Business Law / General Counsel / Business Transactions

The legalization of marijuana is more than just a political or philosophical achievement - it is an opportunity to make money. Most operators in the industry recognize marijuana’s financial upside and choose to conduct their operations as they would any mainstream business. While some marijuana businesses lack the sophistication typically associated with more-established and legalized vocations, many marijuana enterprises throughout the country operate with an extremely high level of business savvy.

Significant financial, regulatory, and legal hurdles facing the marijuana industry require the knowledge and expertise of seasoned business professionals to survive. The business of marijuana attracts millions of dollars annually in private loans and investment capital from highly-sophisticated investors. Capital infusions are critical to the success of many marijuana operations, and lenders/investors are not likely to invest in a business that is not profit-driven.

To be successful, marijuana businesses must assemble a quality professional team, be prepared to react to changes in the industry, ensure compliance on all state and federal tax and securities related fronts, and maximize access to funding.