Vicente Sederberg LLP Hemp Update: September 2021
Sep 14, 2021
Update on hemp-related legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy hemp news and events.
Archive
Florida Initiates Process for New Medical Marijuana Treatment Center Licenses
By Colleen Mitchell, Jerrico Perez, Sally Kent Peebles
Jul 15, 2021
The Florida Department of Health (DOH) recently announced it is kicking off rulemaking for two separate competitive medical marijuana treatment center (MMTC) license application processes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
[Webinar] Post-election Opportunities in the Cannabis Industry
Nov 19, 2020
Watch this session for an informed look at the opportunities and other realities of operating in the cannabis industry post-election.
Cannabis in the 2020 Election: Cheers to Southern Momentum in Mississippi!
By Sally Kent Peebles
Oct 29, 2020
In less than one week, Mississippi voters will have the chance to vote on and approve Initiative 65, a refreshingly comprehensive and patient-focused medical marijuana amendment.
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.
Sahar Ayinehsazian Talks Cannabis Banking on Hashtag Finance Podcast with Barrington Miller
Jul 9, 2020
VS attorney Sahar Ayinehsazian discusses cannabis industry banking and the many reasons why there is a demand for cannabis legal advice during the COVID-19 pandemic on CSE's Hashtag Finance podcast.
Vicente Sederberg LLP Hemp Update: June 2020
Jun 4, 2020
Update on hemp legislation, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy hemp news and events.
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.
Coronavirus and Cannabis: Oregon Regulatory Updates
By Sally Kent Peebles
Apr 8, 2020
Vicente Sederberg is monitoring the potential impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on cannabis businesses, service providers, and consumers in Oregon.
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.
See You in Vegas for MJBizCon 2019!
Nov 27, 2019
The year's largest cannabis conference is coming soon. Don't miss presentations by Adam Fine, Sally Kent Peebles and Sahar Ayinehsazian, and be sure to meet up with VS during the event and at the after-parties!
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."
AHPA Hemp-CBD Supplement Congress is coming to Denver!
Aug 8, 2019
The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) will hold their first Hemp-CBD Supplement Congress on August 15-16, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. Several members of the Vicente Sederberg hemp team will be in attendance!
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.