Our gaming lawyers advise organisations operating in the gaming, gambling and leisure sectors. We advise both land based and online operators on regulatory and licensing issues.
We understand the commercial objectives of our clients and the importance of balancing these objectives with regulatory requirements. In addition to regulatory and licensing advice we are also able to advise in associated areas such as tax, corporate structure and company set up, data protection and intellectual property (often of particular importance to online operators).
We are members of the Gambling Commission's Industry Lawyers forum.
Joanne Attwood is ranked as a "Star Associate" in Chambers UK, 2020.
Areas of focus
Our expertise in gaming law and gambling law includes the following:
- Regulatory compliance – advising on issues arising under the Gambling Act 2005 and associated legislation.
- Licence applications – for both land based and online operators advising on gambling licence applications and authorisations (including operating, premises and personal licences).
- Liaison with regulators on behalf of operators in relation to applications and investigations.
- Lotteries, prize draws and competitions – regulatory advice and drafting of commercial documents.
- Corporate and real estate transactions including audits and transfer issues.
- Drafting associated commercial documents such as agreements, rules and terms and conditions.
Please note we do not advise on individual gambling disputes.