Acquisitions and Disposals
Pre-transaction we will identify the key issues to be addressed in heads of agreement. We know the key licensing and other regulatory issues to look for during the due diligence process. We take a commercial approach to the transaction documents and our industry experience enables us to advise on appropriate warranties to ensure gambling law compliance, gaming reserves, all necessary licences and regulatory requirements. We will advise on post completion issues and what controls need to be in place if there is a gap between signature and completion.

Advertising and Marketing
We advise on the particular restrictions that apply to the advertising of gambling services, both on and offshore. We help clients and their advertising and marketing specialists develop their campaigns for maximum impact within the constraints of applicable laws and applicable industry codes. We help clients assess the legality and viability of a wide range of prize draws and competitions from viral marketing campaigns to instant win sites.

Anti-Money Laundering/Compliance/Governance
We can advise on what will be required to comply with the UK Proceeds of Crime Act and compliance regulations and overseas equivalents, and policy/governance issues.

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Betting
Applications for bookmaker’s permits and premises licences.
Advice in relation to new technology: viz fixed odds betting terminals, numbers products and mechanical products
   
Bingo
Bingo licence applications/objections and renewals.
Business strategy and development
Regulatory issues.
   
Casinos
Casino Licence Applications/Objections/Renewals
Regulatory issues, including applications for Gaming Board Certificates of Consent and representations to the Gaming Board and Government
Legal and commercial issues effecting business strategy and operations.
Advising the casino equipment and machine industry both from the UK
and overseas

Commercial
We advise on and provide a whole range of contracts underpinning gambling businesses including; gaming software developments and licensing; supply of gaming equipment and machines; distribution and agency arrangements; back office support agreements; terms of participation and progressive jackpots; information supply agreements. Our approach is straightforward and commercial. Our aim is to protect our clients interests in documents which are clear and concise. We advise on royalty and commission based charges and ensure that data protection requirements are met.

Corporate
We can provide the right team of expert advisers with appropriate gambling industry expertise to ensure the success of your transactions.

Data Protection
We can advise on Data Protection requirements and relevant law and regulations, and
the requirements of the Information Commissioner

E-commerce and Remote Gambling
From strategic planning to going live we guide clients through the process of setting up and developing their online business and plan. We advise on selecting the appropriate jurisdiction and on the construction of new sites, including drafting terms and conditions and privacy policies. Our unparalleled experience, coupled with our practical, commercial approach helps clients through the industry’s specific problems, such as restricting access from jurisdictions where access to gaming/betting sites prohibited, the particular risks of charge backs and protection against participation by minors. We have been actively involved in the development of remote gambling law and regulations in a number of jurisdictions. For existing sites, we can provide online audits to identify and resolve problems..

Fund Raising
Through our established relationships with industry specialised financial institutions we deal with all levels of fund raising from seed funding for start ups, through second round funding, private equity and bank funding, to flotation, rights issue and placings..

Joint Ventures and Strategic Alliances
We help clients identify suitable joint venture and alliance partners and help bring together companies with mutual interests. We act on long and short term arrangements, both contractual and corporate, and often internationally.

Lotteries and Competitions
Fantasy Sports competition operations.
Promotional prize competitions.
Issues relating to lotteries, including the elements of skill and chance

Policy/Government Relations/Lobbying
We can advise on the most appropriate ways to approach, and seek to have discussions with, officials, Ministers and MPs

Property
We can provide a full range of property services, including the acquisition and disposal of premises, negotiating leases, advising on lease renewal and rent review settlements. We can provide a specialist planning team with unparalleled experience to advise on all planning issues, understanding the particular sensitivities and problems that may arise in the gambling sector, particularly for major developments of regional significance.

Remote Gambling/Betting
Legality, viability and strategic planning of remote gaming in permitted
jurisdictions.
Applications for remote gaming licences; we have made applications in a number of jurisdictions, including Alderney, the Isle of Man, Netherland Antilles.
Provision and development of casino software and support services.
Applications for bookmaker’s permits and pool promoter licences for
remote gambling in the UK and in other permitted jurisdictions.
Ground breaking advice in relation to legal issues in interactive television gambling.
ITC regulatory requirements.