Licensing solicitors in Waterford

Legal advice for licences, premises and regulated businesses

At Peter O’Connor & Son LLP, we provide practical licensing law advice to businesses, publicans, hoteliers, restaurateurs, retailers, clubs, event organisers and premises owners in Waterford and the wider south east.

Licensing law can affect how a premises operates, whether alcohol may be sold, when a business may trade and what permissions are required for particular activities or events. We help clients understand the legal process, prepare the necessary applications and deal with the relevant court, Revenue and regulatory requirements.

We aim to make licensing matters as clear and straightforward as possible. Whether you are applying for a new licence, renewing an existing licence, transferring a licence or dealing with an objection, we provide clear advice on the steps involved.

• Hotel licences
• Restaurant certificates
• Special restaurant licences
• Occasional licences
• Special exemptions
• Music and singing licences
• Dance licences
• Club certificates
• Gaming licences
• Lottery licences
• Auctioneers’ licences
• Lapsed licences
• Declaratory orders
• Objections
• Section 6 applications for the extension or reduction of licensed premises

Each application depends on the type of licence, the premises, the proposed activity and the relevant legal requirements. We can advise on the documentation required and the appropriate procedure for your particular matter.

Liquor licensing and premises applications

We advise clients on liquor licensing matters involving pubs, hotels, restaurants, off licences, clubs and other licensed premises. This includes advice on applications, renewals, transfers, objections and certificates connected with the sale or supply of alcohol.

Some licensing matters involve court applications, while others may involve Revenue excise licensing requirements. We help clients understand which process applies and what steps must be taken.

Occasional licences and special exemptions

We also advise on licensing for events and extended trading, including occasional licences and special exemption applications.

These applications can be important for hospitality businesses, clubs, venues and event organisers. Timing, documentation and compliance are key, so early legal advice can help avoid unnecessary delays.

Licensing objections and compliance

Licensing issues can also arise where there are objections, questions about compliance, changes to premises or concerns about whether an existing licence remains valid.

We can advise on:

• Objections to licensing applications
• Renewal issues
• Transfers of licensed premises
• Changes to licensed areas
• Lapsed licences
• Compliance with licence conditions
• Court applications and supporting documentation

Our role is to explain the legal position clearly and help clients respond in a practical and informed way.

Advice for businesses, clubs and premises owners

Licensing law is particularly important for businesses and organisations whose trading activities depend on the correct permission being in place. A licensing issue can affect opening hours, alcohol sales, events, premises use and business continuity.

We work with clients to understand their commercial position and provide legal advice that supports the lawful operation of their premises or activity.

Contact our licensing solicitors in Waterford

If you need advice on a licence application, renewal, transfer, objection, restaurant certificate, off licence, occasional licence or special exemption, contact Peter O’Connor & Son LLP.

We provide clear and practical licensing law advice to clients in Waterford and across the wider south east.