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Articles 5 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.
6.14.24
“Do medical marijuana companies need to comply with HIPAA?”
John Fraser, Matthew Hays, and Gerald Aben co-authored the MJBizDaily article, “Do medical marijuana companies need to comply with HIPAA?”.
Winter 2023
"Estate Planning Considerations for Cannabis Business Owners"
John Fraser co-authored the article, "Estate Planning Considerations for Cannabis Business Owners," for the Michigan Probate and Estate Planning Journal. The article appeared in the Winter 2023…
Blog Posts 31 results
5.15.26
Hey, Michigan Growers! Legislators Want More Taxes!
Paraphrasing Whitesnake, “Here we go again on our own!” Michigan cannabis growers need no reminding that by this time last year, the Michigan House of Representatives had passed a road funding plan,…
5.14.26
“Final” Draft CRA Rules Are Published
It’s hard to believe, but it’s been nearly three years since the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency announced that it was seeking stakeholder feedback on proposed changes to its administrative rule…
4.24.26
Breaking Down the Groundbreaking Rescheduling Of Medical Marijuana To Schedule III
On April 23, 2026, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced that the Justice Department ordered the rescheduling of marijuana products that are FDA-approved or regulated by a state medical…
One Minute Matters Video Series 2 results
10.28.24
3 Key Trends Driving M&A Activity in the Cannabis Industry (with John Fraser)
Influenced by regulatory uncertainty, shifting consumer demand, and the evolving capital landscape, it’s been a capricious couple of years for M&A activity in the cannabis industry. John Fraser breaks…
5.08.24
When the DEA proposed a reclassification of marijuana from a Schedule I substance to a Schedule III substance, most of the headlines focused on the tax breaks businesses would recieve with the…
Podcasts 10 results
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…
8.19.25
What happens when a cannabis business can’t pay its debts?
How do you measure success in an industry where operators need to evaluate their business plans based on regulatory trends, tax limitations, and (sometimes illegal) competition?
8.20.24
How challenging is it to secure a trademark for your cannabis brand?
Picture this: Your cannabis business is thriving, sales are through the roof, and you’ve developed a loyal, passionate following for your brand. And yet… you still haven’t been able to register a…
Press Mentions 25 results
3.01.26
“How Lume Cannabis beat a northern Michigan pot”
In the MLive article, “How Lume Cannabis Beat a Northern Michigan Pot Ban,” John Fraser is quoted discussing the legal implications of Cannabis case.
2.24.26
“Michigan marijuana sales drop steeply in January amid new tax and harsh winter”
John Fraser was interviewed for the WXYZ Detroit interview, “Michigan marijuana sales drop steeply in January amid new tax and harsh winter.”
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…
Press Releases 20 results
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…
1.19.26
Dykema’s Cannabis Industry Group Named 2025 “Practice Group of the Year” by Law360
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced that its Cannabis Industry Group was recognized as a “Practice Group of the Year” in Cannabis Law for 2025 by Law360. Dykema is one of only three firms…
9.02.25
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 6th edition of the “Global Top 200 Cannabis…
Speaking Engagements 12 results
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…
3.06.25
“Hazy Hodgepodge: Navigate the Cannabis Trademark Landscape”
John Fraser and Marsha Gentner will be co-presenters for the Intellectual Property Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and Institute of Continuing Legal Education’s Intellectual Property Law…
Webinars 2 results
6.11.25
Navigating Funding Unit Disputes for Trial Courts
John Fraser and Erin Sedmak served as featured speakers for the webinar, “Navigating Funding Unit Disputes for Trial Courts,” Hosted by: Michigan Judicial Institute on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
1.25.23
John Fraser Participated in ICLE Community Webinar on Current Marijuana Law
John Fraser participated in an ICLE Community virtual panel on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. In the webinar, Fraser discussed current issues in marijuana law, including case updates, supply…
