Bob Morgan

Bob Morgan

Partner

Chicago

T 312.624.6356

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Overview

Bob is a nationally recognized healthcare regulatory and policy attorney with extensive experience in both public service and the private sector. He advises businesses, health systems, consulting firms, pharmacies, and advocacy groups on the implications of federal and state healthcare reform, regulatory compliance, and navigating complex relationships between private entities, state and federal regulators, and law enforcement agencies.

In his practice, Bob counsels clients on state licensure, federal certification, regulatory survey responses, government investigations, and managing ownership transitions and transactions with complex regulatory considerations. He also serves as a trusted business advisor, guiding clients in making high-stakes decisions and building resilient business strategies in today’s evolving healthcare environment.

In addition to his work as an attorney, Bob has served as State Representative for the 58th District of Illinois since 2019. As a legislator, he brings a comprehensive understanding of how healthcare policy shapes the lives of individuals, businesses, and communities. His diverse career path has provided him with insight across the entire healthcare continuum, and he brings a deep understanding of the intersection between business, law, and policy.

Forward-thinking and entrepreneurial, Bob has witnessed the transformative role of innovative technologies, healthcare protocols, and strategic government initiatives in driving more equitable healthcare. He is passionate about supporting clients in achieving their long-term goals and alleviating the pressures they face in this demanding industry.

What I Do

Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Cannabis
Healthcare
Healthcare Business Transactions
Regulatory & Compliance/Audit & Appeals

Experience

Represented UnityPoint Health – Trinity to obtain regulatory approval to close rehabilitation unit and establish free standing rehabilitation hospital in Moline, IL.

Key Contacts: Mark J. SilbermanJuan Morado Jr.Bob Morgan

Represented UroPartners, the largest Urologic practice in the Chicago area with more than 30 locations and over 60 providers, with respect to a Certificate of Need (CON) application. 

Key Contacts: Mark J. SilbermanJuan Morado Jr.Bob Morgan

Counseled Meadows Mennonite Retirement Community with respect to licensing and regulatory guidance throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Key Contacts: Mark J. SilbermanJuan Morado Jr.Bob Morgan

Counseled MercyHealth, a non-profit health care provider and hospital system based in Janesville, Wisconsin with over 85 facilities serving a total of 50 communities throughout southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois, with respect to CON applications and regulatory matters.

Key Contacts: Mark J. SilbermanJuan Morado Jr.Bob Morgan

Counseled Encompass Health, one of the United States’ largest providers of post-acute healthcare services, with three Certificate Of Need (CON) permits to establish rehabilitation hospitals in Illinois.

Key Contacts: Mark J. SilbermanJuan Morado Jr.Bob Morgan

Represented AccentCare Inc., a nationwide leader in post-acute healthcare, as healthcare regulatory counsel in its merger with Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care, one of the largest hospice providers in the U.S.

Key Contacts: Alan E. SchabesBob MorganBrenda A. Horton

Representing Red Arrow Farm, a Michigan-based cultivation and processing facility that has increasing market share in the still-developing adult-use market in the state, as outside general counsel in matters including regulatory and corporate counsel on an ongoing basis. Red Arrow are pioneers in a brand new industry in Michigan and face myriad legal challenges at a state and local level along the way.

Key Contacts: Kristopher J. ChandlerBob Morgan

Represented PharmaCann, one of the country’s largest vertically integrated cannabis companies, as lead counsel on a $25 million senior secured convertible loan facility secured by Illinois medical and adult use dispensary assets.

Key Contacts: William E. DoranBob Morgan

Represented Caliva, a direct-to-consumer cannabis brand, as real estate counsel in its acquisition of multiple licensed cannabis operations and several newly awarded dispensary licenses, all in California.

Key Contacts: Kristopher J. ChandlerKrista M. EnnsWilliam E. DoranBob Morgan

Represented GTI, a leading national cannabis company and owner of Rise™ and Essence retail stores, in matters including a cultivation license from the Ohio Department of Commerce, following an appeal. The cultivation operation will be located in Toledo as part of a processing and manufacturing facility that will also produce GTI’s branded product portfolio.
Key Contacts: Bob Morgan

Represented Cresco, one of the largest vertically integrated multistate cannabis operators in the United States, in initiatives including merit-based applications in various states including Missouri, and advised the company on state and federal laws and pending legislation. Additionally, counseled Cresco with regard to federal policy shifts and organizing the company to capitalize on market trends.

Key Contacts: Kristopher J. ChandlerBob Morgan

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Credentials

Education

Northern Illinois University College of Law, 2005, J.D.
University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign, 2002, B.A.

Clerkships and Bar Admissions

Illinois
Michigan

More

  • Board Member, Anti-Defamation League, Midwest Region 
  • Board Member, Equip For Equality Board of Trustees 
  • National Co-Chair, Legislators for Safer States Coalition 
  • Illinois State Representative, 58th District
  • Listed, Crain’s Chicago Business Notable Rising Star in Law, 2021
  • Listed, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin 40 Under 40, 2020
  • Listed, Leading Lawyers Network – Emerging Lawyers, Governmental, Municipal, Lobbying & Administrative Law and Health Law, 2017–2018