News and Insights
Articles 3 results
12.01.25
“Navigating Insolvency For Cannabis Business: An Alternative to Bankruptcy or Receivership”
Lance Boldrey and John Fraser authored “Navigating Insolvency For Cannabis Business: An Alternative to Bankruptcy or Receivership” in the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association Magazine.
10.01.25
"Uncertain Positions Vs. 280e Compliance: The Cost Of Doing Cannabiz"
Boldrey and Leiberman co-authored MICPA Connections article Uncertain Positions Vs. 280e Compliance: The Cost Of Doing Cannabiz.
2.04.22
Lessons Learned From the Biggest Cannabis Recall Ever
Lance Boldrey and John Fraser co-authored the Marijuana Venture article, "Lessons Learned From the Biggest Cannabis Recall Ever." In the article, Boldrey and Fraser examined Michigan's cannabis recall…
Blog Posts 34 results
4.15.26
Michigan Treasury Does About-Face on Wholesale Marijuana Tax Issue
Michigan licensees—DO NOT MISS A MAJOR CHANGE IN WHOLESALE TAX ADMINISTRATION! The first payments for Michigan’s new wholesale are due, ironically, on April 20. As we previously reported, FAQs…
3.18.26
Michigan’s New Wholesale Cannabis Tax (Mis)Guidance
On March 17 (Happy St. Patrick’s Day!), Michigan’s Department of Treasury issued Revenue Advisory Bulletin 2026-3, a formal interpretation of Michigan’s new wholesale cannabis tax. RAB 2026-3 As we…
12.31.25
January 1 for Michigan Cannabis: A New Year, A New Headache
Takeaways As the new year is upon us, Michigan’s wholesale cannabis tax takes effect on January 1. A mere 35 hours beforehand, Michigan’s Department of Treasury published the “average wholesale price”…
Legal Alerts 3 results
9.15.20
IRS Allows Reduction of Gross Receipts For State-Legal Cannabis Businesses
On Saturday, September 12, 2020, the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) updated a marijuana industry frequently asked questions (“FAQ”) page that provides relief to state-legal cannabis businesses. The…
4.02.14
U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Federal Contribution Limits
The United States Supreme Court today in a 5-4 decision authored by Chief Justice Roberts invalidated the federal law restriction that previously limited individuals to aggregate contributions to all…
9.06.12
Campaign Season Brings Donor Disclosure Challenges for Nonprofits
September 7, 2012 is an important date for nonprofit organizations to remember. As the campaign season gets into high gear, that date marks the start of the 60 days prior to the general election on…
Podcasts 6 results
10.08.26
Why are Michigan’s cannabis testing labs closing?
Twelve of Michigan’s 33 licensed adult-use testing labs have voluntarily closed their doors, and two major players just announced they’re leaving the market.
4.30.26
Medical marijuana just got moved to Schedule III. Now what?
In our latest episode of A Higher Law, Lance Boldrey and John Fraser dive into the historic rescheduling of medical marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III – arguably the most significant shift in…
4.30.24
What happens if cannabis moves to a lower-risk drug tier?
UPDATE: In light of the breaking news on April 30, 2024, that DEA will move to reschedule marijuana to Schedule III, it is critically important that cannabis operators begin to take steps to prepare…
Press Mentions 45 results
2.17.26
“Cannabis Group Of The Year: Dykema”
Law360 profiled Dykema’s Cannabis Industry Group as part of its recognition as a “Practice Group of the Year” in Cannabis Law for 2025. Dykema was one of only a select few firms recognized in this…
4.03.25
“3 Crucial Tips for Drafting Cannabis Contracts”
Lance Boldrey and John Fraser co-authored the Cannabis Business Times article, “3 Crucial Tips for Drafting Cannabis Contracts.”
2.19.25
“Cannabis Group Of The Year: Dykema”
Law360 profiled Dykema’s Cannabis Industry Group as part of its recognition as a “Practice Group of the Year” in Cannabis Law for 2024. Dykema was one of only a select few firms recognized in this…
Press Releases 51 results
10.06.26
Boldrey, Fraser, and Gelbord Named to 2026–2027 Global Top 200 Cannabis Lawyers List
Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Lance Boldrey, John Fraser, and Brett Gelbord were each selected for inclusion in the seventh edition of the “Global Top 200 Cannabis…
8.20.26
214 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 214 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 guide and the Best…
6.10.26
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that the firm’s Automotive Product Liability and Class Action Litigation; Automotive, Mobility, and Transportation; Cannabis; and Gaming and Native…
Publications 1 result
10.30.25
M&A Sector Spotlight: Cannabis
M&A activity in the cannabis sector continues to lag behind the exuberant dealmaking of the early 2020s, but selective opportunities still exist. Instead of broad-based expansion or aggressive capital…
Speaking Engagements 10 results
12.09.25
Dissolution of Cannabis Companies in a World Without Bankruptcy
Lance Boldrey will present “Dissolution of Cannabis Companies in a World Without Bankruptcy” at the Michigan Association of CPAs Cannabis Summit on Tuesday December 9, 2025.
10.09.25
Lance Boldrey, John Fraser, and Brett Gelbord will each serve as featured speakers at the Cannabis Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan’s 10th Annual Cannabis Law Conference, which takes place…
7.19.25
Dykema Presents at CannaCon Midwest in Lansing
Lance Boldrey and John Fraser will serve as featured presenters at CannacCon Midwest, discussing “During Hemp for Victory? Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids and a Struggling Marijuana Market.” Brett Gelbord…
Webinars 1 result
4.18.24
Best Practices for Avoiding Collections Issues, Securing Payments - Presented by Dykema
Lance Boldrey and Deborah Williamson will co-present the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency webinar, "Best Practices for Avoiding Collections Issues, Securing Payments - Presented by Dykema."
