Michelle Donovan
Senior Counsel
Clark Hill
Michelle R. E. Donovan advises cannabis companies in Michigan and Texas regarding medical and adult-use marijuana licensing, regulatory, compliance, business entity formation, and litigation. As one of the fastest-growing industries, Michelle’s national experience and connections allow her to strategize and advise cannabis companies on how to navigate the constantly changing legal landscape that surrounds this emerging market.
Along with national experience, Michelle has an extensive background with Michigan’s Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing and Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act and has successfully assisted clients with the process of applying for pre-qualification and license qualification status. Michelle obtained the first licensed provisioning center in Oakland County, Michigan. She filed the litigation successfully challenging the State of Michigan’s cannabis supply regulations and case of first impression on behalf of a medical marijuana patient for access. She is frequently in the media for her knowledge and was recently featured on Michigan’s Cannabis Industry Association cover for “Women Power and Industry” and feature article.