabis business in this article published by Marijuana Venture.
Massachusetts Cannabis Regulatory Update: January 2021
Jan 13, 2021
Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission released regulatory changes impacting applicants, licensees, and stakeholders on January 8, 2021.
[Webinar] Complying with Changing Massachusetts Cannabis Regulations
Jan 13, 2021
Watch to learn about operational changes related to advertising and branding, white labeling, testing, agent registration, and more!
[Webinar] Challenging a Cannabis License Denial
Oct 27, 2020
If you operate in the cannabis industry, chances are you’ll need to challenge a regulatory decision at some point. Watch this session to learn about your options.
Ten Events That Shaped the Massachusetts Cannabis Industry
By Charles Alovisetti, Michelle Bodian, Elliot Choi
Oct 19, 2020
A brief history of cannabis regulation (including hemp) in the Commonwealth.
Jennifer Cabrera Slated to Present Cannabis Litigation Session at NECANN Online
Sep 3, 2020
Jennifer will present "Litigation is Coming! What Cannabis Businesses Need to Know Now" at NECANN Online on September 26, 2020.
Can't-miss Cannabis Business Opportunities in New and Growing Markets
By Jerrico Perez
Aug 21, 2020
Vicente Sedeberberg LLP continues to identify exclusive licensing opportunities for our clients. With more winning merit-based applications than any other law firm in the country, our team’s work ethic, dedication, and experience can help elevate your application above the competition.
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.
Massachusetts Cannabis: Regulatory Update for Investors with Brandon Kurtzman and CanopyBoulder
Jul 22, 2020
Watch this interview with Brandon Kurtzman on the CanopyBoulder Investor Hub for information on the state of legal cannabis in Massachusetts and where the opportunities lie for investors.
Lessons Learned from Recent Hemp and CBD Litigation: They Went to Court so You Can Stay Home
By Michelle Bodian, David Kramer
Jul 13, 2020
The past year has seen an uptick of hemp and CBD-related lawsuits across the country. This article explores the valuable lessons for hemp and CBD businesses to learn from a few of the cases.
[Virtual Workshop] Renewing Your Massachusetts Marijuana Establishment License
Jun 25, 2020
Learn best practices and key requirements for renewing your Massachusetts Marijuana Establishment license.
Coronavirus and Cannabis: Massachusetts Regulatory Updates
By Alex Lamphier
May 18, 2020
Vicente Sederberg is monitoring the potential impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on cannabis businesses, service providers, and consumers in Massachusetts.
Cannabis Business Licensing Opportunities Amidst COVID-19
By Jerrico Perez
May 13, 2020
Vicente Sedeberberg LLP continues to identify exclusive licensing opportunities for our clients. With more winning merit-based applications than any other law firm in the country, our team’s work ethic, dedication, and experience can help elevate your application above the competition.
A Closer Look at Massachusetts COVID-19 Relief Programs
By Meg Nash, David Gately
Apr 30, 2020
The Massachusetts government has enacted several programs aimed at helping businesses and workers adversely impacted by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
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.
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.
How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card via Telemedicine
By Charles Alovisetti, Brandon Kurtzman
Apr 16, 2020
Since COVID-19 has limited patient ability to get in-person consultations and examinations with health care providers, how does one go about obtaining a medical marijuana patient certification?
Court Upholds Mass. Governor's Adult-use Cannabis Shutdown, But Finds His Justification Not Legally Sound
Apr 16, 2020
Gov. Charlie Baker's ban on adult sales will remain in place, but the court's decision highlighted how it could legally be lifted and why it would help medical cannabis patients.
VS Assists in Push for Responsible Fix to Massachusetts Adult-use Shutdown
Apr 1, 2020
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker has designated medical cannabis sales essential, but not adult sales, resulting in a total shutdown of the adult-use market. Vicente Sederberg is working with local business owners, organizations, and state officials to push for a responsible solution to the situation.
Legal Adult Cannabis Sales in Massachusetts Surpass Half a Billion Dollars Since Legalization
Feb 12, 2020
Legal adult cannabis sales in MA have surpassed half a billion dollars and raised approximately $100 million in tax revenue since they commenced in 2018. Check out our analysis of the state data.
[Webinar] How to Avoid Costly Cannabis Packaging and Labeling Compliance Mistakes
Jan 22, 2020
Learn cannabis packaging and labeling best practices for Massachusetts marijuana dispensaries during this webinar on February 12, 2020.
A Look Back on One Year of Recreational Marijuana Sales in Massachusetts
By Valerio Romano, Partner
Jan 6, 2020
Massachusetts voters passed Question 4 to legalize adult-use marijuana in 2016, but, for various reasons, the actual rollout has been slow. While the first sales of legal recreational cannabis didn’t take place until two years later, the industry has grown consistently.
Join Vicente Sederberg LLP at the Annual WBJ Business of Cannabis Forum
Jan 3, 2020
Andrew Livingston, Valerio Romano and Dan Smith will participate in the Business of Cannabis Forum on January 15, 2020.
New Massachusetts Medical and Adult Use Marijuana Regulations
By David Ullian, Senior Associate Attorney; Meg Nash, Associate Attorney; Casey Leaver, Compliance Manager
Nov 1, 2019
With the release of the new marijuana regulations in Massachusetts, our attorneys created a list of some of the important amended licensing and operational topics, effective Friday, November 1, 2019.
Three Vicente Sederberg Attorneys Will Participate in Cannabis Conference Boston
Sep 10, 2019
Adam Fine, Elliot Choi and Ilya Ross are set to speak at Cannabis Conference Boston, a full-day conference focused on best practices in the cannabis space, presented by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly.
Adam Fine speaking at BostInno State of Innovation Meetup: The Future of Cannabis
Jul 16, 2019
Join us on July 18th in Boston, Massachusetts for the State of Innovation Meetup: The Future of Cannabis.