We provide transaction and circumstance-specific guidance on whether to structure your M&A transaction as a stock sale, asset sale, or merger. RLG’s strategic support ensures that your transaction yields shareholder value for all parties.

We conduct due diligence to identify potential risks associated with your cannabis M&A transaction. Using our regulatory compliance expertise, we walk you through your compliance obligations and how they are affected by your proposed transaction to minimize any additional risks.

We act as your strategic partner as you seek to expand into new and emerging markets. We offer detailed market analysis and wraparound expansion planning services that keep you informed of your regulatory compliance obligations at every step. Our services empower you to expand on an ongoing basis without falling out of compliance.

We guide you through the complexities of modifying your corporate structure, building a management team, and/or establishing a board of directors (if needed) as you merge with or acquire other businesses. We assist you in developing the corporate practices and workflows that will guide your success during these times of transition.

We specialize in drafting protective, fair, and workable agreements with employees and independent contractors as you undergo the M&A process. Our contract services safeguard your assets, minimize potential liabilities, and protect your productivity as you acquire new team members during cannabis M&A transactions.

We craft contracts for your vendors and service providers that ensure stable relations as your company transitions to accommodate a merger or acquisition. Our service contracts maintain efficient and compliant operations amid M&A transactions.

We partner with you to negotiate effectively when considering accepting funds from venture capital and private equity funders to finance the M&A. Each step of the way, RLG ensures that clients understand the benefits and risks of funding strategies, and are prepared to make the best decisions for their businesses.

We review funding provider contracts to ensure loan terms that benefit your business and minimize default risks. If the loan requires collateral, we’ll advise you on the process and help you make the right choice for your business.

We develop and implement regulatory compliance programs tailored to your cannabis business’s changing needs amid M&A transactions. We conduct mock audits and inspections and offer continuous guidance to maintain your company’s compliance.