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Cannabis mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can be a complex process with numerous questions from stakeholders. Harris Sliwoski is here to help you navigate them successfully and confidently. We are experts in the laws, regulations and industry practices in multiple jurisdictions around the world.
Contact UsHarris Sliwoski’s cannabis attorneys have the creativity and commercial sensitivity needed to make domestic and cross-border business transactions work for our clients. Our knowledge, professionalism, and experience are why we’re some of the biggest dealmakers in the cannabis industry.
Cannabis and ancillary businesses are often intriguing acquisition targets for market entrants and other cannabis businesses looking to expand. This emerging market is full of entrepreneurs looking to capitalize on the next big industry in the United States.
Sales of ownership or significant assets fundamentally shift the operations and control of a business. An experienced legal advisor is therefore indispensable for navigating private equity, corporate governance, restructuring, debt management, tax ramifications, and other complex issues.
Our team of transactional cannabis attorneys has assisted clients across the country with a range of deals involving public and private capital. From traditional asset sales to debt financing, to spin-off of company divisions, Harris Sliwoski’s cannabis mergers and acquisitions team gives our clients a critical edge in negotiating and closing their most important deals.
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We’ve answered some typical questions about cannabis company acquisitions and mergers below.
In many jurisdictions, licenses are not transferrable because of the background checks required for issuance. As a result, the prospective new owner will likely need to obtain a new license. Our attorneys are familiar with the process in numerous states and can guide you through a successful submission.
There are many benefits to cannabis M&A opportunities. Expanding your market or entering the industry through an established entity is ideal for areas where authorities issue a limited number of licenses. Additionally, the target company likely already has robust compliance processes in place. Another potential advantage is that the existing business has secured the required physical location permits. One caveat is that leases are not necessarily assignable, so practical legal guidance is a must. Your Harris Sliwoski attorney will help you evaluate your options and provide effective advice.
Our role as your legal advisor is to help you make informed business decisions. When we review the terms of your M&A deal, we’ll provide insight into potential issues and risks to help you fully assess them. We can assist in negotiating with the target company’s attorney once you’ve determined a fair value to offer.
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