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Sumer T. Blackner

Strategic advisor at the intersection of tax, business, regulatory, and administrative law, helping entrepreneurs, operators, and regulated businesses navigate complex legal landscapes.

Sumer T. Blackner

Biography

Where regulation, business, and strategy meet.

Sumer's practice sits at the intersection of tax, business, regulatory, and administrative law. She counsels entrepreneurs, closely held businesses, and regulated operators on strategic business and compliance matters throughout every stage of growth.

Her work includes entity formation, corporate planning, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, operational strategy, and helping businesses navigate the unique challenges of highly regulated industries.

Known for her analytical rigor and practical guidance, Sumer focuses on helping clients understand both the legal framework governing their operations and the broader business implications of strategic decisions.

She prioritizes clarity, preparation, and long-term planning, ensuring clients are positioned to respond effectively to regulatory change and evolving market conditions.

Tax Law Regulatory & Administrative Law Business Formation & Governance Cannabis Industry Compliance

Experience & Counsel

Deep experience in regulated industries.

Sumer combines tax, regulatory, and administrative law experience with practical business insight to help clients succeed in complex and evolving markets.

Cannabis Industry Advisory

Through her work with Canna Advisors, Sumer has supported cannabis operators nationwide on licensing, compliance, operational strategy, regulatory matters, and market expansion initiatives.

Tax & Compliance

Built practical tax experience through her internship with the IRS Large Business & International Division, working on complex federal tax matters involving sophisticated business operations.

Regulatory Strategy

Helps businesses understand how evolving policy, legislation, and administrative regulations translate into real-world operational and compliance obligations.

Education & Background

A foundation built on legal and international study.

Sumer earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Florida Levin College of Law, where she developed a strong foundation in corporate, tax, and administrative law.

She also studied international law at Renmin University of China and The Hague Academy of International Law, broadening her understanding of international legal systems, governance structures, and regulatory frameworks.

This combination of domestic and international legal education provides valuable perspective when advising businesses operating in rapidly changing and heavily regulated environments.

Speaking Engagements

Leading conversations on regulatory change.

Flourish Investment Forum 2026

Two Industries, One Crisis: How the Hemp Ban Reshapes the Cannabis Legal Landscape

Examining the legal and operational consequences of evolving hemp regulations and their impact on cannabis markets.

Lucky Leaf 2026

Regulatory Whiplash: Hemp Trends, CBD Pathways, and the Road to Rescheduling

Exploring the rapidly changing regulatory environment affecting hemp, CBD products, and federal cannabis policy.

Industry Education

Regularly contributes insights on compliance, administrative law, taxation, and cannabis regulation, helping operators understand emerging legal developments.

Community Service

Commitment beyond the practice of law.

Sumer remains actively involved in community service through the IRS-sponsored Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program, helping individuals access tax guidance and support.

She also volunteers with Expunge Colorado, assisting individuals seeking opportunities to move forward through the expungement process and improved access to legal resources.

Her commitment to service reflects the same client-centered philosophy that guides her legal practice: helping people understand complex systems and achieve meaningful outcomes.

Licensed to practice law in Colorado.

Clear guidance for complex regulatory environments.

Whether you are launching a new venture, navigating compliance challenges, managing tax considerations, or operating within a regulated industry, Sumer provides strategic counsel designed to help businesses move forward with confidence.

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