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      The Intersection of Cannabis and Commercial Real Estate

      The Intersection of Cannabis and Commercial Real Estate

      Commercial real estate is the foundation to a successful cannabis business operation. Locating and securing commercial property for a cannabis business that is compliant with applicable zoning ordinances and regulatory requirements is crucial. Understanding important concepts relative to a lease or acquisition are essential. This session will highlight the interplay between leasing or purchasing commercial real estate, cannabis licensing, and cannabis operations.


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      Mitchel Chargo

      The Intersection of Cannabis and Commercial Real Estate
      Mitch Chargo has over 30 years of experience in commercial real estate, business transactions, and legalized cannabis matters. At Hinshaw, Mitch currently represents clients in adult-use cannabis and hemp-derived markets. He is the former General Counsel of a Minnesota-based medical cannabis manufacturer where he provided legal, regulatory, corporate, and employment advice, and addressed municipal and zoning issues incident to opening dispensaries. Mitch actively presents on cannabis topics.