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Cannabis Law and Financial Management

Cannabis Law in Focus: An In-Depth Discussion

August 22, 2023 at 10 AM PT


Cannabis Law and Financial Management: Insights from Industry Leader Eric Berlin

Prepare to delve into the complex world of Cannabis Law and Financial Management with a trailblazer who’s helped shape the legal cannabis industry—Eric Berlin. As the head of the U.S. and global Cannabis teams at Dentons, the world’s largest law firm, Eric’s legal acumen and strategic vision have established him as one of the nation’s foremost authorities on cannabis and hemp regulation.

Eric Berlin’s practice is rooted in over a decade of dedication to cannabis law, offering clients guidance through an ever-changing legal environment. His work spans litigation, corporate structuring, compliance, and regulatory consulting—all essential aspects of sound Cannabis Law and Financial Management. His contributions have helped companies stay compliant while maximizing financial efficiency and mitigating risk.

Eric Berlin’s Groundbreaking Role in Cannabis Law

From pro bono legal efforts to multinational advisory roles, Eric has played an instrumental role in defining the path for cannabis legalization and financial sustainability. His early work involved collaborating with state legislators to develop and pass medical cannabis programs in Illinois and Ohio. These foundational efforts not only established legal frameworks but also paved the way for fiscally responsible cannabis operations.

Today, Eric continues to lead Dentons’ Cannabis teams, advising clients ranging from emerging startups to multi-state operators. His counsel often includes:

  • Structuring deals that align with local and federal regulations

  • Navigating complex mergers, acquisitions, and licensing procedures

  • Ensuring financial compliance in a heavily scrutinized industry

What You’ll Learn in This Session on Cannabis Law and Financial Management

In this session, Eric Berlin will draw from his extensive experience to guide attendees through key areas of cannabis law, including:

  • How Dentons’ legal team supports cannabis companies across the U.S. and globally in managing risk and staying compliant.

  • Financial strategies and legal considerations behind some of the cannabis industry’s most significant business deals.

  • A behind-the-scenes look at policy-making and how financial management strategies intersect with legislative development.

  • Best practices for maintaining compliance in an evolving legal environment, especially as regulations continue to shift across jurisdictions.

Why This Talk Matters

Understanding the intricacies of Cannabis Law and Financial Management is critical for operators, investors, and professionals navigating this high-growth sector. Eric’s insights provide a blueprint for aligning legal obligations with sound financial strategy, making this session invaluable for anyone looking to scale sustainably within the cannabis space.

Whether you’re a business owner, legal advisor, or financial professional, this talk offers an unmatched opportunity to learn from one of the industry’s most influential voices. Join us and gain clarity on the legal and financial pillars necessary to thrive in the cannabis economy.

 

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Cannabis Law and Financial Management

ERIC BERLIN

LEADING LAWYER IN CANNABIS

Eric Berlin leads the US and global Cannabis teams at Dentons, the world’s largest law firm. Widely recognized as one of the nation’s leading authorities on cannabis and hemp law, Eric dedicates 100 percent of his work to clients involved in, or impacted by, the legal cannabis or hemp industries. He has worked on some of the industry’s biggest deals and counsels several of the top companies in the cannabis ecosystem. Eric’s own involvement in this area goes back more than a decade when he worked pro bono with legislators and other interested parties to help draft and pass legislation creating medical cannabis programs in Illinois and Ohio.

Eric has represented large, publicly traded companies that sell products or services to the cannabis industry, companies involved in financing the industry, vaporizer manufacturers, testing labs, cultivators and processors, and dispensary operators.

Additionally, Eric has also represented non-cannabis industry clients in high-profile healthcare and antitrust litigations. Some of his successes include a trial in a $2.3 billion Sherman Act and Robinson-Patman Act case; a False Claims Act case against major pharmacies; a bundling antitrust case against a large medical distributor; an international arbitration between agricultural companies; and appeals in the US Courts of Appeals for the Sixth, Seventh, Ninth, and Tenth Circuits.

His groundbreaking efforts for businesses and industry organizations have been well recognized. Eric is ranked in Tier 1 for Cannabis Law by Chambers USA, earned “MVP of the Year in Cannabis Law” by Law360 in 2020, and was named a “Leading Lawyer in Cannabis” by The Legal 500 US in 2021. 
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