Faculty Course Information
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Ethics for Cannabis Attorneys

Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Cannabis Law

Division
NBI (98785)
Event Date
06/27/2024
Event Time
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
Event Planner
Nicole Vandermoss
Email
nicole.vandermoss@nbi-sems.com
Phone
(715) 835-8525

Course Experience

Throughout this program, you are asked to present examples to illustrate what you are trying to teach. This could include case studies or hypotheticals, “war stories,” sample transcripts, mock negotiations, or other demonstrations – whatever is appropriate for your topic.

Program Description

Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Cannabis Law

Whether you're new to cannabis law, or you have extensive experience in your field, this program is for you! Join our seasoned faculty as they explore the nuts and bolts of ethics compliance for marijuana lawyers. Analyze the conflicts between federal and state cannabis laws, identify the ethical risks associated with attorney ownership of cannabusinesses, and examine best practices for ethically advertising cannabis products. Register today!

  • Explore special ethical considerations when accepting attorneys' fees paid by cannabis businesses.
  • Learn the top ethical risks posed by attorney use of cannabis products.
  • Demonstrate best practices for safeguarding attorney-client privilege in cannabis law.

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for attorneys. Paralegals may also benefit.


Course Content

  1. Walking the Ethical Tightrope: Federal vs. State Cannabis Laws (Including MRPC 1.2)
  2. Ethical Considerations When Accepting Attorneys' Fees Paid By Cannabusinesses
  3. Attorney Ownership of Cannabusinesses: Top Ethical Risks
  4. Thorny Ethical Issues Related to Attorney Use of Cannabis Products
  5. Maintaining Attorney-Client Privilege and Confidentiality in the Face of Federal Prohibition
  6. Best Practices in Ethically Marketing and Advertising Cannabis Products

Agenda / Content Covered

All times are shown in Eastern time.
2:00 - 3:00, Jack H. Sousa
  1. Walking the Ethical Tightrope: Federal vs. State Cannabis Laws (Including MRPC 1.2)
  2. Ethical Considerations When Accepting Attorneys' Fees Paid By Cannabusinesses
  3. Attorney Ownership of Cannabusinesses: Top Ethical Risks
  4. Thorny Ethical Issues Related to Attorney Use of Cannabis Products
  5. Maintaining Attorney-Client Privilege and Confidentiality in the Face of Federal Prohibition
  6. Best Practices in Ethically Marketing and Advertising Cannabis Products

Materials Due Date: 05/23/2024


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Jack H. Sousa is co-chair of the emerging companies and venture capital practice group, co-chair of the cannabis practice group, and a partner in Wiggin and Dana's corporate department. He is also co-founder and partner of Wiggin and Dana LLP. Mr. Sousa focuses his practice on venture capital, startup, and early-stage companies and their financing needs. In addition, he has a broad-based corporate and commercial practice, including handling mergers and acquisitions, and other complex commercial transactions. Mr. Sousa has over fifteen years of extensive experience advising clients on corporate, transactional, commercial, and regulatory needs. His client base covers a wide range of companies, including venture capital, technology, market research, software, digital media, cannabis, manufacturing, retail, apparel, non-profits, and joint ventures. Prior to joining Wiggin and Dana LLP, Ms. Sousa worked as managing principal of a corporate boutique law firm based in Connecticut. He is co-chair of the Business Law Committee of the Fairfield County Bar Association, and president of the Fordham Law Alumni Connecticut Chapter. Mr. Sousa is a founding co-chair of Wiggin and Dana's DRIVE Caregiving People Group. He earned his B.A. degree, cum laude, from Boston College; and his J.D. degree from Fordham University School of Law.

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