Jason R. Canvasser

Jason has broad experience representing clients in general litigation matters that include complex commercial cases, contractual disputes, defense of premise liability and auto negligence claims, landlord-tenant matters, and issues relating to creditor’s rights. He represents clients in state, federal, and bankruptcy courts and has been admitted pro hac vice in multiple out-of-state matters.

Jason also routinely represents national clients on a number of issues relating to the licensing and regulatory compliance involved in the sale of alcohol, both on-site and off-site. These clients include restaurants, bars, pharmacies, grocery stores, manufactures, distributors, hotels, and convenience stores. His clients regularly call on him to advise on issues relating to alcohol promotions, tasting events, sampling promotions, charity events, regulatory compliance, and zoning issues in addition to his extensive experience in the acquisition and sales of liquor licenses. Jason is in frequent contact with the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) and works closely with the MLCC commissioners to achieve his client’s desired goals.

Additionally, Jason handles all aspects of cannabis-related licensing, land use, and litigation in Michigan assisting numerous clients in the procurement of licenses at both the state and local levels. He has litigated cases involving improper scoring of marijuana applications, drafted grower, processor, sales, and transportation-related agreements, advised clients on regulatory compliance. In addition, he has drafted municipality ordinances allowing marijuana sales.