TEXAS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION

What Is The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC)? 

The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) is a state agency that regulates the alcoholic beverage industry in Texas. The duties of the commission include regulating sales, taxation, importation, manufacturing, transporting, and advertising of alcoholic beverages.  The TABC suggests that all managers, supervisors, bartenders, servers working in restaurants and/or catering environments, and anyone who sells, serves, dispenses, or delivers alcohol should be certified to do so.  Most restaurant and bar owners depend on their alcohol licenses. If the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) threatens to suspend your license, our Dallas TABC lawyers can assist you in protecting your TABC license.   See our Checklist For Applying For A TABC Liquor License for additional information. 

Common Legal Issues With TABC Licensing

• Liquor licensing; 
• Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code compliance;
• Formulation of beverages;
• Trade secrets of beverage formulas;
• Trademark and service mark registration;
• Alcoholic Beverage Code administrative violations and defense;
• TABC enforcement;
• Protection and monetization of TABC licensed rights; 
• Dram shop and liquor liability litigation defense;
• Entity formation, capital, and financing strategies; and 
  
• Protection and enforcement of copyrights.

Common Legal Solutions For Liquor Companies

• Trademark counseling and litigation;
• Licensing and technology transactions;
• Patent counseling and litigation;
  
• Importation and sales across state lines;
• Keeping up with compliance codes; 
• Executive compensation and employee benefits; and
  
• Dram shop and liquor liability updates.

Our professional team of alcohol licensing lawyers routinely assists businesses throughout Texas in applying for and obtaining a TABC permit and license. We assist with public notification requirements, bond requirements (e.g., TABC conduct surety bonds and TABC performance bonds), and federal (TTB) permitting.

Dallas, Texas, Liquor Permit & TABC Lawyer

At Wilson Whitaker Rynell Attorneys at Law, we specialize in navigating the complexities of alcohol licensing for businesses such as bars, restaurants, liquor stores, and other establishments that require a liquor license issued by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC). It is crucial for business owners involved in the sale of alcohol to have proficient legal representation when dealing with the TABC. Our experienced TABC attorneys in Dallas are dedicated to guiding you from the initial stages of business planning through production and sale, ensuring a smooth licensing process.

We provide comprehensive legal services for state and federal alcohol licensing and permitting. Our team offers expert advice and active representation tailored to a variety of business types including bars, nightclubs, hotels, brew pubs, microbreweries, distilleries, wineries, wholesalers, distributors, importers, and manufacturers. Whether you are starting a new venture or looking to navigate the regulatory landscape, our lawyers are here to support you every step of the way.

Leveraging our deep understanding of the TABC regulations and the broader legal considerations of alcohol sales, we help our clients avoid potential pitfalls and manage any challenges that may arise during the licensing process. With Wilson Whitaker Rynell at your side, you can focus on growing your business while we handle the legal intricacies of your alcohol licensing needs.