Licensing Law

Northern Ireland has a particular legal system and you need to apply for licences for bookmakers’ offices, off-licences and bars. You should seek early legal advice to guide you through this process and deal with avoidable difficulties.

Liquor licence – sale & purchase

Since The Licensing (Northern Ireland) Order 1996, it is illegal for premises to sell alcohol without a licence. We provide efficient legal services on both selling and buying liquor licences, and clear and comprehensive guidance for making applications.

Call us today on 028 9045 3449, or complete our form now and a specialist solicitor will contact you quickly.

Entertainment licence – transfer & renewal

Our solicitors deal with the licensing needs of entertainment and leisure industries, from cafes and restaurants to amusement arcades and zoos. We assist prospective licensees, not only to identify the licences required, but also with guidance about getting them.

We aim to anticipate your needs with practical, constructive advice about –

Notice requirements
Fees
Hearings
Licence duration
Grounds for refusal
Rights of appeal
Renewal procedures
Steps to be taken on transfer

Get expert help today. Contact us on 028 9045 3449, or complete our form and a specialist solicitor will contact you quickly.

Bookmaker licensing

We understand how important it is to keep your licence and develop your bookmaking business. We guide you through the process for a new application or renewal of a bookmaker’s licence in Northern Ireland.

Call David French on 028 9045 3449, or complete our form and a specialist solicitor will contact you quickly.

Call today on 028 9335 2221 (Ballyclare) or 028 9045 3449 (Belfast)

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16:37 13 Nov 19

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14:51 22 Aug 19

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08:51 20 Apr 18

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14:54 08 Nov 15

I approached Reid Black Solicitors having known Hamill Clawson for many years as a good dependable lawyer and having been badly let down and grossly overcharged by another solicitor. He referred me to his colleague, David French who was very approachable and went out of his way to help resolve matters equitably in a timely and stress free manner.As a busy professional, this invaluable advice from Hamill and, especially his partner David was greatly appreciated. I am impressed by the high standard of service offered by this Firm and would recommended their services without caveat.read more

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21:47 25 Jul 20

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Licensing Law

Licensing Law

Northern Ireland has a particular legal system and you need to apply for licences for bookmakers’ offices, off-licences and bars. You should seek early legal advice to guide you through this process and deal with avoidable difficulties.

Liquor licence – sale & purchase

Entertainment licence – transfer & renewal

Bookmaker licensing

Call today on 028 9335 2221 (Ballyclare) or 028 9045 3449 (Belfast)

News and Case Studies

Recent Success for Medical Negligence Client at Reid Black Solicitors

Update on the Coronavirus and our Consultations

Creating a Will during the Covid-19 / Coronavirus pandemic

News and Case Studies

Recent Success for Medical Negligence Client at Reid Black Solicitors

Update on the Coronavirus and our Consultations

Creating a Will during the Covid-19 / Coronavirus pandemic

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