Licensing
UK Guide 2025 : Northern Ireland
Band 1
Email address
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(028) 9024 4951Chambers Review
Carson McDowell has a recognised practice group that is able to advise on a wide range of licensing mandates that includes hospitality, retail and work for individuals. The team also counts universities among its clients and is frequently called upon to assist with new licence applications.
Work Highlights
- Carson McDowell advised Ulster University in its application for an alteration to a liquor licence in the Belfast campus.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Carson McDowell's team is highly knowledgeable, responsive and has knowledge of the complexities of this specialty area of law."
"I have found the team at Carson McDowells to be very knowledgeable,attentive and efficient in carrying out all matters. I would highly recommend Carson McDowell's services."
"Carson McDowell has provided comprehensive, workable solutions to complex queries. I rate the lawyers highly; their communication, expertise and responsiveness is strong and their attitude is helpful."
"Carson McDowell's team is highly knowledgeable, responsive and has knowledge of the complexities of this specialty area of law."
"I have found the team at Carson McDowells to be very knowledgeable,attentive and efficient in carrying out all matters. I would highly recommend Carson McDowell's services."
"Carson McDowell has provided comprehensive, workable solutions to complex queries. I rate the lawyers highly; their communication, expertise and responsiveness is strong and their attitude is helpful."
Notable Practitioners
Niall Hargan leads the licensing team at Carson McDowell. He advises clients on issues pertaining to liquor licences, as well as on betting and gaming.
"Niall is a fantastic licensing lawyer. He has great knowledge of the field and goes above and beyond for us at all times."
"Niall dots the i's and crosses the t's. He is very efficient in getting back to you and nothing is too much trouble to him. He wants to roll up his sleeves and get the best outcome for clients."
"He provides clients with a good grounding of the issues and is very good at working with people. He handles complex cases and gives clear advice."
"Niall is a tactical thinker, who is able to identify potential problems before they arise, together with the solutions needed to navigate the client through them."