Licensing | UK

Harper Macleod is a respected practice that possesses expertise across the full range of liquor and premises licensing matters. The firm is notably active for petrol station operators, with further skill representing clients from the hospitality, sport and retail industries. It can also draw on the strength of its corporate and real estate teams to provide comprehensive advice to its client base.

Morton Fraser MacRoberts is adept at handling advisory licensing matters, with in-depth knowledge of liquor licensing. The firm's client portfolio consists of prominent hospitality and alcohol companies. The team has a strong presence across Scotland, with a wide-ranging practice which includes licensing appeals, variations and applications. In November 2023 Morton Fraser and MacRoberts merged, the combined firm is called Morton Fraser MacRoberts.

The Pinsent Masons licensing team works in close cooperation with the firm's real estate team to handle premises and liquor licensing matters for well-known names in the restaurant, retail and hospitality sectors. The firm also advises on gambling licensing issues, with particular expertise in compliance work and contentious issues.