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Premises licences for regulated entertainment, sale of alcohol and late night refreshment, and gambling and operator licences for gambling are required for many business entities and are enforced by a range of authorities including the local council, the police, governing bodies and trading standards. If your business works within this industry, it is essential that you get the right advice and always remain informed.
Our gambling law specialists advise on gaming, gaming machine permits, prize gaming, lotteries and competitions, helping businesses to remain compliant and obtain the correct licences to operate. The team also assist with betting licences and provide regulatory advice to adult gaming centres and family entertainment centres.
Our licensing and gambling lawyers predominantly act for entertainment businesses, including night clubs, bars, casinos, restaurants, esports operators, gambling websites and sports clubs.
Our lawyers have years of experience in dealing with both simple and complex requirements and can assist you throughout the process. The Keystone licensing and gambling team have the added benefit of being supported by experts in other areas of law such as property, planning, regulatory law and contracts. We also have a dedicated fraud and business crime team should you face investigation as part of your review or business.
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Keystone Law advises domestic and international clients on a range of gaming issues, including those related to online gambling apps. The team is also highly respected for its expertise in the field of licensing.
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Keystone law advised Schoenherr Austria on the English law aspects of the £250 million sale of a majority interest in Max Bet to Flutter Entertainment.
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Keystone Law's ability to navigate complex legal frameworks while providing commercially astute advice is instrumental in shaping our strategic direction.
Keystone Law is very knowledgeable and confident in its advice.
Keystone Law offers in-depth knowledge of our industry.
Keystone Law handles all of our significant safer gambling-related litigation, offering sector knowledge and expertise.
Both Keystone Law's service level and responsiveness are exceptional.
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Carl Rohsler is recognised for his work on behalf of leading clients in the gambling industry. He advises on change of control applications and corporate transactions, as well as being adept at handling contentious matters.
Carl Rohsler is an excellent partner.
What impresses me about Carl Rohsler is he is a hard worker with an encyclopaedic knowledge of gaming. I can approach him with any questions or issues I come across and he will always come back to me.
Carl is very savvy and has vast knowledge in gaming laws. He is a sophisticated lawyer, who has very creative thinking and extensive experience with the UKGC.
Richard's understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape, especially in areas such as compliance and gaming law, ensures that we can scale confidently while mitigating legal exposure.
Richard Williams is knowledgeable and prompt.
Richard Williams is knowledgeable, fair, offers great communication and does the job.
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