TLT’s Bristol office fields an ‘incredibly knowledgeable licensing team across the UK’, and the group is consequently instructed by notable pubs, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, brewers, hotels, visitor attractions, conference venues, galleries, theatres, and retailers running the length and breadth of the country. Practice head Matthew Phipps is described by one client as ’sharp, practical and impressive’. Ewen Macgregor provides strategic and policy advice on all aspects of licensing, including in relation to acquisitions and developments, as well as handling enforcement mandates, and assisting with the maintenance of large licensed estates. Piers Warne rounds out the roster of dedicated experts.
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‘Ewen Macgregor is always available and proactive in dealing with licensing issues. He perfectly distils issues into layman's terms to ensure he gets the most useful information from the business and provides regular updates.’
‘Incredibly knowledgeable licensing team across the UK. Always quick to respond with advice and work well with the local authority.’
‘Piers Warne is a breath of fresh air. Very supportive for all our licencing queries and always on hand to help make sense of changing legislation.’
‘The individuals who assist us are very capable, always make time for us, and think with a business mind rather than just a legal mind.’
‘Matthew Phipps is sharp, practical and impressive, and he does it all with a wonderful sense of humour. Ewen Macgregor supports in Matthew's absence and is affable and smart.’
‘Matthew Phipps and his team are diligent and knowledgeable. They also quickly get to grips with more nuanced situations that ensures that we are always up to speed and working in the right way to achieve the best outcome.’
‘The personal, skilled and warm interaction with this company and team is exceptional. Ewen Macgregor is our primary contact, and is superb.’
‘Ewen Macgregor knows our business, takes time to understand it, and tailors his support accordingly. We receive first-class service on any issue we need support on.’
Key clients
- Punch Pubs
- St Austell Brewery Limited
- Ambassador Theatre Group
- WHSmith
- Admiral Tavern Limited
- Bloomsbury Leisure
- KFC
- Ashton Gate Limited
- TVF Limited
- Daylesford Organics Limited
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Practice head
Matthew Phipps
Other key lawyers
Ewen Macgregor; Piers Warne