Ranking tables
UK Northern Ireland Licensing
Band 1
Band 2
Band 3
- Cleaver Fulton Rankin
- McCartan Turkington Breen
- O'Reilly Stewart
- Pinsent Masons Belfast LLP
Band 1
- Cathy Colton Carson McDowell
- Kirsty Mairs DWF
- Maria Conway MKB Law
- Maura McKayShean Dickson Merrick
Associates to watch
Band 1
1 Carson McDowellLicensing2023 | 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.1 Mills SeligLicensing2023 | 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.
Band 2
2 A&L GoodbodyLicensing2023 | 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.2 TughansLicensing2023 | 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.
Band 3
3 Cleaver Fulton RankinLicensing2023 | 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.3 McCartan Turkington BreenLicensing2023 | 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.