On March 10, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Michigan’s first two confirmed cases of COVID-19, the novel coronavirus, in Wayne and Oakland counties, and declared a state of emergency. According to Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, Michigan’s Chief Medical Executive, “It is...
Kirk, Huth, Lange & Badalamenti provides legal counsel to municipalities and businesses related to the rapidly growing and evolving marijuana industry in Michigan. Following the recent legalization of medical and recreational use of marijuana in Michigan, entrepreneurs and community leaders have been grappling with how to operate within the new regulatory framework, and our firm has been at the forefront of helping them to overcome the legal challenges.
Marijuana Legal Counsel for Municipalities
We have significant experience in Municipal Law and Litigation which allows us to help our clients effectively regulate marijuana within their borders. For cities, villages, and townships in Macomb County and across the state of Michigan, we provide legal counsel regarding marijuana ballot initiatives, the evaluation of applications, and the drafting and enforcement of municipal ordinances related to legally growing, manufacturing, transporting, and selling marijuana.
For example, we played a lead role in the creation of one of Michigan’s first local ordinances under the Michigan Medical Marijuana Act for our client Harrison Township, Michigan. That ordinance has served as a model for other communities throughout the state. We also help our clients shut down unlicensed, or otherwise illegally operating, dispensaries and other businesses.
Marijuana Legal Counsel for Businesses
From initial application to full-blown operation, we advise maijuana businesses in Michigan on a wide range of matters related to virtually every major business issue they face, including entity formation, real estate transactions, licensing and local government relations, administrative law, corporate transactions, labor and employment law, contract drafting and negotiation, and litigation.
Our strong municipal law experience enables us to advise our business clients on the intricacies and nuances of the marijuana licensing frameworks in place throughout Michigan, and our strong relationships with community leaders enables us to work with local governing bodies to create solutions to difficult challenges on behalf of our clients.
Comprehensive Marijuana Legal Counsel in Michigan
Legalized marijuana presents exciting opportunities, from increased tax revenue to new markets for growth, for both municipalities and businesses in Michigan. We offer comprehensive legal guidance to clients in Michigan’s emerging marijuana industry.
Meet The Michigan Marijuana Law Team
"Our Township Board turned to Kirk Huth to partner with us to draft one of Michigan’s first ordinances pursuant to the Michigan Marijuana Facilities Act (MMFLA). Recently, we sought further advice with an ordinance pursuant to the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act (MRTMA). On both occasions the firm listened to Township Board comments and drafted accordingly. The firm’s lawyers were knowledgeable and responsive with innovative ideas that helped achieve our community’s goals."
Adam Wit, Harrison Township Clerk
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