This course gives attorneys a basic understanding of the cannabis market. We will review the basic principles of cannabis and what attorneys should expect when applying for a cannabis business license on behalf of their clients. The course will review essential cannabis terminology, the difference between medical and recreational use of cannabis, the various types of cannabis products, cannabis license types, and what is truly involved when applying for a state cannabis business license. We will also discuss what happens after your client receives their license.
Learning Objectives:
• Give participants a basic understanding of cannabis terminology and definitions
• Discuss the different types of cannabis products and uses
• Discuss the status of federal cannabis legalization
• Classify and describe the different types of cannabis business licenses
• Analyze applicant considerations when applying for a state cannabis business license for your client
• Identify state regulatory agencies that must be considered when producing cannabis products Describe the operational landscape after your client receive their license.
Presenter Bios
For over 20 years, Toni Forge has worked as a litigator, managing attorney, state mediator and associate general counsel. A graduate of Hastings College of the Law and the University of San Francisco, Toni has used her solid legal foundation to provide solutions to business both large and small.
As a litigator for State Farm Insurance Company, Toni has worked with hundreds of clients in conducting mediations and depositions. Through her work with several Fortune 500 companies, she has developed a unique collection of skill and expertise in contract management and compliance, finance, negotiation, and mediation.
Toni brings knowledge of the legal and business environment that will empower new CannaBusinesses along their path to compliance and success.
A member of LA Cannabis Task Force, Women Entrepreneurs in Cannabis and Kalogia, Toni has done radio shows and compliance tutorials regarding the regulatory environment in California. She has also participated in the LA Cannabis Task Force Social Equity project. Toni will be featured in an upcoming documentary regarding cannabis compliance in California. Toni has served as a faculty member for the Cannabis Compliance Bootcamp in Los Angeles and has done a host of cannabis compliance seminars.
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