Learn the latest on Mastering Marijuana and Cannabis Regulation in 2021 with this convenient, 24/7 On-demand Seminar and Complimentary Podcast. Register to obtain CLE and MCLE credit, online access to complete course and reference materials, and attend this on-demand seminar. YOU MAY LISTEN FROM ALMOST ANY TYPE OF COMPUTER OR IPOD. ACCESS TO THE RECORDING AND MATERIALS DOES NOT EXPIRE.
Mastering Marijuana and Cannabis Regulation in 2021 CLE
90-Minute On-demand Seminar and Complimentary Podcast
Listen as many times as you wish and ACCESS TO THE RECORDING AND MATERIALS DOES NOT EXPIRE
Includes Online Access to complete Course/Reference Material and Complimentary Podcast.
Register for CLE and MCLE credit - specific credit hours are listed at the bottom of this page.
Benefits: The legalization of cannabis by states across the nation has led to a significant growth in the production and distribution of legal marijuana and an explosion of related service providers, including marketers, sellers of paraphernalia and bankers. The laws vary greatly from state to state and the sale of cannabis is still illegal under federal law. The faculty for this seminar features several leading authorities on the subject. This comprehensive program on cannabis law will cover the most relevant issues and practical solutions, including transactional, investment issues, litigation, criminal, banking, money laundering, commercial, and ethical considerations. The faculty will also cover the changes and progress on the latest legal developments and future regulations. Registration includes online access to course and reference materials that serve as a helpful guide to the numerous topics and techniques discussed in the program.
Agenda: Mastering Marijuana and Cannabis Regulation in 2021 CLE: a. Taxation and Banking Solutions for the Cannabis Industry
b. CBD Regulation
c. An Overview of the Legal Marijuana Industry in the U.S.
d. Dealing with Cash Clients
e. Criminal Concerns for the Cannabis Industry and Potential Solutions
f. Developments related to HEMP
g. Issues faced by Lenders seeking to Serve the Cannabis Industry
h. Medical Marijuana Licenses
I. Federal Laws and Prosecution
j. Examples of State Law and Criminal Defense Strategies
k. Federal vs. State Issues
l. Legal Issues involving Marijuana Distribution
Interactive Question and Answer Session Biography of Seminar Faculty: 1.
John Rafferty practices at Gawthrop Greenwood, PC, where he focuses his practice on civil and business litigation matters, including commercial cannabis licenses. His has extensive trial experience and is a sought-after expert on blockchain technologies and other emerging legal trends. Mr. Rafferty began his career in the U.S. Navy, where he served as a naval officer in southeast Asia, southern California and the Middle East. He was awarded a full scholarship to attend Villanova Law School and received the Super Lawyers Pro Bono Award for his sustained commitment to public service during law school. Upon graduation, Mr. Rafferty received a Fulbright Fellowship, which enabled him to live in Ecuador, while conducting field research on the scope of human trafficking. When he returned to the U.S., he fought for immigration benefits for victims of human trafficking and served as a prosecutor.
2.
Lance Rogers is the Founding Member of the Law Offices of Lance Rogers. As a part of his regulatory compliance practice, he represents many of the leading cannabis companies, including retailers, manufacturers, and agriculture ventures. As a litigator, he has handled a wide array of matters related to cannabis including criminal defense, regulatory violations, land use/zoning, complex business litigation and partnership, and dispute matters. Mr. Rogers attained the first dispensary license in his state. He has assisted clients in obtaining commercial cannabis licenses numerous US. He has counseled numerous cannabis farmers in on corporate compliance and licensing projects including the formation of the first cannabis agricultural cooperative in his state. Mr. Rogers served as General Counsel for one of the foremost cannabis industry associations. He is a highly sought-after speaker and authority on cannabis and marijuana regulation.
CLE Credit: Rossdale CLE is a national leader in attorney education and has trained thousands of attorneys, paralegals, and other legal professionals. Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission for 1.5 MCLE credits
Alaska Bar Association for 1.5 CLE Credits *
Arizona State Bar for 1.5 CLE credits**
California State Bar for 1.5 MCLE credits
Colorado Supreme Court Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education for 1.8 CLE Credits
Connecticut for 1.5 CLE Credits
District of Columbia (CLE credits are not required)***
Florida Bar for 2.0 CLE credits
Georgia Bar for 1.5 CLE credits
Hawaii for 1.5 CLE credits
Indiana Commission for Continuing Legal Education for 1.5 CLE Credits
Kansas Continuing Legal Education Commission for 1.5 CLE Credits
Kentucky Bar Association for 1.5 CLE Credits
Louisiana Supreme Court Commission on MCLE for 1.5 MCLE credits
Maryland (CLE credits are not required)***
Massachusetts (CLE credits are not required)**
Michigan (CLE credits are not required)***
Minnesota State Board of Continuing Legal Education for 1.5 CLE credits
Mississippi Commission on Continuing Legal Education for 1.5 CLE credits
Missouri Bar for 1.8 MCLE Credits
Montana Commission of CLE for 1.5 CLE Credits
Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education for 1.5 CLE credits
New Hampshire for 1.5 CLE credits ****
New Jersey Board on Continuing Legal Education for 1.5 CLE credits (per Rule 201:4)
New York State Bar for 1.5 CLE credits
North Carolina State Bar Continuing Legal Education for 1.5 CLE credits
Ohio - Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on CLE for 1.5 CLE Credits
Oklahoma Bar Association for 1.5 CLE Credits
Oregon Bar for 1.5 MCLE Credits
Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board for 1.5 CLE Credits
Puerto Rico for 1.5 CLE credits (Tribunal Supremo de Puerto Rico)
Rhode Island Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Commission for 1.5 CLE credits
South Dakota (CLE credits are not required)***
Tennessee Commission on CLE for 1.5 CLE Credits
Texas State Bar for 1.5 CLE credits
Utah State Board of Continuing Legal Education for 1.5 MCLE credits
Vermont Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Board for 1.5 CLE credits
Virginia State Bar for 1.5 MCLE credits
Wisconsin Board of Bar Examiners for 1.5 CLE credits
Wyoming State Bar for 1.5 CLE credits
Additional States - call customer service at (888) 626-3462
* Members of the Alaska Bar Association may report 1.5 CLE credits for participating in this course as it has been approved by other mandatory CLE jurisdictions for 1.5 CLE credits.
** The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity may qualify for up to 1.5 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Arizona, including 0 hour(s) of professional responsibility.
*** States that do not require CLE are indicated above. Rossdale does not apply for CLE in these states as CLE credit is not required.
**** The New Hampshire does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Continuing Legal Education requirement. Pursuant to NH Supreme Court Rule 53, this activity may be counted for up to 1.5 CLE hours.
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