Olivia Ewenike, LL.M. (Compliance)
Whether investor, growers’ association, producer, importer or trader – I support clients at all interfaces of the cannabis industry
My advice ranges from start-up to crisis, from market development to defense.
Advice at the interface of law, business and social change.
I support you in the regulatory review of complex business models, assist you in licensing proceedings and defend you in court.
Legal expertise since 2019
My areas of expertise
Specialized legal advice in an up-and-coming industry.
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My expertise
Support for over 100 growers' associations
Support with formation, registration, application documents and official procedures for obtaining a cultivation permit; development of compliance processes and compliance advice on operational procedures.
Regulatory support for several leading telemedicine platforms
Advice on compliance structures, advertising law and implementation of regulatory requirements in the medical cannabis sector.
Advice for two
Grow Hub projects
Regulatory, organizational and compliance-related support for two large-scale indoor cultivation projects.
Regulatory advice for numerous CBD retailers
Examination of the marketability of various CBD products, establishment of legally compliant compliance and distribution structures.
Legal advice on propagation material
Assessment of marketability, documentation requirements and classification according to European and national law.
Criminal defense in the "Wirecard" economic complex
Defense of a company in the context of one of the most significant white-collar criminal proceedings of the recent past.
Advice to a bank board member
in the cum-ex proceedings
Legal and strategic defense in the context of a large-scale tax and commercial criminal investigation.
Legal advice you can't do without
Your legal joker
From strategic advice and legally compliant answers to individual questions to complete project planning and support.
I am at your side as a strong partner for all challenges.
Initial consultation & strategy development
Initial assessment of your request and development of a project plan and strategy.
License procedure & contact with authorities
Application, communication with authorities and enforcement of your claims.
Regulatory audit
Examination of the regulatory requirements in order to implement your project in compliance with the law. I can advise you on all key regulations from KCanG to MedCanG, HWG and ApoG.
Compliance consulting
Development of short, medium and long-term strategies so that your company remains flexible in a constantly changing market and represents a secure investment for your future and potential investors.
Telemedicine
I advise entrepreneurs in the field of telemedicine, from regulatory requirements to project planning.
Criminal defense
Competent defense in all criminal law matters with a focus on cannabis and narcotics offenses.
Cultivation Association
Complete legal support from the preparation of all necessary founding documents for entry in the register of associations to the preparation of the concepts required to obtain a cultivation permit.
I can advise you on all legal issues relating to the Consumer Cannabis Act (KCanG).
Every second tuesday
Free strategy call for cultivation associations
Stay up to date with the most important developments relating to cultivation associations:
In my free strategy call, which takes place every two weeks on Tuesdays from 19:00 to 20:00, we discuss current court decisions, new trends in official practice and practical and legal issues relating to the establishment and operation of cannabis social clubs.
The call is aimed at founders, managers and interested parties who are looking for well-founded orientation and concrete tips for action. You will receive an invitation by email after registering, usually around one week before the event.
Client testimonials
What my clients say about my work
Trust is the basis of every successful legal collaboration. My clients appreciate the combination of professional expertise, transparency and accurate future analysis.
