More and more states are legalizing marijuana. But the growing trend of legalization leaves open many questions because the use, sale, or distribution of marijuana remains illegal under federal law. One such question is what happens when a United States company decides to invest money in a foreign cannabis business. By making such an investment, is that company committing a crime under federal law?
In this program, Joshua Horn and Saverio Romeo walk attendees through the legal landscape and explain the risks that accompany investments in foreign cannabis.
Presenter Bios
A member of the firm's Litigation Department, Saverio Romeo focuses his practice on white-collar criminal defense and complex commercial litigation.
Saverio has represented clients in U.S. Justice Department investigations as well as in matters involving alleged violations of consumer financial protection laws, health care statutes, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the False Claims Act and Anti Kickback statutes. He has experience conducting internal investigations and assists clients in responding to government subpoenas, including the collection, analysis and production of digital information.
Saverio is experienced in all stages of litigation in state and federal court, including drafting pleadings, motions practice, pretrial preparation, trial and appellate work.
He also maintains a robust pro bono practice and was named to the 2020 Capital Pro Bono Honor Roll, with high honors, by the D.C. Access to Justice Commission and the D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center.
Joshua Horn, Esq., is co-chair of the Securities Industry practice and co-chair of the Cannabis Law practice.
Joshua represents major financial services companies in matters throughout the country. He also represents financial advisory companies, individual advisors, and counselors in FINRA examinations, enforcement and arbitrations. Joshua has also represented individual brokers on disciplinary matters before FINRA and state securities commissions, and has represented companies and individuals in SEC investigations.
Joshua’s practice also includes the representation of the premier merchant card processing company in various matters, including class actions, throughout the country.
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