Licensing
We assist businesses on all three tiers of the Michigan Liquor Control system (manufacturers, distributors and retailers) with obtaining, maintaining and transferring liquor licenses. We have also represented many establishments in resolving accusations of liquor code violations from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission.
Liquor Licensing Issues We Handle
Among other liquor licensing issues, we handle:
- Class C or Tavern LicensesOn-premises consumption of alcohol
- SDD and SDM LicensesOff-premises consumption of alcohol
- Conditional LicensesTo aid in speed transfers of licenses between entities
- Catering Permits
- Alternating Proprietorship Applications
- License Escrowing
- Beer & Wine Tasting Permits
- Social District Permits
- Manufacturer Licenses
- Nonprofit Special Event Licenses
- Liquor license sale and transfer
- Resolving MLCC violation concerns
- Brewer’s Notice
- Basic Permit – Winery
- Basic Permit – Distilled Spirits Plant
- Importer (Alcohol) permit
- Wholesaler (Alcohol) permit
- Labeling Approval through the COLA system
Federal Licensing & Permits
Michigan Licensing & Permits
Local Licensing & Permits
The Power of Teamwork
Lippitt O’Keefe, PLLC thrives because of an atmosphere built on teamwork. Our attorneys have experience that goes back over 40 years, and the firm itself has been located in Birmingham for over a quarter of a century. Our legal team is well-versed in the important details of running a business and can handle all of your business, real estate, commercial litigation, and personal planning needs.