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How To Update Your CA Cannabis Business License

May 3 2021 in Marijuana Business

Cannabis business licenses are not forever. State and local licenses must be renewed, or operations could be suspended. An while complying with state and local marijuana guidelines can be complicated, it’s far better than closing your doors. Why Does a Cannabis License Need Updated? Many of the ...

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Negotiating the Sale of Your California Cannabis Business

April 25 2021 in Marijuana Business

Cannabis has become another business in California, though a highly regulated one, where operations and storefronts can be bought and sold. So if you own a cannabis business in California, you may feel it’s a good time to sell. But whether your reasons are personal, financial, or business-relat...

San Diego Cannabis Business Purchased for $15 Million

April 10 2021 in Case Results, Marijuana Business

After an interested MSO approached a local San Diego cannabis retailer about purchasing their location and license, attorney Mcelfresh handled the deal. Ultimately, the multi-state operator acquired the cannabis business for the negotiated price of approximately $15 million. The outcome of an in...

La Mesa Cannabis Business Opens Amid Pandemic

March 30 2021 in Case Results, Marijuana Business

Despite the numerous challenges presented by the COVID pandemic, attorney McElfresh helped a cannabis retail store in La Mesa with the complicated process of opening its doors. Jessica assisted the business with its original business plan, formation, and application. She helped them through the wh...

$36 Million MSO Buyout for San Diego Retailer

February 28 2021 in Case Results, Marijuana Business

From inception to permit application, and licensure, attorney McEfresh assisted a San Diego cannabis retailer with the various legal aspects of getting their operation off the ground. Over the years, the business grew, which attracted interest from a Canadian MSO. McElfresh negotiated the purchase a...

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California Marijuana Businesses Banned from Some Billboard Advertising

February 11 2021 in Marijuana Business

Billboard advertisements are everywhere along California’s highways, but if you see any for cannabis businesses, their days might be numbered. In November, a judge ruled billboards for the cannabis industry along highways that cross state borders are illegal. McElfresh Law helps California’s ...

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Ways To Finance Your California Cannabis Business

February 3 2021 in Marijuana Business

Why is it challenging for most cannabis business owners to qualify for business loans? Your business is like any other that needs capital. But it’s unlike most companies in that your product is illegal under federal law. Balancing these two realities can make running a legit cannabis business in C...

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California’s New Cannabis Health Warning Label

January 29 2021 in Marijuana Business, Medical Marijuana, Recreational Marijuana

It’s hard to keep up with the regulations for California marijuana businesses. But breaking the rules means fines, lawsuits, or possibly losing your license. One more rule you now have to follow is including a cannabis health warning label on your products. Starting Jan. 3, 2021, California says ...

7 La Mesa Cannabis Retail Stores Open

January 15 2021 in Case Results, Marijuana Business

Over the past year, attorney Jessica McElfresh worked with seven separate cannabis operations. This involved initial business planning, application, and representation through the often grueling conditional land use and licensure process. In the end, she obtained state and local permits for all seve...

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Dos & Don’ts of Cannabis Delivery in California

December 20 2020 in Marijuana Business

As a licensed cannabis business in California, you can deliver to people over 21 years old at physical addresses. But there’s a catch. Local municipalities can prohibit or regulate delivery, according to a recent court decision. Though delivery is generally lawful, you may run into cities and coun...

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