News and Insights
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 27 results
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”…
12.18.25
Takeaways On December 18, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the reclassification of marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).…
12.03.25
Fool’s Gold: Michigan Treasury Announces Illusory Reprieve on Marijuana Wholesale Tax
While the constitutionality of Michigan’s new marijuana wholesale tax is being reviewed by the Michigan Court of Claims, the Michigan Department of Treasury has released what Treasury is calling…
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 9 results
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…
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 23 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 19 results
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…
9.01.25
Dykema Named a 2025 Michigan Powerhouse by Law360
Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that the firm was recognized as a 2025 “Michigan Powerhouse” by Law360. The recognition comes through the publication’s annual listing of…
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…
