Business Details
Trusted Alcohol Industry Legal Counsel in Cincinnati
We are a specialized law firm dedicated to serving the alcohol industry, providing expert legal counsel on TTB permits, compliance, and regulatory matters. Our team has decades of combined experience navigating complex alcohol regulations, including TTB labeling, formulas, and Ohio liquor permits. We represent distilleries, breweries, wineries, and wholesalers in high-stakes transactions, having facilitated over $1.3 billion in M&A deals.Our track record includes recovering millions for clients through MNBP drawback claims and resolving compliance issues through Offer in Compromise settlements. We combine deep regulatory knowledge with practical business insights to deliver tailored solutions for alcohol industry clients.
Services
TTB Permits
TTB Compliance
Ohio Liquor Permits
MNBP Drawback Claims
Outsourced Counsel
Alcohol Tax Compliance
Regulatory Consulting
Mergers & Acquisitions
Label Approval (COLA)
Formula Submissions
Highlights and features
- We have represented clients in over $1.3 billion of alcohol industry M&A transactions
- Our team specializes in TTB compliance and nonbeverage drawback claims recovery
- We provide expert counsel on Ohio Division of Liquor Control manufacturing permits
- We've recovered millions for clients through Offer in Compromise settlements
- Our attorneys have decades of experience with TTB labeling and formula compliance
Services
TTB Permits
We assist alcohol producers and wholesalers with TTB permit applications and renewals. Our expertise covers breweries, distilleries, wineries, and importers. We ensure compliance with federal regulations while streamlining the permitting process for our clients.
MNBP Drawback Claims
We specialize in nonbeverage drawback claims for industrial alcohol users. Our team has recovered millions through TTB refund claims. We help clients navigate the complex MNBP drawback process from application to settlement.
TTB Compliance
We provide comprehensive compliance solutions for alcohol industry members. Our services include COLA submissions, formula approvals, and labeling guidance. We help clients maintain compliance with evolving TTB regulations and avoid enforcement actions.
Ohio Liquor Permits
We advise on Ohio Division of Liquor Control permits for manufacturing and retail operations. Our team handles application processes and compliance matters. We provide specialized counsel for local liquor permit requirements in Ohio.
Mergers & Acquisitions
We provide regulatory counsel for alcohol industry M&A transactions. Our experience includes billion-dollar deals involving TTB-permitted facilities. We handle due diligence, permit transfers, and compliance aspects of business acquisitions.
People
James G. Niekamp
Attorney
James Niekamp focuses on TTB regulatory matters and alcohol industry transactions. He has represented clients in major M&A deals and complex compliance issues. His expertise includes TTB permits, COLA submissions, and drawback claims.
Thomas J. Niekamp
Regulatory Consultant
Thomas Niekamp provides regulatory consulting services for alcohol industry clients. He specializes in TTB compliance and permitting matters. His experience includes advising on billion-dollar industry transactions and complex regulatory issues.
Arden E. Cleves
Attorney
Arden Cleves handles alcohol industry legal matters with a focus on regulatory compliance. He assists clients with TTB permits, Ohio liquor permits, and compliance counseling. His practice includes both transactional and regulatory enforcement matters.
Emily Hardewig
Paralegal
Emily Hardewig supports the firm's alcohol law practice as a paralegal. She assists with TTB permit applications, COLA submissions, and regulatory documentation. Her work focuses on ensuring accurate and timely compliance filings.
Questions
What TTB permit types do you handle?
We handle all TTB permit types for alcohol producers, including breweries, distilleries, wineries, and wholesalers. Our experience covers both initial applications and renewal processes.
Can you help with Ohio liquor permit applications?
Yes, we specialize in Ohio Division of Liquor Control permits for manufacturing and retail operations. We guide clients through the application process and compliance requirements.
What are MNBP drawback claims?
MNBP (Nonbeverage Nitrogen-Blended Petroleum) drawback claims allow industrial alcohol users to recover excise taxes. We help clients file these claims and maximize refunds through TTB processes.
Do you handle alcohol industry M&A transactions?
Yes, we provide regulatory counsel for alcohol industry mergers and acquisitions. Our team has experience with billion-dollar deals involving TTB-permitted facilities and complex permit transfers.
How do you handle TTB compliance issues?
We provide comprehensive compliance solutions including COLA submissions, formula approvals, and labeling guidance. We help clients resolve existing compliance issues and prevent future violations.
