Liquor Licence Matters
Over the past 20 years Mr. Vassos has established himself as one of the leading authorities with respect to all Liquor Licence matters. Mr. Vassos' clients include the largest licensed establishments in Canada, large food and beverage operators, professional sports stadiums, race track operators, hotels, universities, restaurants, nightclubs, lounges and business improvement areas.
Mr. Vassos’ knowledge and experience in this area has resulted in making him the leading choice of referral by other law firms, existing clients and various industry professionals.
Mr. Vassos understands the Liquor Licence Act as well as the food and beverage industry and takes pride in being able to obtain and surpass his clients' expectations in terms of results achieved in a time efficient and cost effective manner. In the food and beverage industry time is money and no business can afford to lose time or money. That is why it’s important to choose a lawyer that can provide you with the most knowledgeable advice available. Mr. Vassos can provide assistance in the following areas:
- Applications for new Liquor Licence, Transfers, Increases in Capacity, Change or Alteration of Facilities, Renewal of Licences, WHS Licences and Extension of Hours Applications.
- Special Occasion Permits and Caterers Endorsements.
- All disciplinary maters relating to appearances before the Board of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.
- Preparation and submission of requests for pilot projects and unique projects requiring special consideration under the Liquor Licence Act.
- Assisting with preliminary meetings with the AGCO, public interest and special interest groups, municipal officials and law enforcement agencies prior to the submission of a Liquor Licence Application.
- Negotiations and dispute resolution with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, residents associations and law enforcement agencies.
- Negotiations with Police and Municipal Officials with respect to the Licensing needs of a new, existing or proposed establishment.
- Applications for Removal of Conditions.
- Public interest Hearings.
- Dealing with Provincial Offences and Municipal Infractions such as overcrowding, encumbering the street, fire regulations, smoking bylaw and noise bylaw.
- Providing seminars to management and staff with respect to alcohol management policies, dealing with liquor inspectors and the Police, risk based enforcement and changes to the Liquor Licence Act.
Mr. Vassos believes that a proactive approach with respect to your alcohol management policy is the best method for ensuring that your business operates in accordance with the Liquor Licence Laws.
