Kuits strengthens leisure and hospitality offering with appointment of new Head of Licensing

Manchester commercial law firm Kuits Solicitors has appointed Gill Sherratt as Head of Licensing, strengthening its long-established reputation as an advisor to the leisure and hospitality sectors.

Gill joins the firm as a consultant, bringing over 20 years’ experience advising operators across the licensed trade. Her appointment further enhances Kuits’ licensing capability at a time of continued growth for the firm and increased demand from clients operating in fast-moving, highly regulated consumer-facing sectors.

Kuits has a long history of working with leisure and hospitality businesses, from independent operators and growing regional brands to national groups, developers, hotels, restaurants, bars, pubs, clubs, event spaces and wider visitor economy businesses. Its licensing team works closely with colleagues across commercial property, employment, commercial, corporate, dispute resolution and intellectual property to provide practical advice to operators at every stage of their growth.

Gill’s extensive sector connections and practical understanding of the challenges facing licensed businesses will support Kuits’ continued investment in the leisure and hospitality market, an area in which the firm has built a strong reputation over many decades.

Commenting on her appointment, Gill Sherratt said: “Kuits has an outstanding reputation in the licensing, leisure and hospitality sectors, and I am delighted to be joining the firm at such an exciting stage in its growth. Having worked with operators, industry contacts and stakeholders across the sector for many years, I understand how important it is for clients to receive clear, commercial advice from advisers who genuinely understand their world. I am looking forward to supporting Kuits’ clients and building on the firm’s already strong relationships across the industry.”

Robert Levy, Executive Partner at Kuits, said: “Gill’s appointment is a significant step for our licensing team and reflects the continued growth of the firm. Kuits has advised leisure and hospitality businesses for generations, and the sector remains central to who we are and the clients we serve. Gill brings not only deep technical experience, but also exceptional connections and insight into the licensed trade. Her arrival will help us continue to provide the responsive, commercial and sector-focused advice our clients value.”

The appointment follows a period of sustained growth for Kuits, which continues to invest in specialist expertise across its core sectors. The firm remains committed to supporting the businesses that shape the North West’s leisure, hospitality and wider commercial landscape.