Expert Licensing Solicitors
We specialize in licensing law, helping businesses across Wexford, Gorey, and Ireland obtain and maintain the licenses they need to operate legally and successfully. Whether you’re running a pub, hotel, restaurant, nightclub, or retail business, our expert licensing solicitors ensure that you meet all legal requirements and navigate the application process with ease.
Ensuring Compliance & Business Success
With decades of experience, we provide reassurance and expert legal guidance on all aspects of licensing law, from new applications to renewals, transfers, and compliance matters. Whether you’re applying for a publican’s license, off-license, or restaurant certificate, our team ensures that your business operates within the law, avoiding potential delays or legal complications.
“Lombard Cullen & Fitzpatrick have been an invaluable legal partner for our business and personal needs. They guided us through a complex commercial property purchase with ease, ensuring every detail was handled efficiently and professionally. Their expertise in licensing law also helped us secure the necessary permits for our restaurant, allowing us to open on time and fully compliant. On a personal level, their compassionate approach during a family law matter brought reassurance and clarity during a difficult time. Their dedication, professionalism, and deep knowledge across a range of legal areas make them our go-to solicitors.”
– John Murphy, Local Business Owner and Client
Our Licensing Law Services
Alcohol & Hospitality Licenses
If your business serves or sells alcohol, you are required to obtain the proper license under Irish law. Our licensing solicitors in Wexford and Gorey assist with:
- Publican’s Licenses – Required for pubs, bars, and licensed premises to sell alcohol for on-site consumption.
- Off-Licenses – Permits the sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises, necessary for supermarkets, convenience stores, and off-licenses.
- Club Licenses – Needed for private members’ clubs, allowing alcohol to be sold and consumed within club premises.
- Hotel Licenses – Required for hotels serving alcohol in bars and dining areas, ensuring full legal compliance.
Event & Occasional Licenses
If you are organizing a one-time event, festival, or private function, you may need an occasional license. Our team assists with:
- Occasional Licenses – Temporary permits allowing alcohol sales at events such as weddings, festivals, and charity fundraisers.
- Extension of Licensing Hours – Applications for late-night or extended trading hours for licensed venues.
License Renewals, Transfers & Compliance
Keeping your business compliant with licensing regulations is essential. We help businesses with:
- Renewals & Transfers – Ensuring that your license remains valid or transferring it when needed.
- Compliance Advice – Ensuring your business adheres to licensing laws and regulations to avoid penalties.
- Appeals & Disputes – If your license application has been denied or challenged, we provide legal representation to resolve the issue.
Restaurant & Specialty Licenses
Restaurants and hospitality businesses often require additional licensing to legally serve alcohol and operate extended hours. We provide expert legal support for:
- Restaurant Certificates – Allows restaurants to serve alcohol with meals, ensuring compliance with licensing laws.
- Special Restaurant Certificates – Permits extended alcohol service beyond standard hours, subject to specific conditions.
- Wine Licenses – Required for businesses that sell or serve wine exclusively, such as cafés and wine bars.
