“… Technically dazzling…” Larry Seymour – Koko Camden
“…Commercially minded…” Larry Seymour – Mint Group
“… Only the best is good enough which is why we use Gareth…” Brian Clivaz – L’Escargot
“… Very well-connected…” – Tom Martin ETM Group, the botanist in Sloane Square
“Extremely efficient and knowledgeable…” – Tom Martin, Etm Group
“… Thinks like a client…” – Michael Achenbaum. owner The curtain Shoreditch
“… Invaluable guidance…” – Michael Achenbaum, owner of The Curtain – Shoreditch
Recognised by Best Lawyers (UK) in the practice area of Licensing Practice (2023-2025)
Recognised in Chambers UK 2024 for Licensing
Recognised in The Legal 500 as a Leading Individual for Licensing (2020-2024)
Recognised in Who’s Who Legal 2023 for Hospitality
Recognised in Chambers UK 2023 for Licensing
Recognised by Best Lawyers (UK) in the practice area of Licensing Practice (2023-2025)
Recognised in Chambers UK 2024 for Licensing
Recognised in The Legal 500 as a Leading Individual for Licensing (2020-2024)
Recognised in Who’s Who Legal 2023 for Hospitality
Recognised in Chambers UK 2023 for Licensing
“Gareth Hughes has strong interpersonal skills, high-level intelligence and pays great attention to detail.” Chambers UK 2023
“In this area of expertise there is no one more qualified.” Chambers UK 2023
Recognised in The Legal 500 2023 for Real Estate: Planning
“Gareth Hughes is vastly experienced.” The Legal 500 2023
Recognised in Chambers UK 2022 for Licensing
“_He is a formidable advocate._” Chambers UK 2022
“_He has encyclopaedic knowledge, and is personable and efficient._” Chambers UK 2022
“Gareth Hughes continues to be excellent to work with, achieving deadlines with efficiency and professionalism. His knowledge of licensing is outstanding and I would have no hesitation in working with him again or recommending him to others.” The Legal 500 2022
Recognised by Chambers UK 2021 for Licensing
Noted for achieving ‘_excellent results_‘, especially when advising nightclubs, off-licences and events. The Legal 500 2021
“_Gareth Hughes is not only an expert in his field, he is a fine and fluent advocate._” The Legal 500 2021
Gareth Hughes draws on his extensive experience in planning matters to represent key London bars, hotels and entertainment venues in an array of complex licensing issues. His clients say: “_He has great understanding and is very strategic in terms of how he approaches challenges._” Chambers UK 2020
Gareth Hughes of Keystone Law is a consultant barrister who draws on notable experience in representing major hospitality clients before licensing committees. “It’s not only his knowledge of the law, but he also knows the right people and knows how to get things done,” enthuses a source. Chambers UK 2019
Recognised as a Leading Individual by the Legal 500 2018 for Licensing
“First class” Legal 500 2018
Gareth Hughes is a consultant barrister at Keystone Law who draws on notable experience in representing major hospitality clients before licensing committees. Interviewees describe him as a “natural advocate” who is “formidable in licensing law.” Chambers UK 2018
Gareth Hughes is recognised by the Legal 500 2017 for Planning and Licensing.
_“An experienced and determined licensing practitioner who is known and respected by all sides of the industry_” Legal 500 2017
Chairman of the London Institute of Licensing
Gareth Hughes of Keystone Law’s recent work includes successfully obtaining an extension to the opening hours of restaurant Absolutely Starving, amid opposition from the police and Lambeth council. Clients confirm that he “has always been excellent when doing work for us.” Chambers UK 2017
“’Very good’ practitioner Gareth Hughes provides deep expertise and experience in licensing matters. His recent clients include prominent London hotels, nightclubs and entertainment venues. Chambers UK 2016
Chairman of the London Institute of Licensing
Gareth Hughes of Keystone Law’s recent work includes successfully obtaining an extension to the opening hours of restaurant Absolutely Starving, amid opposition from the police and Lambeth council. Clients confirm that he “has always been excellent when doing work for us.” Chambers UK 2017
“’Very good’ practitioner Gareth Hughes provides deep expertise and experience in licensing matters. His recent clients include prominent London hotels, nightclubs and entertainment venues. Chambers UK 2016
