Freeths LLP‘s licensing practice covers the full spectrum of regulatory law, including matters relating to Trading Standards, health and safety issues, and food labelling advice, acting for clients newly entering the UK market. In addition to corporations, the firm also undertakes work on behalf of independent organisations and residential clients. Team head Lisa Gilligan has worked extensively with the licensed and leisure industry, representing clients in licensing proceedings and the Magistrates' courts.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team at Freeths are always very professional, helpful and approachable. The quality of work produced is excellent and always promptly delivered.’

  • ‘We work primarily with Lisa Gilligan who is extremely knowledgeable, capable and competent. Lisa has successfully represented our organisation on many occasions and is a very accomplished and dependable advocate. Lisa is an outstanding communicator who is always calm, approachable and personable.' 

  • ‘Lisa Gilligan offers exceptional service and is a pleasure to deal with.’

  • ‘Lisa Gilligan has been a beacon for us in guiding us through the tribulations of licensing laws with her clear explanation and advice. Lisa is a very accessible, down-to-earth and well-respected senior lawyer.' 

  • ‘The team are incredibly easy to deal with and very good at what they do. The whole process is frictionless.’

Key clients

  • Aldi Stores
  • Cheshire Cat Pubs
  • NEC
  • Davys Wine Bars
  • Noisily Festival
  • Charles Wells & Co
  • Milton Keynes Council
  • Big Table Group
  • RedCat
  • Women’s Aid Federation of England

Work highlights

  • Advising Aldi on all licensing matters supporting an ambitious expansion programme and providing full licensing administration.
  • Advising the NEC Group concerning all licensing matters.
  • Acting as legal advisor to Milton Keynes Council Licensing & Regulatory Committee.

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Lisa Gilligan