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Alcohol, Beverage, and Hospitality Law

Our beverage and hospitality group at Kaplan Johnson Abate & Bird LLP assists distilleries, breweries, wineries, and other businesses in the U.S. hospitality sector with all legal matters relating to alcohol, beverage, and hospitality law.

The broad experience of our team in areas such as corporate law and business litigation informs our counsel and representation in this area of vital importance to our clients in Kentucky and beyond.

Counsel For Manufacturers, Importers, Distributors, and Vendors

Our team of attorneys provides experienced counsel and representation for businesses involved in every aspect of this highly regulated industry. We combine our in-depth knowledge of the alcohol and hospitality industry with proven legal skills in the areas of corporate law, business litigation, acquisitions, and government regulations.

We are equipped to handle the full scope of legal needs facing your business, including those pertaining to:

  • Licensing
  • Trade and customs
  • Labeling and COLA approvals
  • Litigation and appeals
  • Governmental relations
  • Tax issues
  • Environmental law
  • Land use and real estate

From assistance obtaining licensing to ensuring ongoing regulatory and tax compliance, we provide thoughtful counsel and experienced representation for the legal issues you face now as well as the issues you will confront as your operation grows.

Contact Us

We counsel and represent clients in Metro Louisville and throughout the nation. To speak with one of our lawyers, call our office at 502-416-1630.