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UK Northern Ireland Licensing

This section ranks firms and lawyers advising on both contentious and non-contentious work related to licensing, including new licence applications, variations to existing licences and any related disputes or reviews. We also have a dedicated UK-wide Gaming table for those firms that specialise in this area, which includes licensing matters as well as wider issues related to traditional and online gambling activities.

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Band 1
  1. Carson McDowell
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    Carson McDowell
    Licensing
    2023 | Band 1 |
    Carson McDowell has a recognised practice group acting on a wide range of licensing mandates spanning hospitality and retail as well as work for individuals. The team also counts universities among its clients and is frequently called upon to assist with new licence applications.
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  2. Mills Selig
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    Mills Selig
    Licensing
    2023 | Band 1 |
    Mills Selig possesses a market-leading team offering expert liquor licensing services. The team has a strong advisory practice complemented by significant experience acting for licensees in court proceedings. Mills Selig assists individuals as well as drawing clients from hospitality, hotels and convenience stores.
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Band 2
  1. A&L Goodbody
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    A&L Goodbody
    Licensing
    2023 | Band 2 |
    A&L Goodbody has a respected licensing team with an impressive roster of domestic and international clients. The firm handles a breadth of engagements on behalf of clients in the retail, hotel and entertainment sectors, frequently advising on liquor licensing instructions. A&L Goodbody is additionally well placed to advise on gaming matters.
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  2. Tughans
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    Tughans
    Licensing
    2023 | Band 2 |
    Tughans acts for local retailers, restaurateurs and sporting organisations on licensing issues, including renewal and transfer applications. Other work includes due diligence of liquor licences as well as licensing compliance matters.
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Band 3
  1. Cleaver Fulton Rankin
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    Cleaver Fulton Rankin
    Licensing
    2023 | Band 3 |
    Cleaver Fulton Rankin often handles matters for first-time entrants into the Northern Ireland market. The team is well versed in dealing with complex liquor licensing issues, including representing clients at licensing hearings. Cleaver Fulton Rankin is regularly instructed by high-profile operators in the retail, catering and tourism sectors.
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  2. McCartan Turkington Breen
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    McCartan Turkington Breen
    Licensing
    2023 | Band 3 |
    McCartan Turkington Breen houses a noted licensing team that is best known for its advice to SMEs on liquor licensing. The team advises on everything from new licence applications through to renewals and the defence of enforcement actions.
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  3. O'Reilly Stewart
    Licensing
    2023 | Band 3
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  4. Pinsent Masons Belfast LLP
    Licensing
    2023 | Band 3
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