Chambers Review
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Licensing - UK-wide
What the Team is Known For
Thomas & Thomas Partners is a boutique licensing firm in London that advises a range of high-profile clients from the retail, restaurant and hospitality industries. The firm is well equipped to deal with licensing issues arising from new developments of entertainment venues and shopping centres, with additional expertise in liquor licensing. It offers particular strength in dealing with opposition from local residents and authorities.
Strengths
Thomas & Thomas is very informative and proactive on all applications, able to advise the best course of action that would work for us and the Council Approval Committee.
No issue is too complex for Thomas & Thomas. Anything they do not know the answer to immediately, they will dig into using the best professionals until a suitable solution has been found.
Thomas & Thomas offers great industry knowledge, a no-nonsense approach and personal service from the directors.
Thomas & Thomas offers speed of execution, good communication and longstanding relationships with the local licensing teams within the London Borough.
We are very happy with the service from Thomas & Thomas. The client service we receive is responsive, prompt and detailed.
Work Highlights
Thomas & Thomas Partners provided comprehensive licensing advice to Peninsula London regarding a London hotel, including the signoff and setting of capacity figures with statutory authorities.
Notable practitioners
Alun has years of experience in his field and he passes on that experience and knowledge to advise his clients. He is honest and straight to the point, which is always a quality we look for.
Alun is so supportive on all our projects, offering the best course of action to take.
Alun Thomas is a trusted and pragmatic adviser. His experience shines through in the advice we receive.
I could not have asked for a better partner than Alun Thomas. We are lucky to have met him and trust our business relationship will continue for many years to come.
Alun is rightly an absolute legend in the industry. I could not commend him highly enough: for his professional skills, his passion and care, as well as his qualities as a person.
Jack Spiegler is the best individual I have ever worked with on all licensing matters. He always goes above and beyond.
Jack Spiegler has a very approachable manner, which is vital when dealing with responsible authorities and interested party objectors.
Jack is an expert in his field and we really enjoy working with him. He is professional and collaborative.
Jack is a developing leader in his field with an in-depth understanding of the industry, policy and our objectives. He continually delivers to an exceptional standard with passion and commitment.
Jack is an amazing lawyer and a great asset to my business.
Thomas O'Maoileoin advises a number of high-end clients in the hospitality area on premises licence variations and applications throughout central London. His clients include well-known institutions and restaurants, among others.
Thomas O'Maoileoin is knowledgeable and looks for practical solutions to ensure matters run smoothly.
Thomas is always helpful, efficient and knowledgeable on all issues we have the need to consult him on.
I have never left a call with Thomas not feeling better. He is a wonderful chap.
I am very pleased to work with Thomas. He is a sensible, pragmatic lawyer who knows his stuff and provides worthwhile advice.
Thomas O'Maoileoin is very efficient, has great commercial awareness, communicates well and offers very good execution.