Suehiko Ono
Partner
Contact Details
Email: sono@cogentlaw.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/suehiko-ono-b966709
Education
Columbia Law School, J.D.
State University of New York at Albany, B.A., summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa
Bar Admissions
New York
Suehiko Ono is a business-focused attorney and executive advisor with deep expertise in the cannabis industry and other highly regulated sectors. As the Founder and former CEO of EOS Farms, Massachusetts’ fifth licensed outdoor cultivation facility, he built the company from inception, raised six million dollars in equity financing, and led its operations with a focus on governance, licensing, and risk management in a shifting regulatory landscape.
He most recently served as General Manager and Legal Director for one of New York’s largest adult-use cultivators and processors, overseeing day-to-day operations, strategic growth, and commercial negotiations with more than 30 partner brands. His work spanned contract drafting, compliance with state and federal regulations, and enterprise-level ERP implementation, all aimed at positioning the business for scale and long-term sustainability.
Suehiko began his legal career at Winston & Strawn LLP in New York, where he advised on complex tax, partnership, and private equity transactions. Drawing on his experience as both attorney and operator, he provides strategic legal guidance across entity formation, financing, investor relations, brand licensing, product distribution, real estate, and compliance. His counsel is tailored to meet the needs of cannabis founders, investors, and operators navigating conflicting regulatory regimes and commercial risk.
Known for his values-driven leadership, Suehiko prioritizes clarity, efficiency, and sustainable business outcomes. He brings a practical, solution-oriented perspective to clients seeking to enter or expand within highly regulated industries.
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