Liquor Law

In a climate in which prosecutors eagerly pursue corporations suspected of wrongdoing, the ultimate goal of our compliance and white-collar defense attorneys is to help your company minimize the likelihood of any corporate misconduct and deal effectively with the consequences of alleged wrongdoing. One of our Firm's strengths is that EKG attorneys are experienced in dealing with a wide array of anti-money laundering issues. If you are a corporation, officer, or employee under investigation for or charged with money laundering, or availing, offenses, you can be assured that we are likely to have acted as defense counsel, or prosecutor, in similar situations.

Unfortunately, civil litigations may arise in hospitality settings, including disputes that arise among principals. At EKG, our experienced attorneys have long-standing experience in effectively resolving such disputes both via alternative dispute resolution solutions and in court settings. Our lawyers have held positions such as former New York State Liquor Authority prosecutor and New York State Administrative Law Judge under the Office of Administrative Hearings, are skilled litigators who can effectively articulate and argue these types of hospitality industry litigation cases in court if a dispute cannot be settled otherwise.

When you are wronged by a decision made by a government agency such as the New York State Liquor Authority or the New York State Department of Health, EKG is here to assist you in challenging that decision in Court. The law permits you to ask a judge to order the government, or a government agency, to do that which they are required to do by law or to stop doing that which they are not allowed to do by law. At EKG, our team understands it is important to be aware that Courts will not disturb the decisions that the government or agency made unless it is illegal or the government official abused its discretion. Let our experienced litigation team walk you through the appeals process.

The Espinosa Kearney Law Group offers a full range of restructuring capabilities, including dedicated distress-related resources from other Firm practices, such as litigation and M&A. Our group is committed to understanding in detail the business of our clients and crafting solutions, including complex out-of-court workouts and in-court restructurings. EKG structures out-of-court transactions to provide protection in the event of a future bankruptcy case. No issue is too large or complex.

The Espinosa Kearney Law Group represents purchasers and sellers and couples deal experience with a focused legal project management process. No matter the size of the deal, clients can count on having skilled lawyers lead the team and see the deal through from conception to completion. We invest the time to understand the client’s specific objectives and priorities. Based on these goals, our attorneys collaborate with other key deal team members, such as accountants and investment bankers, to identify key structural and economic issues and deal terms.

EKG understands that regulatory requirements will drive changes to business operations, so our team integrates and leverages technology and data-driven solutions where required. Our clients benefit from a seamless process provided by one firm, lowering the risk of project slippage and giving time back to your key stakeholders. Our team offers interpretation, planning, and implementation as an end-to-end service. You receive an efficient and effective solution that achieves your business and regulatory objectives. All delivered under one roof by deeply experienced liquor law specialists.

At EKG, we focus on leveraging our clients' intellectual property to help them achieve success in the marketplace. Our IP lawyers provide counsel on the most effective ways of protecting IP rights so clients can realize the most value from those assets. Our Firm assists our restaurant, bar, lounge, club, or venue by giving clients anytime/anywhere access to a wealth of information on their IP holdings, including status updates on filings and alerts to upcoming deadlines. From patents to trademarks and copyrights to licensing, EKG attorneys offer clients portfolio management and strategic advice on obtaining and protecting valuable intellectual property.

EKG is focused on racial and economic justice, grounded in the needs of communities. Our lawyers promote social justice as problem solvers, creative researchers, and strategic planners who employ an expansive range of lawyering strategies beyond litigation to create a more just legal system. Our team has represented community groups, bars and restaurants, and liquor and beer distributors, so you can trust that the Espinosa Kearney Law Group will develop and advance your policy campaign, advocate to change court rules and systems, and assist in drafting legislation to advance your perspective needs.