Alex Tomlinson joined Poppleston Allen in 2017 as a sandwich placement student from Nottingham Trent University. Alex proceeded to graduate with a 2:1 Bachelor of Laws in 2019 and returned to Poppleston Allen the following summer on a training contract.

Alex qualified as a solicitor on November 6 2023.

Alex advises varying clients in licensing applications ranging from full and minor variations to variation of designated premises supervisors. Alex has extensive knowledge of the regulations and procedures around temporary event notices.

Alex works closely with Mitchells & Butlers Leisure Retail, Pizza Express and Zizzi’s.

He understands the business requirements and needs while also being able to advise on the more technical legal aspect.

He is well respected and has a great deal of knowledge with the areas listed above. Alex also has a great relationship with various licensing authorities which is vital in this industry.