Our Services
We provide 360-degree business guidance. Our lawyers have guided companies from startup to successful listings on the NASDAQ, CSE, and ASX. Our collective transactional experience exceeds $100 Billion covering numerous domestic and international clients.
From Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals to Gambling, Government Procurement, and Cannabis, we have cut our teeth in heavily regulated spaces. But we are intentionally small and very careful to avoid big firm complexities. We are also entrepreneurs and know exactly what it’s like to put it all on the line in creating, protecting, and growing businesses.
Fractional General Counsel
The Wideman Group is your General Counsel. We partner with companies in providing efficient, comprehensive general corporate legal services and strategic guidance. Our insiders advantage, having created several in-house legal departments for sophisticated multinationals, is an asset for any company seeking to get to the next level.
Securities Law
Our team has done deals and represented companies far and wide. From Australia, to Israel, the EU, Canada and Mexico, we work with a network of experienced local counsel in each jurisdiction. We pride ourselves in learning and massaging the local nuances of each country’s securities laws, regulatory framework and business culture. We have officer or director-level experience with companies listed on the CSE, ASX, and NASDAQ, in each instance involving multinational operations. Brad Wideman, in particular, has guided successful transactions exceeding 100 billion dollars involving complex international securities matters.
Regulatory & Administrative Law
Our clients often live in heavily regulated, nuanced industries with lots of federal and state law intersections. We have led government affairs teams covering the US and numerous countries – to both protect existing business and open new markets through sophisticated policy development, grassroots efforts, lobbying and trade association development.
Without a comprehensive plan and dedicated tactics, most government affairs efforts fail. We build efficient, realistic strategies to promote enterprise and related industry success at local, state and federal levels.
Mergers & Acquisitions
We are here to help you solve your business needs from a legal perspective. Whether it’s a liquidity event, defending against a hostile takeover, or supporting an acquisition, we are here to support you. We represent boards of directors, public and private companies, creditors and equity investors, and management teams.
Our collective CLOSED deal experience exceeds $100 billion in transactional value. And our team has done deals involving multi-national enterprises in far-flung corners of the world. We embrace complex issues and pride ourselves in distilling them into manageable business solutions.
Cannabis and Hemp Law
Our team has worked with both the state regulators that govern cannabis and emerging pre and post-revenue enterprises. We are experienced in all facets of legalized cannabis, from supporting license applications to sale of the company, and everything in between, we are here to help you. Our client experience in cannabis covers twenty-six states, Canada and Mexico.
We have represented numerous license holders, investors, ancillary businesses, distributors in all facets – involving the cultivation, processing and sale of commercial cannabis.
Emerging Psychedelics
Numerous forms of alternative synthetic and organic plant medicines are gaining substantial traction with recognized clinical researchers and, ultimately state legislatures. The Controlled Substances act presents numerous challenges for those wishing to enter this very heavily regulated space. We are here to help you navigate successfully through these challenges.
Intellectual Property
Our “sword and shield” approach to intellectual property has proven valuable to dozens of companies. While we aren’t patent lawyers, we have worked with many, and have guided companies through the challenges of patent and trademark infringement litigation. We also work with management to ensure intellectual property is being compiled, protected and enforced. We also are deeply experienced in all facets of licensing agreements relating to trademarks, patents and novel concepts.
Labor & Employment
We help build consistent, predictable, and fair workplace environments. Hiring and ending employment relationships can add substantial risks, expenses and morale challenges to any business. Human capital is the single most important component in any stable, growing business. We have funded and run our own startups – we get it. And are here to support you with your L&E needs.
International Law
Our team has done deals and represented companies far and wide. From Australia, to Israel, the EU, Canada and Mexico, we work with a network of experienced local counsel in each jurisdiction. We pride ourselves in learning and massaging the local nuances of each country’s securities laws, regulatory framework and business culture. We have officer or director-level experience with companies listed on the CSE, ASX, and NASDAQ, in each instance involving multinational operations. Brad Wideman, in particular, has guided successful transactions exceeding 100 billion dollars involving complex international securities matters.
Compliance Services via Virtu Strategies
If you're a client of Wideman Group looking for comprehensive compliance services, understanding the relationship between Wideman Group and Virtu Strategies can greatly enhance your experience.
Wideman Group is a boutique law firm known for its focus on emerging industries. We specialize in guiding businesses from inception to market success, ensuring robust growth and facilitating successful business exits. With offices in St. Louis, MO, and Chandler, AZ, we offer a convenient reach to clients across the country.
The team at Wideman Group is spearheaded by Bradley Wideman as the Managing Member, Andrejs Bunkse as the Chief Growth Officer and Attorney, and includes key figures like Associate Attorney Lori Rutten and Compliance Consultant Micah Heppermann.
Virtu Strategies
Virtu Strategies, a sister company to Wideman Group, stands at the forefront of compliance, innovation, and professional expertise, particularly in the cannabis industry. Virtu provides a broad range of consulting and compliance services, ensuring legal compliance, operational excellence, and sustainable business practices.
The Virtu Strategies service portfolio includes cannabis compliance, auditing, standard operating procedures, training, security, operational compliance, inventory control, waste management, and more, making them an invaluable asset for businesses navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
Shared Leadership, Shared Vision
The most striking connection between Wideman Group and Virtu Strategies lies in their shared leadership. Bradley Wideman leads both firms, serving as the CEO of Virtu Strategies and the Managing Member of Wideman Group. Andrejs Bunkse, Micah Heppermann, and Lori Rutten are also key figures in both organizations, holding significant roles that bridge the two companies.
Why This Matters
As a client of Wideman Group, especially those in the emerging and highly regulated cannabis industry, the connection between Wideman Group and Virtu Strategies offers a seamless extension of services. You get access to specialized compliance consulting and a suite of additional services that complement the legal expertise of Wideman Group. This synergy ensures a holistic approach to your business needs, covering all bases from legal counsel to compliance and operational excellence.
The collaboration between Wideman Group and Virtu Strategies presents a formidable alliance in the legal and compliance consulting arena. As a client of Wideman Group, you are uniquely positioned to benefit from this partnership, leveraging the combined expertise and services of both firms to ensure your business thrives in compliance and beyond. Whether you're in the start-up phase or looking to expand your operations, this alliance is set to support your journey with unparalleled expertise and a comprehensive approach.