Legal Issues and Regulatory Compliance Conference

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Explore the legal landscape of cannabis lending, covering crucial topics such as bank liability risks, potential DOJ rule changes on cannabis rescheduling, and upcoming legislative developments. Gain insights into managing legal risks in cannabis lending, understanding regulatory shifts, and preparing for potential legislative changes in the industry. Sponsored by Cooley.

Speakers

Whitt Steineker

Partner, Bradley

As co-chair of Bradley’s Cannabis Industry team, Whitt Steineker recognizes the critical need for legal counsel in the cannabis industry. Given the conflicting and evolving federal and state laws, businesses face numerous legal challenges, including those providing services to cannabis companies. Thus, legal guidance is essential to navigate this complex legal landscape. Whitt focuses on advising businesses regarding the shifting legal status of cannabis in the U.S. and internationally. He helps companies comply with complex state and federal laws in legalized jurisdictions. Whitt understands the unique legal and business issues impacting cannabis and hemp companies. He keeps abreast of industry trends and legislative developments, providing proactive and timely advice. With Bradley’s multidisciplinary Cannabis Industry team, he aids clients in identifying risks and opportunities for growth. His extensive experience covers banking, regulatory compliance, licensing, intellectual property, taxation, corporate transactions, and dispute resolution. Whitt is one of the leading voices in the cannabis bar. He has presented on cannabis issues at conferences around the country. His work has been featured in the National Law Journal, Law360, and the Westlaw Journal. And he has been quoted in an array of legal and mainstream publications, from Law360 and Super Lawyers to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and the Associated Press. Additionally, he is the founder and co-editor of Bradley’s Budding Trends blog, which features topics including major cannabis law developments in adult, medicinal, and agricultural use, as well as issues surrounding banking, insurance, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, taxation, and more. Prior to joining the firm, Whitt was an associate at Cravath, Swaine and Moore LLP in New York, where he gained experience in general commercial, antitrust, securities, professional liability, and labor and employment matters as a member of the litigation department.