Surprisingly, Chicago has been a major player in America’s marijuana industry for some time. You will find the corporate headquarters for Green Thumb Industries in Chicago. For entrepreneurs hoping to follow in the footsteps of Green Thumb Industries, we at Shapiro & Associates can help.

Green Thumb Industries is one of the leading providers of legal cannabis products in the United States. Much of GTI’s business focuses on the sale of marijuana for medicinal purposes. However, the company is expanding into recreational cannabis as it becomes legal across America. RiSE is the retail arm of Green Thumb Industries. At the time of this writing, GTI operates RiSE dispensaries in Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Starting in January 2020, the company is expected to open a number of additional dispensaries throughout Illinois. In fact, Green Thumb Industries can boast ownership of the first five adult-use marijuana dispensary licenses in the state. With this in mind, residents should get used to seeing Green Thumb Industries in Chicago and across Illinois.

The recreational cannabis industry is a very profitable one. As such, there are numerous big-name dispensaries clamoring to set up shop in Illinois. However, there is always room for an entrepreneur looking to make a name for themselves. If you’re considering establishing a cannabis dispensary in Illinois, be sure to consult with us at Shapiro & Associates. We are one of the leading boutique real estate and commercial litigation law firms in the state. As such, we have worked extensively with clients seeking to enter the recreational cannabis industry. Our familiarity with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation allows us to guide clients through the state licensing requirements. In doing so, we can expedite the registration process and markedly increase the chances of a client’s application being approved. Additionally, we help our clients understand the strict zoning regulations to which dispensaries are expected to adhere. Our dedicated attorneys have even helped past clients secure prime real estate at the best rates.

Both medical and recreational cannabis has the power to change lives. For you, an entrepreneur, a dispensary license can give you the ability to provide for your family. For Chicago and Illinois as a whole, it means more jobs and a stronger economy. So, in the long-run, the legalization of recreational cannabis in Illinois is beneficial even to those who abstain from the drug. 

At Shapiro & Associates, we recognize the life-saving power of cannabis. This is why we provide low-cost legal counsel to the aspiring cannabis retailers of Illinois. We believe You don’t need to be part of a multi-million dollar company such as Green Thumb Industries to have a successful dispensary. You simply need the comprehensive support of a dedicated law firm. Contact Shapiro & Associates today and let us be that law firm.