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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.

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 15 results

1.31.24

Appeals of Classification of Cannabis Growing Real Property – Opportunity for Tax Savings

If you are interested in appealing your property classification, please contact Carl Rashid, Mark Magyar, Lance Boldrey, or John Fraser. Continue Reading

9.21.23

Finally, Federal Cannabis Banking Reform?!?!

As readers of this blog and the cannabis industry are aware, the conflict between state and federal law on the issue of cannabis is a constant source of tension, struggle, and frustration for the…

9.01.23

Michigan Court of Appeals Orders Placement of Cannabis-Related City Charter Amendment on November 2023 Ballot

In a significant decision for cannabis advocates and the cannabis industry, on September 1, 2023, the Michigan Court of Appeals issued an opinion directing the placement of a cannabis-related charter…

Podcasts 7 results

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…

1.17.24

2023 was a pivotal year in cannabis law. Here's what to expect in 2024.

From a spike in M&A activity, to a potentially rescheduling, to more states jumping on the legalization train, 2023 was a year of change and unpredictability in the cannabis industry. As operators…

12.05.23

Ohioans want to legalize cannabis, but do their lawmakers feel the same?

On November 7th, Ohio voters took to the polls and overwhelmingly voted in favor of a ballot initiative that will make it the 20th state to legalize adult recreational cannabis. Before it goes into…

Press Mentions 12 results

1.02.24

"4 Cannabis Litigation Trends To Watch In 2024"

John Fraser was quoted in the Law360 article, "4 Cannabis Litigation Trends To Watch In 2024."

12.26.23

"Cannabis Industry to 2023: 'Don’t Let the Door Hit You in the …'"

John Fraser was quoted in the Cannabis Business Times article, "Cannabis Industry to 2023: 'Don’t Let the Door Hit You in the …'."

10.12.23

"Should Ohio Go Green?"

John Fraser was quoted in Columbus Business First.

Press Releases 9 results

1.10.24

Dykema Elects 11 New Members

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced that its Executive Board elected 11 new members to the firm effective January 1, 2024.

9.25.23

John Fraser Recognized as a Notable Leader in Cannabis by Green Market Report

Dykema is proud to announce that John Fraser, Michigan Team Leader of Dykema’s Cannabis group, was named a Notable Leader in Cannabis by Green Market Report. Fraser was featured in the September…

8.11.23

46 Dykema Attorneys Named to 2023 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 25 of its attorneys from the firm’s Michigan offices—and from multiple practice areas—were named to the 2023 Super Lawyers list by Michigan…

Speaking Engagements 6 results

9.06.23

Investing in Michigan Cannabis

John Fraser will join a panel discussion, “Investing in Michigan Cannabis,” at the Michigan Cannabis Business Summit on Sept. 6, 2023, in Detroit, Michigan. Fraser and the other panelists will do a…

4.28.23

Michigan Marijuana Industry Updates: Trends and Predictions for 2023

John Fraser and Sam Kilberg provided an update on the latest developments in the Michigan marijuana industry for the Ingham County Bar Association on Friday, April 28.

4.27.23

John Fraser to Speak at Stockton University's Cannabis Curriculum Convening

John Fraser will serve as a featured presenter at the Stockton University Cannabis & Hemp Research Initiative's "Cannabis Curriculum Convening."

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…