Flint Bishop offers its clients a comprehensive range of alcohol and entertainment licensing advice, with a core area of work coming from large tenanted or managed estates, such as the National Trust. Andrew Cochrane helms the practice and is the go-to advisor in the hospitality sector, with a client roster including local and national operators of pubs, clubs, restaurants and hotels. With expertise advising operators of licensed premises on enforcement actions and behaviour complaints, George Domleo is also noted for his broad licensing practice, which encompasses applications for new premises licenses, licence reviews and prosecutions, while Karen Cochrane is recommended for her similarly broad caseload.
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Position

George Domleo is a Senior Associate and Acting Head of Licensing at Flint Bishop. He leads the operations of the Licensing team and advises clients across England, Wales, and Scotland on all aspects of alcohol, entertainment, betting, and gaming licensing law.

He works with a wide range of clients, from individual operators to national multi-site businesses, managing applications for new premises licences, variations, reviews, and regulatory compliance issues. George has particular expertise in complex matters within cumulative impact areas and highly regulated sectors, delivering practical, commercially focused solutions.

Career

George has specialised exclusively in licensing and regulatory law since the start of his legal career. He completed his training contract at a dedicated licensing law firm before joining Flint Bishop in 2017.

He has significant experience representing clients at contested hearings and advising on complex licensing applications, including those involving sensitive locations, cumulative impact zones, and multi-jurisdictional considerations. His work also encompasses the Gambling Act 2005, including operating and premises licences and compliance advice.

Memberships

Member, Institute of Licensing

Education

LLB (Law), Nottingham Trent University
Legal Practice Course, Nottingham Law School

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team are excellent - they communicate well and have a strong grasp of our needs.’

    ‘Andrew Cochrane is exceptional to deal with.’

Key clients

  • Star Pubs & Bars Limited (Heineken UK) Limited National Trust for England and Wales Chilled Pub Company Q Hotels Youth Hostel Association for England and Wales Axiom Hospitality Limited Macdonald Hotels Limited Kew Green Hotels Limited Safestay Hostel E. Hart & Co Omenport Developments Ltd

Work highlights

Assisting the National Trust with all aspects of licensing including applying for major and minor variations and new premises licences.