Licensing
UK Guide 2025 : Northern Ireland
Band 2
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(028) 9031 4466About
Provided by A&L Goodbody
Well-known brands are the mainstay of the department’s work, and we advise on novel, complex legal points where urgent advice can be required particularly relating to the impacts of COVID-19 and the unique challenges posed to retailers by the ever-changing legislative framework.
We have also a number of instructions coming from outside of the jurisdiction including Great Britain, United States of America and even China seeking advice relating to the operation of digitally based technologies in the online gambling sphere.
Chambers Review
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 also well placed to advise on gaming matters.
Work Highlights
- A&L Goodbody advisedThe Old Bushmills Distillery regarding the operation of a new type of liquor licence introduced in 2021.
Strengths
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"The team was very professional and fully equipped with all knowledge necessary. The communication was fast and consistent, and updates were given throughout the process."
"The firm has provided straightforward advice on complicated matters to allow best decisions to be made. The quality of service is great in all departments with no issues on timeliness of response."
"The team is quick to react and organise itself to support in basic and complex, sophisticated matters. All of the contacts we have had have all been solid performers."
"The team was very professional and fully equipped with all knowledge necessary. The communication was fast and consistent, and updates were given throughout the process."
"The firm has provided straightforward advice on complicated matters to allow best decisions to be made. The quality of service is great in all departments with no issues on timeliness of response."
"The team is quick to react and organise itself to support in basic and complex, sophisticated matters. All of the contacts we have had have all been solid performers."
Notable Practitioners
Deirdre St John is an increasingly well-respected associate in A&L Goodbody's licensing team. She advises clients on a range of contentious and non-contentious licensing matters, in addition to her expertise in gaming mandates.
"Deirdre St John is very strong in all aspects."
"Deirdre acted on a complex licensing matter and resolved it to our satisfaction."
Ranked Lawyers at
A&L Goodbody
Northern Ireland
Members
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Clients
Provided by A&L Goodbody
ASDA Stores Limited
Belfast International Convention Centre
Chicago Mercantile Exchange
Dalata Hotel Group
Irish Football Association
Jose Cuervo Group
Mitchells & Butlers Plc
Odeon Cinema
TJX Homesense (trading as TK Maxx and Homesense)
The Patterson Group