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Articles 4 results
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…
July 2023
Cannabis Law Update: Second [Amendment] Edition
John Fraser co-authored the article, "Cannabis Law Update: Second [Amendment] Edition," which appeared in the July 2023 issue of the Ingham County Bar Association's Briefs publication.
Blog Posts 18 results
2.11.25
Takeaways On February 10, 2025, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer released her “Mi Road Ahead” Plan to “fix the damn roads”—echoing her 2018 campaign slogan. To the consternation and fear of the…
8.28.24
Cannabis Rescheduling Timeframe Ends Speculation of Immediate 280E Tax Relief
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced this week it will hold a hearing regarding the attorney general’s proposal to ease restrictions on marijuana. The hearing is scheduled for the…
5.06.24
Even When Section 280E No Longer Applies to Cannabis Businesses, Another Tax Problem Will Remain
Much has been written over the last week about the recommendation by Attorney General Merrick Garland to loosen restrictions on cannabis. That recommendation would, among other things, reclassify…
One Minute Matters Video Series 2 results
10.28.24
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 8 results
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…
3.12.24
How are M&A deals structured in the cannabis industry?
Like most other practices in the cannabis industry, conducting M&A activity within this space presents its own unique challenges. Federal prohibition restricts traditional financing methods and…
Press Mentions 19 results
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…
2.17.25
John Fraser Quoted Extensively by Media Outlets Regarding Michigan Marijuana Tax Proposal
John Fraser was quoted extensively by media outlets following proposed tax plans by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer on marijuana.
Press Releases 13 results
1.21.25
Dykema’s Cannabis Industry Group Named 2024 “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 2024 by Law360. Dykema is one of only three firms…
8.15.24
216 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 216 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 guide and the Best…
8.12.24
47 Dykema Attorneys Named to 2024 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 26 of its attorneys from the firm’s Michigan offices—and from multiple practice areas—were named to the 2024 Super Lawyers list by Michigan…
Speaking Engagements 10 results
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…
2.21.25
“Is Michigan Still High on Marijuana?”
John Fraser will serve as a featured panelist at the 2025 GLS Winter Educational Seminar. Fraser's panel is titled, “Is Michigan Still High on Marijuana?”.
1.06.25
John Fraser served as a featured speaker for the Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) on-demand seminar “Cannabis Law Update.”
Webinars 1 result
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…
