Through following a ‘client-focused approach’, the multi-disciplinary Dentons team has extensive experience of handling multi-jurisdictional acquisitions and strategic investments on behalf of companies in the cannabis and hemp industries. Additionally, the practice is highly regarded for its drafting and negotiation of complex management and loan agreements, while on the contentious side, the outfit deploys specialists on managing trade mark opposition claims. Operating out of Chicago, Eric Berlin and Joanne Caceres each specialize in representing publicly traded companies involved in financing the cannabis industry, including vaporizer manufacturers, testing labs, and cultivators, along with regulatory compliance measures. Hannah King assists businesses in navigating federal and state cannabis laws from Portland, San Francisco’s Kelly Fair is knowledgeable in corporate transactions, and Amy Rubenstein predominantly focuses on the chemical, pharma, insurance sectors from Chicago. In Boston, Jacob Raver stands out for his expertise on gambling laws, whilst Jacob Styburski and Lauren Estevez are also highlighted as key.
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Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Joanne Caceres
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Lauren Estevez
Practice head
Eric Berlin; Joanne Caceres; Hannah King; Kelly Fair
Other key lawyers
Amy Rubenstein; Jacob Raver; Jacob Styburski; Lauren Estevez; Margo Wilkinson Smith