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Gary Smith Advises Cannabusinesses on Lease Considerations in Green Entrepreneur
Property rental is often a business’s largest expense, and for cannabusinesses, the consequences of a bad lease are even more severe. Guidant’s Gary Smith pointed out lease pitfalls to avoid in a recent article for Green Entrepreneur.
In this article, Gary explains how a bad lease […]
Lamar Hawkins Counsels KTAR Listeners on Bankruptcy Avoidance
Speaking with top Phoenix news radio station KTAR, Lamar advised listeners on how to maintain cash reserves and negotiate with creditors and landlords. As the chair the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization’s Bankruptcy Law Advisory Commission, he is one of Arizona’s foremost experts on bankruptcy law.
Lamar’s bankruptcy practice focuses on all phases of […]
Super Lawyers Honors Three Guidant Attorneys
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 […]
COVID-19 Employment Law Changes: What They Mean for Your Business
In response to growing COVID-19 concerns, Congress recently passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, making temporary changes to employment laws governing small business. Small business owners should ensure they are up to date on how these laws affect employment, paid sick time and family medical leave. Below is a brief summary highlighting […]
Lamar Hawkins Discusses Coronavirus Fallout and Bankruptcy Options in Phoenix Business Journal
Knowing many companies are concerned about the impact the coronavirus shutdown will have on Valley businesses, Phoenix Business Journal turned to Lamar Hawkins for advice for commercial landlords and tenants.
Lamar, who chairs the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization’s Bankruptcy Law Advisory, Commission, counseled tenants to […]
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Gary Smith Untangles CBD’s Complex Legal Landscape for Green Entrepreneur
CBD has been getting a lot of buzz lately – and it’s expected to become a billion-dollar industry. But despite the industry’s exciting prospects, stringent FDA regulations remain. With deep expertise in cannabis law, Guidant’s Gary Smith guides hopeful CBD entrepreneurs through compliance in an […]
Arizona Attorney Taps Guidant Attorneys for Deep Expertise of Cannabis Laws
The March issue of Arizona Attorney was devoted to cannabis’ complex legal landscape and prominently featured Guidant’s Gary Smith and Alex Karam.
Gary’s article, “Letters From Marijuana Land – The First Decade,” describes the evolution of the cannabis industry in Arizona, including […]
Arizona Bankruptcy American Inn of Court Calls on Gary Smith and Lamar Hawkins for Cannabis Expertise
When the Arizona Bankruptcy American Inn of Court wanted to learn about the intricacies of the cannabis industry, it turned to Guidant attorneys Gary Smith and Lamar Hawkins for help. Speaking to Arizona judges, lawyers, legal educators and law students, Gary and Lamar shared a […]
Gary Smith Speaks at Guidant-sponsored Cannabis Panel for Arizona Society of CPAs
Considered one of Arizona’s foremost experts on cannabis law, Guidant’s Gary Smith recently shared his extensive knowledge and insight with the Arizona Society of CPAs.
Gary participated on a panel discussion about “Arizona’s Burgeoning Cannabis and Hemp Industry,” imparting his understanding of cannabis history, applications, and […]