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Squire Patton Boggs

Licensing

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Squire Patton Boggs

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Licensing - UK-wide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Squire Patton Boggs is able to advise on the full scope of licensing issues across the country, with particular strength in its Birmingham office. The firm is best known for handling a high volume of licensing requirements for hotels and is also regularly engaged to advise on licensing matters for clients in the convenience retail sector. The team is further noted for strength in the travel industry, advising stations, airports and holiday parks.
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Work Highlights

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  • Squire Patton Boggs advised Select Service Partner on over 40 applications for Café Local, a travel-focused café and retail store concept.

Strengths

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  • I appreciate Squire Patton Boggs' straightforward and honest communication, the speed at which they respond or act, and the overall approachability of the team.

    Licensing respondentUK

  • Squire Patton Boggs offers incredibly expert technical knowledge and is super competent, in an amazingly client-friendly way.

    Licensing respondentUK

  • Squire's responsiveness, attention to detail and proactive approach are invaluable in supporting our operations. I appreciate their clear communication and ability to provide practical solutions.

    Licensing respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Nicola Smith
    Nicola Smith

    Nicola Smith

    Nicola Smith regularly advises clients from the retail, leisure and hospitality industries. Her practice spans the gamut of licensing matters, including contentious proceedings.
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  • Stephanie Perraton
    Stephanie Perraton

    Stephanie Perraton

    Stephanie Perraton is particularly adept at advising on variations and new licence applications, with a particular focus on clients in the hotel sector.

    • I cannot fault Stephanie Perraton in any way, from knowledge to people skills and efficiency.

      Licensing respondentUK

    • Stephanie Perraton is one of the most brilliant lawyers with whom I have had the pleasure of working, and she is very approachable too.

      Licensing respondentUK
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