Best Licensing Applications Solicitors in the UK

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    Showing 41–60 of 494 firms Ranked by client reviews

    This work covers applying for and renewing licenses for premises, activities and personal permissions under the Licensing Act 2003 in England. A solicitor in this area drafts and submits applications, lays out operating schedules, liaises with the local licensing authority and objectors, negotiates conditions, and represents the client at licensing hearings and in any appeals. It also covers variations, temporary event notices and compliance with licence conditions, together with advising on related enforcement risks.

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    Barker Gotelee Solicitors

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    4.9 380 Reviews

    What Licensing Applications clients highlight

    • friendly staff
    • efficient service
    • clear communication
    • prompt responses

    4.9 from 380 client reviews

    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeThe Law SocietyChambers UK Leading Firm 2026Cyber Essentials Certified
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    Tozers LLP

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    4.9 4,971 Reviews

    What Licensing Applications clients highlight

    • friendly staff
    • clear communication
    • professional service
    • prompt responses

    4.9 from 4,971 client reviews

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    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawChildren LawClinical Negligence
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    Setfords Law Ltd

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    4.9 17,961 Reviews

    What Licensing Applications clients highlight

    • professional service
    • clear communication
    • prompt responses
    • efficient service

    4.9 from 17,961 client reviews

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    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily LawFamily Mediation
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    Ward Gethin Archer Limited

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    4.9 4,702 Reviews

    What Licensing Applications clients highlight

    • Excellent communication
    • Professional and friendly
    • Efficient and prompt
    • Knowledgeable and helpful

    4.9 from 4,702 client reviews

    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily Law
    Free initial advice
    48

    Harris Cuffaro & Nichols

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    5.0 251 Reviews

    What Licensing Applications clients highlight

    • responsive and helpful
    • professional and courteous
    • clear communication
    • efficient service

    5.0 from 251 client reviews

    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationThe Law SocietySpecialist Quality Mark
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    54

    Paris Smith LLP

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    4.8 695 Reviews

    What Licensing Applications clients highlight

    • efficient and professional
    • clear communication
    • empathetic and supportive
    • knowledgeable advice

    4.8 from 695 client reviews

    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily MediationThe Law Society
    Free initial advice
    55

    Ashtons Legal LLP

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    4.8 2,039 Reviews

    2 Licensing Applications reviews

    What Licensing Applications clients highlight

    • professional service
    • knowledgeable staff
    • friendly approach
    • clear communication

    4.8 from 2,039 client reviews

    “My experience with Maya Lal was excellent. She was professional, knowledgeable, and very supportive throughout my taxi licensing case. She explained everything clearly, prepared my case thoroughly, and represented me with confidence. I felt reassured and well supported during a very stressful time. I am truly grateful for her help and would highly recommend her.”
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    56

    Farleys Solicitors LLP

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    4.7 650 Reviews

    What Licensing Applications clients highlight

    • Professional
    • Knowledgeable staff
    • Approachable service
    • Highly responsive

    4.7 from 650 client reviews

    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily LawChildren Law
    57

    Ronald Fletcher Baker LLP

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    4.9 1,368 Reviews

    What Licensing Applications clients highlight

    • Excellent communication
    • Very responsive
    • Highly professional
    • Efficient service

    4.9 from 1,368 client reviews

    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeThe Law Society
    Free initial advice
    58

    UVS Law

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    5.0 197 Reviews

    What Licensing Applications clients highlight

    • great communication
    • first class service
    • efficient handling
    • friendly staff

    5.0 from 197 client reviews

    • Speaks
    • The Law Society
    Free initial advice
    59

    Gepp Solicitors

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    4.9 1,733 Reviews

    1 Licensing Applications review

    What Licensing Applications clients highlight

    • Highly responsive
    • Clear communication
    • Professional service
    • Supportive team

    4.9 from 1,733 client reviews

    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily Mediation
    60

    Thorntons Solicitors

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    4.9 3,737 Reviews

    What Licensing Applications clients highlight

    • Knowledgeable staff
    • Friendly staff
    • Clear explanations
    • Professional service

    4.9 from 3,737 client reviews

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