‘Always helpful and able to find solutions to the issues clients face’ is Cornerstone Barristers ; members of the chambers handle cases on gambling, alcohol, sex shops and taxi licensing. Members such as Ranjit Bhose are also interested in appeals for high-value clients such as Uber, representing it in Delta Merseyside v Uber Britannia, concerning if the operator who accepts a private hire booking is required to be the principal entering into a contract with the passenger – a matter with significant VAT implications. Elsewhere, Josef Cannon KC represented the London Borough of Tower Hamlets in a dispute with a sexual entertainment venue, which had its licence revoked – the matter settled.

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They have a very good licensing team.

Lawyers

Leading Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

Ranjit Bhose KC

Ranjit is the best licensing silk there is. He is our go-to and is calm, articulate, and knowledgeable. He has handled a number of delicate briefs for us over the years and always does so with tact and charm. He is simply exceptional.

Josef Cannon KC

'Fantastic KC. Persuasive before any forum (court or licensing panel) with a non-confrontational style that gets results. Excellent with clients.'

Leading Juniors

Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.

Richard Hanstock

Matt Lewin

Matt's written submissions for the licensing appeal were extremely strong and won the day. In relation to the licensing policy, Matt took time to understand what our priorities were, gave good advice, and showed genuine interest in the policy initiatives proposed. He is very approachable, patient, and supportive, and we all really appreciated that. He helped draft new sections of the policy, and his drafting is really excellent, helping to shape the policy innovatively and clearly.

Cornerstone Barristers

England - London Bar

Licensing