In the recently published Chambers and Partners legal guide, specialist licensing law firm Poppleston Allen secured four Band 1 rankings for its licensing solicitors, more than any other law firm in the UK.
When combining these results with the recently published Legal 500 guide, the firm has an impressive 12 solicitors ranked across alcohol, entertainment, betting and gaming licensing.
Highlights from this year’s results see Gaming Partner Richard Bradley securing a Chambers and Partners ranking for the first time, while Licensing Solicitor Felix Faulkner joins the Legal 500 rankings as a Leading Associate.
In addition to its individual rankings, Poppleston Allen has been recognised for its commitment to client service, becoming the only licensing law firm to receive four client service and satisfaction accolades in the Legal 500.
Graeme Cushion, Managing Partner at Poppleston Allen, commented: “We are delighted with this year’s legal directory results which reflect the exceptional expertise and dedication of our people. We don’t just advise the sectors we work in; we genuinely live and breathe them. And to be the only licensing law firm to receive four Legal 500 client service and satisfaction accolades really is the icing on the cake!”
The following Poppleston Allen solicitors have been recognised in the 2026 directories:
- Lisa Sharkey – Band 1, Chambers and Partners; Leading Individual, Legal 500
- Jonathan Smith – Band 1, Chambers and Partners; Hall of Fame, Legal 500
- Graeme Cushion – Band 1, Chambers and Partners; Leading Individual, Legal 500
- James Anderson – Band 3, Chambers and Partners
- Lisa Inzani – Band 1, Chambers and Partners; Hall of Fame, Legal 500
- Nick Arron – Band 2, Chambers and Partners; Recommended, Legal 500
- Richard Bradley – Band 3, Chambers and Partners; Recommended, Legal 500
- David Inzani – Next Generation Partner and Gaming Key Lawyer, Legal 500
- Felix Faulkner – Leading Associate, Legal 500
- Suraj Desor – Leading Associate, Legal 500
- Joe Harvey – Leading Associate, Legal 500
- Imogen Moss – Key Lawyer, Legal 500
Team feedback includes:
Alcohol licensing:
“Poppleston Allen’s deep understanding, legal guidance and experience are superior to any other firm I have dealt with.”
Gaming:
“The Poppleston Allen team is hugely experienced and knowledgeable in the sector. It also has a unique ability to communicate information in a way that is suitable to all levels of audience.”
For further information, please feel free to contact Head of Marketing and Partner (non-solicitor), Carl Weston on 0115 953 8500.
