Kinner & Mcgowan, PLLC

01/03/2024

We are proud to announce that a jury found in favor of our client, Mr. Elijah Jackson, a D.C. man who was brutally assaulted by members of the Metropolitan Police Department in 2015.

After a week of trial and deliberation, the jury awarded Mr. Jackson $1 million in compensatory damages for the violation of his civil rights and the injuries he suffered.

This verdict sends a clear message that police misconduct will not be tolerated in our community.

We thank the jury for their service and justice, and we commend Mr. Jackson for his courage and resilience.

Read more here: https://washingtoncitypaper.com/article/647429/jury-awards-d-c-man-1-million-following-police-abuse-trial/

Jackson suffered a broken nose and herniated disc during his 2015 arrest. The jury found that officers used excessive force and others failed to intervene.

12/26/2023

Happy Holidays from K&M! 🌟

12/19/2023

Do you want to know where to buy legal cannabis in D.C.?

Here’s the map of retailers, manufacturers, and cultivators in the district: https://outlawreport.com/wheres-the-w**d-in-dc/

A map where every licensed or pending licensed cannabis business in D.C. is located including dispensaries, cultivation and manufacturers.

12/08/2023

Meet Meredith Kinner, a founding member and managing partner of Kinner & McGowan, PLLC.

A bit about Meredith:

She’s a native of D.C., who loves dogs and shares her home with a 37-pound Pit Bull named Petunia.

She’s a B.A. holder from Northeastern University and a J.D. from the University of the District of Columbia David A. Clarke School of Law (UDC Law).

She is admitted to practice in D.C., MA, and the U.S. District Court for D.C. and is in the process of waiving into the Virginia Bar.

Who are Kinner & McGowan, PLLC?

We are D.C.'s original cannabis law firm,
serving the DMV cannabis community since 2015.

We are also helping clients in Maryland’s medical
and adult-use markets.

We are excited to support D.C.'s I-71 businesses
and advocate for legalization and regulation in the District.

Meredith shares: I’m so proud of eight years of Kinner & McGowan 🎉 and look forward to tackling new challenges with our amazing clients, partners, and colleagues and continuing to innovate in the cannabis law space.

12/06/2023

Meet John McGowan, a founding member and managing partner of Kinner & McGowan, PLLC.

A bit about John:

John is a founding member
and managing partner of K&M.

He has a B.A. from Louisiana State University
and a J.D. from New England Law | Boston, so
he's a big fan of crawfish and lobsters!

Who are Kinner & McGowan, PLLC?

We’re D.C.'s original cannabis law firm,
operating since 2015.

We help clients with:
☑ Business licenses acquisition
☑ Business formation and transactions
☑ Regulatory compliance
☑ Outside general counsel services

John shares: I’m excited for the future of the DMV cannabis market, and look forward to seeing more businesses in D.C. benefit from our assistance and maintaining our reputation as the cannabis law experts in the District.

Also, happy 8th anniversary to Kinner & McGowan! 🎉

12/04/2023

Join Jonathan A. Webb, Esq. this Monday, Dec 4, at 12 pm ET for his D.C. Bar class "The Business of Cannabis: Financial Challenges & Opportunities 2023."

🗓️ Date: December 4th
🕛 Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET
📍 Where: Zoom (Link below)

Jon is excited to share insights and expertise on navigating this evolving landscape. Come ready with your questions!

To register, please visit: https://bit.ly/3RpkUts

This class is worth 1.0 CLE Credit Hour.

11/17/2023

We're smiling because the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration's open application period for unlicensed cannabis retailers, “I-71,” began on November 1st.

This unique application period allows unlicensed operators to apply for a medical cannabis retailer or internet retailer license. We believe in supporting small businesses and expanding access to safe and legal cannabis products.

Stay tuned for the next round of applications opening in the Spring and Summer of 2024, and contact us at info@kinnermcgowan if you need help!

