HOME >  Seminars in MONTANA > Kalispell > Marijuana Business Law in Montana

Seminar Marijuana Business Law in Montana Seminar

Presented by NBI, Inc.

NBI Legal Continuing Education Seminars

Marijuana Business Law in Montana

Course Description


Know the Salient Points of Marijuana Laws and Effectively Advise Your Clients

The legalization of marijuana has created business opportunities, but it has also created many questions and uncertainties for professionals advising businesses due to the position of the federal government. What are possible federal responses to legalized cannabis? What types of businesses does state law allow, and how does a potential business owner obtain a permit? When are you potentially violating federal law by merely assisting a client? Learn the answers to these questions and more - register today!

  • Understand how the federal government can use forfeiture laws to close marijuana-related businesses.
  • Evaluate the current banking landscape and determine whether a cannabusiness can obtain financing.
  • Ensure marijuana business clients have business policies and procedures in place that help them avoid legal scrutiny.
  • Confidently advise clients on all aspects of the marijuana business licensing process.
  • Recognize the state and federal tax implications for cannabis-related businesses.
  • Analyze the ethical implications of advising cannabis business clients.

Agenda

  1. Federal Responses to Montana Marijuana Law
    9:00 - 10:00, Carl B. Jensen Jr.
    1. Current Federal Enforcement Priorities
    2. Federal Memos and Contradictory Messages
    3. Possible Legal Consequences to Cannabis Consumers Under Federal Law
      1. Gun Control Act of 1968
      2. Federal Housing Assistance
    4. State Agencies and Federal Funding
    5. Preemption and the Controlled Substance Act
  2. Banking and Financing for the Marijuana Industry
    10:15 - 11:15, Carl B. Jensen Jr.
    1. Federal Rules and Regulations Affecting Financing
      1. Controlled Substance Act
      2. Bank Secrecy Act
      3. 18 USC §1956
    2. Interpreting the Latest FinCEN and Justice Department Guidance
    3. Lender Due Diligence with Cannabis Businesses
    4. Bank Forensic Audits of Businesses: Determining the Source of Funds
    5. Getting the Loan: Providing Transparency to Lenders
  3. Marijuana Businesses Law in Montana
    11:15 - 12:15, Bruce A. Fredrickson and Angela M. LeDuc
    1. Powers of State Regulatory Agencies
    2. Business Types Allowed
    3. Marketing Restrictions
    4. Zoning Requirements
    5. Employment Rules and Restrictions for Cannabis Businesses
    6. Negotiating Third-Party Agreements with Cultivators, Managers, etc.
    7. Premises Security Regulation Compliance
    8. Preparing for State Regulatory Agency Inspections
  4. Obtaining a Montana Cannabis Business License
    1:15 - 2:15, Christopher C. Young
    1. Application Procedures: Avoiding Mistakes
    2. Grounds for License Refusal
    3. License Renewals
    4. License Transfers
    5. Appealing Application Denials
  5. Montana Marijuana Taxation: The Latest Rules
    2:15 - 3:15, Penelope S. Strong
    1. State and Local Taxation Protocols for Marijuana Businesses
    2. Federal Tax Issues
      1. IRC §280E - Deduction of Business Expense
      2. Cash Payments
      3. Other Emerging Issues
    3. Business Strategies to Overcome Taxation Difficulties
    4. Current Tax Updates
  6. Ethics
    3:30 - 4:30, Bruce A. Fredrickson and Angela M. LeDuc
    1. Marijuana and Rules of Professional Conduct
    2. Duty to Pursue Justice
    3. Attorney Use of Cannabis Products
    4. Attorney Ownership of Cannabis Businesses

 

More Seminar Information

NBI, Inc.
NBI Legal Continuing Education Seminars

Summary

Marijuana Business Law in Montana

Delivery Method

Seminar Seminar

Who Should Attend

This basic-to-intermediate level seminar provides practical information on marijuana law for:

  • Attorneys
  • Accountants and CPAs
  • Bankers and Commercial Lenders
  • Financial Advisors

 
Search similar training
Email this page
Print this document
 

Dates and Locations

This date could not be found.


see all dates/locations

 

Frequently Asked
Questions

Payment Options
Bill Me/Invoice
Credit Card

Register
Online
Fax Form

Availability
Seats currently available. Book now before the class is full.

Other Information
Seminar

All Date/Location Information