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Gary Smith Educates Arizona State Bar on Prop 207’s Cannabis Regulations

Seeking to update its membership on Proposition 207, the Arizona State Bar Association invited Gary Smith to speak at an educational seminar.

During his presentation, Gary differentiated between what Pop 207 means for individuals, businesses and the public at large. He shared the various implications for taxes as well as the continuation of […]

Gary Smith Discusses Protections in Place for Religious Psychedelic Use in Rolling Stone

Critically acclaimed music and lifestyle publication Rolling Stone consulted leading psychedelics attorney Gary Smith on a recent article about religion and ancient psychedelic practices.

When discussing the First Amendment’s protection for religious observation and practice, Gary explained that because there is no division in charge of religion within the U.S. government, no one […]

ABC15 Invites Lamar Hawkins Back to Advise Viewers on Coming Wave of Bankruptcies

As pandemic aid begins to wind down, more Arizona companies are in financial trouble. To help viewers understand the scope of the problem, ABC15 turned to Lamar Hawkins for insight on what businesses and individuals can expect and how to prepare.

Lamar, who confirmed Arizona’s first Subchapter V 11 bankruptcy, shared how […]

Super Lawyers Honors Three Guidant Attorneys

When Super Lawyers published its 2021 edition of high-achieving attorneys, Guidant Law Firm had three attorneys who were recognized for outstanding work.

Super Lawyers honors accomplished attorneys from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations and […]

Lamar Hawkins Informs Maricopa Lawyer Readers About Subchapter V 11 Bankruptcy

As the attorney who confirmed Arizona’s first Subchapter V 11 bankruptcy plan, Lamar Hawkins actively seeks to educate organizations, companies and individuals about the streamlined bankruptcy option. In Maricopa Lawyer’s March cover story, Lamar helps attorneys understand this new pathway to financial stability.

Subchapter V 11 offers efficiency and affordability. When compared to […]

Gary Smith’s Psychedelica Lex Podcast Features Attorney & Drug Reform Advocate Martha J. Hartney

On the latest episodes of the Psychedelica Lex podcast, host and Guidant attorney Gary Smith interviews Martha J. Hartney, a well-known estate planning attorney and psychedelics advocate. Gary’s podcast features engaging conversations with leading figures in the world of psychedelics, exploring the latest legal developments, clearing […]

Phoenix Business Journal Calls on Lamar Hawkins for Insights on Coming Wave of Bankruptcy Filings

Although the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in widespread financial uncertainty, Arizona saw a drop in bankruptcy filings in 2020 and early 2021. Phoenix Business Journal turned to Lamar Hawkins for insights on the state of bankruptcies in Arizona and what to expect in the coming months.

Lamar has warned of an impending […]

Gary Smith Clarifies Prop 207’s Zoning Implications for Arizona Attorney

Once Prop 207 became law, even the legal industry wondered what it meant for Arizona businesses. Writing for Arizona Attorney, Gary Smith helped legal professionals understand Prop 207’s strict regulations, as well as some unintended consequences for the state’s burgeoning cannabis industry.

Restrictions include the number of licenses the Department […]

Gary Smith Makes the Case for Partnership Between Pharmaceuticals Industry & Grassroots Reformists in Psychedelics Today

Turning to the classic musical Oklahoma! for inspiration, Gary Smith wrote an article for Psychedelics Today arguing the pharmaceutical industry (“cowmen”) and grassroots reformists (“farmers”) should join forces for mutual benefit.

The proposed Uniform Plant and Fungi Medicine Act could provide the basis for a fruitful partnership between these two […]

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