The highly regulated arena of alcohol and tobacco sales is a special area of counsel at Adams and Reese. Evolving from our extensive representation in Louisiana, Adams and Reese assists clients with the application and protection of licensing their hospitality enterprises in multiple southeastern states.
Because we understand the different state to state requirements as well as the overriding federal statutes, Adams and Reese can support the timely opening of hospitality facilities and help you avoid costly violations or license suspensions.
Our Attorneys
We are members in several key industry and regulatory associations, including the Academy of Hospitality Attorneys, the National Association of Licensing and Compliance Professionals (NALCP) and National Conference of State Liquor Administrators (NCSLA). Adams and Reese has built respected relationships within the licensing arena and remains informed on regulatory and zoning issues that can impact your project.
Involving our attorneys at the beginning of your project can help you with site selection and timely processing of applications — some of which can take months if there are questions or zoning concerns. Representing a convenience store owner before the local zoning board to coordinating with the legal teams of national restaurant chains are just two examples of our comprehensive approach to this unique practice area.
Core Practice and Clients
Adams and Reese represents restaurants, pharmacies, convenience stores, liquor stores, hotels, big box retailers and many other independent or chain sellers of alcohol and tobacco products to the public. Our core practice areas include:
Licensing: applying and maintaining liquor and tobacco licenses according to the current state guidelines.
Transactions: including all aspects of site selection, zoning variances, financing, leasing, contracts and general corporate counsel.
Compliance: assisting with any violations through the governing Alcohol and Tobacco Control Agency, Insurance Commission, Board for Contractors, Board of Pharmacy, Department of Agriculture, Department of Revenue or others.
The primary goal for Adams and Reese is to help you obtain a license in a timely manner and ensure the successful opening and responsible management of alcohol and tobacco sales. Contact us with your application or compliance questions.