2025 NORML Key West Legal Seminar Agenda

Thursday, December 4

8:00 Breakfast and Seminar Registration
9:00 Self-Introduction of Attendees (No CLE for this session)
9:45 State and Federal Legislative Update (No CLE for this session)
  • Morgan Fox, NORML Political Director, Washington, DC
10:20 What’s Old Is New Again: Debunking Reefer Madness 2.0
11:10 Break
11:30 Digital Footprints: Law Enforcement’s Use of Cellphone CDR/RTT Data, Traffic Cams, LPR’s, Security Surveillance and More
12:20 Integrity and Professionalism for Criminal Defense Lawyers
1:20 Free Time
5:00-7:00 Welcome Gathering
  • Join fellow attendees for an informal gathering at Blue Mojito Bar & Grill, offering open-air lounge seating and a menu of shareable appetizers and casual meals available for purchase. Sip a signature cocktail and take in the spectacular sunset view of the private beach and the sparkling Gulf of Mexico.

Friday, December 5

8:00 Breakfast and Seminar Registration
9:00 Litigation/Business Impact
9:50 Hot Topics and Best Practices in Business Law: Cannabis, Hemp, Psychedelics
10:40 Break
11:00 Representing Americans Arrested in Foreign Countries
11:50 Lessons Learned from Cannabis Dispensary Arbitration: A Case Study
12:40 Responding to the Trump Attacks on Law Firms and Universities
1:30 Free Time
4:00 Sunset Sail
  • Take in a memorable view of Key West’s most famous sights while the sun works its magic turning the sky brilliant colors on the Jolly II Rover’s famous “Red Sails in the Sunset” 2 hour sunset sail. The Jolly II Rover, with plenty of seating, smooth ride, and signature red sails, will ignite your passion for traditional tall ship sailing. Join the crew and hoist the sails or sit back, relax and take in the experience. Sign up at the seminar registration desk. Purchase tickets in advance or prior to boarding at Key West’s Historic Seaport.

Saturday, December 6

8:00 Breakfast
8:00-1:40 Distribute and Collect CLE Attendance Forms
9:00 The Continuing Fight Over Marijuana Legalization in Florida and the Financial and Legal Impact on the Businesses
9:50 The Challenges Presented by Inversion — The Introduction of Illegal Cannabis Into the Licensed Market
10:40 Break
11:00 Cannabis and Cybercrime: Targeted Solutions for Emerging and Established Businesses
11:50 Modern Jury Selection Techniques
12:40 Annual 4th Amendment Review
1:30 Free Time
5:00-6:30 Closing Reception
  • Bid a fond farewell to the Conch Republic at our Jimmy Buffett-themed reception. Enjoy cheeseburgers in paradise and margaritas while the sun sets. NORML will present the Al Horn Award.

2025 Presenting Sponsors

Lawyer Legion
Internet Lava

2025 Hospitality Sponsor

Morse Legal, Attorney at Law
NORML Legal Committee Lifetime Member

Matthew Abel