At Wickens Herzer Panza, we provide tailored business and legal services to every corner of the craft beer industry, from breweries in planning and startup breweries, to established breweries and taprooms, to those in growth mode expanding to multiple locations into distribution. We understand the unique challenges of the craft beer world and the demands on small businesses—because we know how much your business means to you. This insight allows us to offer effective, practical, and strategic counsel, empowering our brewery clients to operate with confidence, knowing their legal interests are secure.

Our team provides a wide range of expertise to meet the specific needs of the craft beer industry, including:

‣ Business Formation and Acquisition: Guiding breweries from initial setup to expansion and acquisition, with tailored advice for each stage of growth.

‣ Corporate Governance: Advising on sound governance structures to help protect your business and support sustainable growth.

‣ Employment and Labor Relations: Assisting with employee handbooks, employment agreements, compliance, and labor relations to maintain a productive workplace.

‣ Intellectual Property Protection: Protecting your brand through trademark registration, enforcement, and intellectual property counsel.

‣ Liquor License Acquisition, Transfer, and Disputes: Navigating the complexities of liquor licensing to ensure your business remains compliant.

‣ Litigation Support: Defending your brewery in disputes and advocating for your business interests when challenges arise.

‣ Marketing and Advertising Compliance: Providing counsel on regulatory compliance to help keep your marketing efforts both creative and compliant.

‣ Representation Before Alcoholic Beverage Control: Working with state regulators on your behalf to address licensing, renewals, and compliance matters.

‣ Real Estate Guidance: Assisting with real estate purchases, leases, and site negotiations to support your brewery’s expansion.

‣ Trade Secret and Non-Competition Protection: Drafting and enforcing agreements to safeguard your business’s proprietary information and protect your competitive advantage.

‣ Vendor, Supplier, and Distribution Agreements: Negotiating and drafting contracts to secure beneficial terms and relationships with key suppliers and distributors.

Our craft beer practice combines industry knowledge with legal insight, helping your brewery grow with peace of mind. We’re here to support you in building a successful, sustainable business that reflects your passion and dedication to the craft.

CBP Added Value

We offer a free initial consultation for CBP group members.