From taxis to animals, entertainment to firearms, sex to tattoos. Joan has built up a strong licensing practice over more than 20 years. Joan has been involved in some of the leading cases as well as the everyday issues faced by those involved in licensed trades. Whether it is a matter before Licensing Committee or Court, contact Joan if you have a licensing issue. Joan has a varied client base from individuals to large scale businesses and public bodies. Joan has significant experience working with public bodies.
 
Joan is a nationally recognised licensing barrister with a specialist interest in taxis, firearms and Alcohol. As well as practising Joan delivers seminars on taxis and alcohol licensing and provides in-house training on a variety of issues. Joan regularly advises statutory bodies including on matters of policy and human rights issues.

 

Joan is experienced with matters before the Traffic Commissioner therefore if you find yourself facing satellite matters Joan  can provide a ‘one stop’ personal and expert service.

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