A leader in cannabis work since the inception of the industry in Canada, Dentons is widely recognized for its longstanding client relationships and for its ability to provide advice that is ‘oriented to the specificities of the industry’. Covering the full range of regulatory, transactional and contentious work, the group is primarily noted for its strength in corporate finance matters. Toronto-based Andreas Kloppenborg co-heads the national practice and recently acted alongside the securities team to advise major US-headquartered producer, Green Thumb Industries, on its $50m share repurchase program. Vancouver-based Kimberly Burns co-leads the department and ’helps to solve issues in an efficient manner’.
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‘Dentons has been involved with the regulated recreational cannabis sector since its inception in Canada. This level of experience is unmatched in the space. It feels like it would be a handicap to operate in the industry without having Dentons on your side.’
‘Andreas Kloppenborg has worked with our organization since inception. He is a trusted advisor and expert. His knowledge and interest in driving the industry forward has been crucial to our ongoing success. We look forward to working with him for years to come.’
‘The Dentons cannabis practice is knowledgeable of the industry and the most relevant legal aspects affecting it. Its legal advice is straightforward and business oriented to the specificities of the industry.’
‘Kimberly Burns' is detailed-oriented, practical and helps to solve issues in an efficient manner.’
‘Few lawyers have experience in cannabis; these folks have helped us through eight different M&A deals in a tight market.’
‘We highlight Jason Saltzman, Andreas Kloppenborg and Darren Nguyen. Together, one deep team with broad experience across different sectors, with a strong focus currently on cannabis.’
Key clients
- Green Thumb Industries
- ATB Securities
- POSaBIT Systems Corporation
- Clever Leaves Holdings
- Hygrovest
- Stem Holdings
- J. Supply Holdings
- Oasis Dispensaries
Work highlights
Advised Green Thumb Industries on its $50m share repurchase program.
Advised Clever Leaves Holdings on various matters, including compliance, finance, corporate strategy, and litigation.
Advised POSaBIT Systems Corporation on several matters, including securities filings, corporate governance and corporate transactions.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Andreas Kloppenborg; Kimberly Burns
Other key lawyers
Ilan Levy; Jason Saltzman; Darren Nguyen