Upper Tier Industry Group

Overview

Greenspoon Marder’s Upper Tier Industry Group works across state jurisdictions, and at the federal level, and is skillfully versed in trade practice, regulatory, compliance and licensing issues and all legal concerns for beverage alcohol industry members.

Upper-tier industry members have specific legal and business challenges that demand experienced attorneys with the knowledge and expertise to navigate the complex regulatory framework.

From permit issues, regulatory and compliance matters – including complex Tied-House issues – contracts, trade practice, trademark, licensing, as well as e-commerce, advertising, and data sales (among other areas), the attorneys in Greenspoon Marder’s Upper Tier Industry Group can assist suppliers, wholesalers and third-party industry providers with legal strategies and solutions that are designed to meet and excel their business objectives.

Practice areas include:

• Federal Importer, Wholesaler and Producer and Permits
• E-commerce
• State Importers, Producers and Wholesalers Permits
• Federal and State Regulatory Guidance
• Marketing and Trade Practice Matters Specific to Malt, Wine and Distilled Spirits
• Complex Formula Approval
• Complex Label Approval
• US Customs and FDA Concerns
• Beer/Wine and Spirits Trademark Matters
• Contract Drafting and Review Between Upper Tier Members (Including Marketing, Advertising and Promotional Companies)
• Federal and State Trade Practice Issues
• Compliance Programs
• Administrative Action Defense
• Offers in Compromise

The team is led by Louis J. Terminello, Esq., joined by Michael Martinez, Esq. and Bradley Berkman, Esq., with a combined knowledge and experience that is unparalleled in the field.