Jonathan Robbins, Akerman's Regulated Substances Task Force Leader, provided The American Lawyer with market insights on the ongoing legalization of marijuana across the country. In a series of dedicated articles, the publication reported on industry developments brought by the patchwork of permissible uses of marijuana within a number of state jurisdictions. Robbins discussed the formation of Akerman's Regulated Substances Task Force and addressed the increasing demand from clients for legal advice on the myriad laws that govern the fast-evolving marijuana industry.

The American Lawyer wrote, "Akerman partner Jonathan Robbins says his firm's marijuana practice counsels nurseries in Florida, private equity groups, financial institutions, dispensaries and cultivators, as well as tracking software and packaging companies that work with marijuana businesses… The firm has about 12 to 15 cannabis clients, including dispensaries, growers, and private equity funds."

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