Ohio Liquor Law & Hospitality
Our Clients and Services
Kephart Fisher represents every possible type of client involved in the alcoholic beverage and hospitality industry, including:
- Restaurants, Supermarket and Fuel Station Chains
- Bars, Nightclubs, Taverns and Breweries
- Hotels and Theaters
- Property Owners and Developers
Liquor Licensing
We help clients choose the alcoholic beverage permit that best meets their business needs, acquire new permits (directly from the state or through purchase from existing permit holders), renew existing permits, change ownership, and transfer permits when necessary (including those involved in bankruptcies or foreclosures). We investigate and, when necessary, help guide clients through Ohio laws governing the ability to sell alcoholic beverages in certain areas or locations (local option law).
Liquor Merchandising
We counsel clients on maintaining standards and meeting regulations when merchandising beer, wine, liquor, and mixed beverages.
Regulation and Compliance
Our extensive experience with Ohio liquor and hospitality laws allows us to effectively counsel clients on compliance, negotiate tax issues with the state, and help resolve permit violations and objections before the Ohio Liquor Control Commission and Division of Liquor Control.
Liquor Distribution
We can draft and review distribution agreements and guide clients through the complex state and federal alcohol beverage laws.
The Kephart Fisher Advantage
Founded in 1986, Kephart Fisher’s vast and lengthy experience in the alcoholic beverage and hospitality industry sets us apart from other firms. This experience, coupled with our general business and real estate expertise, enables us to provide our clients with advice and guidance on all aspects of the hospitality industry. We’ll help you navigate the complexities of liquor law in Ohio, and take the necessary steps to achieve and maintain success in the industry.