Band 1
Provided by Graeme Cushion
After qualifying as a solicitor in 1996, Graeme developed advocacy skills as a specialist in criminal law. His experience as a magistrates’ court advocate led to a move to practising licensing law, which saw him join Poppleston Allen as a solicitor in February 2001, making partner and head of regulatory crime in April 2005. Focus is on crimes ancillary to licensing, covering: serving alcohol (underage sales and drunkenness); health and safety; food safety; and noise nuisance.
Graeme advises a diverse client base spread across the whole of England and Wales and has developed a niche for working with restaurant and pub chains.
He is currently legal advisor to the National Union of Students (NUS), and speaks about licensing and regulated crime at their annual conference. He is also involved with the Association of Multiple Licensed Retailers (ALMR) Late Night Division.
Trained IBB Law; Qualified 1996; Partner Poppleston Allen 2005; Managing Partner at Poppleston Allen 2024
Institute of Licensing
Numerous articles for the Publican’s Morning Advertiser and Host Magazine. Wrote 'Teenage Kicks’, a training pack designed to help premises avoid selling alcohol to underage people.
Tennis, gym, watching sport
Provided by Chambers
Graeme Cushion is particularly adept at advising bars, casual dining and late-night venue clients. His practice spans new premises licence applications and licence reviews, in addition to contentious matters.
Provided by Chambers
Graeme Cushion offers excellent communication and skills within licensing.
Graeme Cushion remains highly respected and trusted by us and is always on hand to offer good advice and guidance.
Graeme Cushion is always very engaged and on hand if we need help or advice.
Graeme Cushion offers excellent communication and skills within licensing.
Graeme Cushion remains highly respected and trusted by us and is always on hand to offer good advice and guidance.
Graeme Cushion is always very engaged and on hand if we need help or advice.