Liquor Licensing

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Liquor Licensing

Complying with liquor licensing law can be complicated without expert advice. Irish liquor licensing law is contained in a variety of legislation and regulations, some of which date back to very different times. At MacGinley Quinn Solicitors LLP we can help you find the most pragmatic and common sense answer to your liquor licensing needs. Whether you are starting out in the pub trade, opening a restaurant, selling alcohol to members of a private club or running a night club, we can help you.

Our liquor licensing services include:

  • Advising on ad-interim transfer of licences

  • Advising on Licence Objections

  • Advising on Occasional Licences for bespoke events, including music festivals and sporting events

  • Advising on planning requirements, fire safety requirements and Building Regulation compliance for licensing applications

  • Advising on the defence of personal injury claims

  • Advising on the licensing of new premises, at declaratory and certificate stages, including advices on acquiring title to the proposed premises and sourcing the appropriate licence

  • Advising on the revival of expired licences

  • Licensing of Hotels, Distilleries and Breweries

  • Licensing of Restaurants, Bars and Nightclubs

  • Licensing of Supermarkets, Convenience Stores and Off-Licences

  • Specialist advices on the licensing of bespoke and/or unique premises, including cinemas, historic buildings, large entertainment venues

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can you help me secure a special restaurant licence in order for me to sell alcohol?

    Yes. MacGinley Quinn Solicitors LLP help clients all over Ireland secure alcohol and wine licences for special restaurants, including cinemas, historic buildings and large entertainment venues.

  • I am looking to secure a Wine Retailer's On Licence but I don't know where to start. Can you help?

    Our experienced team have an in depth knowledge on liquor licensing laws and can provide any level of support you need in order to secure your Wine Retailer's On Licence.