Acting for high-profile clients from the retail, hospitality, and taxi sectors, Shepherd and Wedderburn‘s practice is well-geared to handle the full range of licensing matters from new applications to variations and compliance issues. Kevin Clancy heads up the practice and handles various matters pertaining to alcohol, taxi and late hours catering applications. Serena Weir stands out for her skillset on contentious licensing board hearings and is often supported by Kirsty MacCorquodale.
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Testimonials
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‘A strong dedicated team in respect to knowledge of liquor licencing.’
Key clients
- Crerar Hotel Group Limited
- Dobbies Garden Centres
- Dakota Hotels
- Uber Scot Limited
- TG Convenience Stores Limited
- University of Edinburgh Accommodation Limited
- Duchally House Leisure Limited
- Balmoral Hotel
- The Witchery by the Castle
Work highlights
Acting for the University of Edinburgh in respect of a new premises licence for the Edinburgh Futures Institute.
Acting for The Witchery in respect of a new premises licence application.
Appearing at numerous licensing committee hearings, representing applicants for short-term lets licences.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Kevin Clancy
Other key lawyers
Serena Weir; Kirsty MacCorquodale