Trethowans LLP has vast experience in handling licensing issues for large national restaurant estates, with the team’s broad capabilities ranging from setting up licensed outlets, to advising on street trading licenses. Karen Lush leads the practice, regularly assisting with applications for new premises licences, variations to existing premises licences, issues concerning late night refreshment, and regulated entertainment. Julia Palmer is recommended for betting and gaming matters and is a key name for licensing aspects of commercial property acquisitions.
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Key clients
- Nando’s Chickenland Ltd
- Heart with Smart Group
- Goals Soccer Centres
Work highlights
- Applying for numerous new premises licences nationally with a mix of high street and retail/leisure park locations. All applications granted.
- Advised national restaurant chain client with re-applying for all Business & Planning Act pavement licences following government extension for a further year.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Karen Lush