Ranking tables
Licensing | UK
Northern Ireland
Rankings overview for Departments
Band 1
Maeve Fisher Mills Selig11 Years Ranked- Maura McKay Shean Dickson Merrick22 Years Ranked
- Kirsty MairsDWF
- Maria ConwayMKB Law
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Band 1
1 Carson McDowellLicensing2025 | Band 1 | 6 Years RankedCarson McDowell has a recognised practice group that is able to advise on a wide range of licensing mandates that includes hospitality, retail and work for individuals. The team also counts universities among its clients and is frequently called upon to assist with new licence applications.
1 Mills SeligLicensing2025 | Band 1 | 13 Years RankedMills Selig possesses a market-leading team that is able to provide expert liquor and premises licensing services. The team has a strong advisory practice that is complemented by significant experience acting for licensees in court proceedings. Mills Selig assists individuals and counts among its clients companies from the hospitality, hotel and retail sectors.
Band 2
2 A&L GoodbodyLicensing2025 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedA&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 also well placed to advise on gaming matters.
2 TughansLicensing2025 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedTughans 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 RankinLicensing2025 | Band 3 | 19 Years RankedCleaver Fulton Rankin's team is well versed in dealing with premises and liquor licensing issues, including contentious matters. The firm is regularly instructed by high-profile operators in the hospitality and retail sectors.
3 McCartan Turkington BreenLicensing2025 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedMcCartan Turkington Breen houses a noted licensing team that is best known for its advice to SMEs on liquor licensing. The team advises on a range of matters, from new licence applications through to renewals and the defence of enforcement actions.