11/17/2023

Jonathan A. Webb, Esq. breaks down the two main cannabis business licenses you can apply for in Maryland: standard and micro.

Watch this video if you’re interested in the industry and want to know the difference between standard and micro licenses.

Jon also explains the types and categories of licenses, the fees and requirements, and how to convert from micro to standard.

We hope you find this video useful. If you have any questions or comments, leave them below or email us at [email protected], and we’ll get back to you soon.

11/15/2023

Attention Maryland cannabis entrepreneurs! The state has opened the first round of applications for recreational cannabis business licenses.

You have until Dec. 12 at 5 P.M. to apply for one of the 179 licenses available in various categories, such as standard or micro growers, processors, and dispensaries.

However, there are some restrictions and requirements that you need to be aware of before applying.

For example, you must be a verified social equity applicant, have a valid surety bond, and submit a comprehensive business plan.

If you need guidance on how to apply for a license, or if you have any questions about the application process, shoot us an email at [email protected].

Read more: https://outlawreport.com/maryland-cannabis-business-apply-for-cannabis-licenses-starting-today/

Maryland cannabis businesses begin to apply for 179 of the first round licenses as the state hits record levels of w**d sales.

11/10/2023

If you are a social equity applicant seeking a cannabis license in Maryland and you have verified your social equity status online, you may be wondering what happens next. Here is a brief overview of the application process:

🗓 The Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) and the Office of Social Equity (OSE) will verify if you meet the eligibility criteria for being a social equity applicant. This may take up to 30 days from the date of submission.

✅ If you are verified, you will receive an email confirmation with a link to your PDF report and a link to the online application portal for the cannabis business license. You will have to complete and submit your application form, pay the fee, and provide your business plan and other documents before the deadline.

✖ If you are not verified, you will receive an email notification with a link to your PDF report. You will not be able to apply for a cannabis business license in this round. You may appeal the verification decision by contacting the OSE within 10 days of receiving the notification.

🔎 The MCA will review all the applications submitted by verified social equity applicants and conduct a lottery to select the winners of the cannabis business licenses. The lottery will be based on a random number generator and will ensure geographic diversity and fair distribution of licenses across the state. The MCA will announce the winners of the lottery on its website and notify them by email. The winners will have to complete additional steps to obtain their licenses, such as passing a background check, securing a location, and complying with local zoning and regulations.

We hope this information helps you understand the process and what to expect. If you have any questions or need assistance with your verification or application, please contact us at Kinner & McGowan.

We are a full-service cannabis consulting firm that specializes in helping social equity applicants navigate the complex regulatory landscape and achieve their business goals. We have the experience, expertise, and passion to help you succeed in the cannabis industry.

11/03/2023

Deadline approaching 🚨 Marylanders, don’t forget that the Social Equity Verification Portal will close on November 7, 2023.

To apply, you need to submit your verification documents online and meet the eligibility criteria. You can download our checklist here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RpJDLjuX94EcvZh_SPw9Qi8muMVpBak-/view

If you have questions or need help navigating the portal, email us at [email protected].

10/28/2023

The latest report from the DC Department of Health shows that medical cannabis sales increased slightly in September, reaching $4.4 million.

However, this does not reflect the actual demand for cannabis in the District, as many consumers rely on the I-71 shops that gift w**d by purchasing a retail product or service.

The Medical Cannabis Amendment Act of 2022, which became law in March, overhauls DC’s medical cannabis program by allowing more patients to self-certify, creating new license categories and endorsements, and promoting social equity in the medical cannabis market.

The Act also provides a pathway for I-71 shops to obtain a Medical Cannabis Retailer License, allowing them to sell medical cannabis products to adults 21 or older.

We are happy to see DC’s medical cannabis industry grow and thrive, and starting on November 1, 2023, we are helping many of these unlicensed retailers transition into the regulated medical market.

If you are interested in becoming a licensed retailer, stay tuned. We can help prepare your retail application in Spring 2024 or July 2024.