The Cardiff-based practice at Hugh James has a standout regional offering, acting for prominent regional clients but also forging relationships with local government, public authorities or the agencies connected with them in both England and Wales. Martin Jones, the head of the firm’s regulatory practice, is a key force behind the team’s strength in matters stemming from a regulatory enquiry, leading many of these matters. Aled Walters, head of the firm’s commercial department, boasts a client base of some of the UK’s leading gaming and gambling companies, and is a key part of the group’s longstanding client relationships with established bookmakers in the country.
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Key clients

  • True Swing Limited
  • Depot Warehouse Limited
  • Hangout Café Limited
  • Hope’s End Limited
  • Il Gusto Oxford Limited
  • Golden Square Market Ltd
  • Coal Exchange Operations Ltd
  • Croeso Inns Ltd
  • Double Diamond Casino
  • Moke Enterprise Limited
  • S. A. Brain and Co Ltd
  • Metro Bank Plc

Work highlights

Advising a client on a contested appeal relating to a prominent Brixton venue.
Advising a large casino group on licensing compliance.
Advising a client on a large product promotion matter associated with a well-known air miles club.

Practice head

Martin Jones

Other key lawyers

Aled Walters