Thomas & Thomas Partners LLP

Lauded as ‘extremely well-connected and knowledgeable in terms of the law and connections of police/council,’ licensing boutique Thomas & Thomas Partners LLP maintains a strong reputation as a London-centric practice with a strong grip on high-end licensing matters in central London, due to its base in London and a large volume of involvement in matters for central London boroughs. Alun Thomas and Thomas O’Maoileoin jointly head up the team. Holly McColgan utilises experience as a senior licensing officer at Westminster City Council to work on prestigious licence applications for prestigious institutions in Soho. Thomas is a go-to practitioner for development companies, routinely called upon by the firm’s prestigious clients with large development portfolios such as landlords, hospitality owners and national institutions, often advising on obtaining cumulative impact zone licences. Jack Spiegler stands out for licence extensions in the face of residential objections.