Big law is becoming increasingly interested in the potential for Florida’s medical marijuana business as attorneys recognize industry clients likely will need help from a variety of legal disciplines that smaller firms may not be equipped to handle.

Attorneys from several large firms — Akerman, Baker Donelson, GrayRobinson, Greenberg Traurig and Greenspoon Marder — are listed in state records among the many firms helping applicants with petitions for dispensary licenses or other cannabis matters.