Regulatory & Compliance
Regulatory compliance is never one-size-fits-all. We provide a full suite of compliance and regulatory legal services, customized to your industry and operational needs.
Because the licensing landscape is highly regulated and constantly shifting, we maintain close working relationships with agencies and industry stakeholders to anticipate changes before they hit your business.
From day-to-day compliance questions to long-term strategy, we give you the clarity and confidence to operate without hesitation.
regulatory & compliance services
Officer Changes
Licensing authorities require investigation and approval of corporate officers. When changes are made to the c-suite, KH assists clients with background checks, in-person fingerprinting and agency investigations throughout the country to allow for seamless operations while protecting and preserving sensitive personal information.
Restructuring & Bankruptcy
We regularly navigate and resolve both routine and complex investigations into alleged violations of alcohol beverage laws. Our lawyers’ longstanding relationships with regulators enable us to advocate effectively and minimize fines or suspensions through offers in compromise or other settlements.
Operational Permits
In addition to alcohol beverage licensing, we assists clients with all aspects of due diligence and applications for operational permits such as business licenses, health permits, food service licenses and alarm permits.
Local Manager Reporting
Many state and local jurisdictions require vetting of local managers in connection with liquor license applications. We provide guidance, local hearing preparation and background checks drawing on decades of experience working with state, county and city agencies.
National Surveys
Leveraging our network of experienced local counsel, we are able to provide accurate, concise and detailed surveys for clients on topics such as discount price promotions, tied house compliance and local manager approvals.
Tied House
The three-tier system of alcoholic beverages is complex and heavily regulated. We help companies and investors navigate questions related to trade practice violations and cross-tier ownership issues to remain in compliance with federal regulations and state statutes.
Marketing and Promotions
We have decades of experience assisting clients with creative solutions for proposed alcohol advertising, marketing and promotional campaigns.
Treasury Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) Compliance
Working directly with the TTB, KH handles all aspects of applications for Basic Permits, Brewer’s Notices and wholesale licenses for wineries, distilleries, breweries and other producers. In addition, we have supported our clients in the resolution of excise tax disputes.
REITs
KH represents public and private REITs navigating alcohol regulatory matters. Whether a client is purchasing a portfolio of hotels, entering into a joint venture or negotiating a new management agreement, KH brings deep experience to assist with regulatory filings and portfolio maintenance.
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