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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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Stay informed on the critical current issues related to Wills, Trusts & Estates Law

Applying For An Off Premise License In New York

A license for off premise consumption of wine or liquor is directed to a person or persons and a specific location.  The New York State Liquor Authority (“SLA”) looks past any legal entity such as a corporation to the “warm bodies” behind it. 

New Direct Shipping Privileges And Permits

The New York legislature passed, and Governor Hochul signed a series of new laws that permit limited direct to consumer shipping of spirits, cider, mead and braggot.  

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Restaurants And Taverns Licenses

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Law distinguishes between restaurants and taverns.

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