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Crafting a comprehensive succession plan for holders of licensed businesses demands a nuanced understanding of regulatory requirements and licensing qualifications. The Danow Group recognizes the unique challenges posed by regulatory restrictions in estate planning and is committed to providing tailored solutions.
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Wills, Trusts & Estates Overview

Succession Planning for Licensed Entities

  • Experienced guidance on considering licensing qualifications when creating a succession plan for holders of licensed entity interests.
  • Recognition of state-imposed limitations on the number and types of licenses an individual can hold.

Spousal and Family Plans

  • Insight into state-specific regulations, such as restrictions on multiple off-premise licenses.
  • Strategies for addressing limitations when spouses each have an interest in a licensed entity, ensuring effective transfer plans.
  • Advice on how trusts can be employed to navigate licensing-related challenges in estate planning.

Regulatory Considerations

  • Awareness of the disqualification of individuals with felony records from holding interests in licensed entities.
  • Understanding restrictions on individuals holding interests in different tiers (e.g., supplier/wholesale vs. retail) within the beverage-alcohol and cannabis industries.
  • Strategies for using trusts to address tied-house issues and achieve estate planning goals that might be otherwise restricted.

The Danow Group is ready to assist you and your advisors in navigating the complexities of transferring assets subject to regulatory and licensing requirements. We help ensure that your estate plan aligns with regulatory considerations, providing a seamless transition for licensed business interests.

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Mandatory Information And Social Media

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Compliance Reminder: New York City Outdoor Dining and NY SLA Licensing Requirements

New York City’s Department of Transportation rolled out Dining Out NYC, a permanent outdoor dining program, following the success of a temporary program that was in place during and after the COVID pandemic.

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Temporary Permits

Governor Hochul signed legislation that allows an applicant for a new retail license   to apply for a temporary permit at the same time as it applies for the license. Except in the case of a transfer of a retail license, a temporary permit is not available to a package store because package store licenses […]

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