Leigh Schelvis - JG&Ps Newest Recruit

We are delighted to announce that John Gaunt & Partners have welcomed a new recruit to the solicitor team this month.

Leigh Schelvis is our newest member joining as a senior solicitor, having qualified as a solicitor in 2014 in Leeds. Leigh has gained experience in Gaming and Alcohol Licensing and also has a background in Commercial and Civil Litigation. Leigh has a long history in the leisure industry, with his father holding senior corporate roles in one of the world’s largest spirit companies. Prior to qualifying as a solicitor, Leigh experienced life on the front lines of the leisure industry, by working in a variety of restaurants and bars, being employed by some of the UK’s most prevalent operators and award-winning cocktail bars.

During his career to date, Leigh has represented a variety of operators ranging from PLCs, a Premiership Football Club, a national supermarket chain, national gambling operators, and both national and independent bar and pub operators. Leigh’s specialism concerns the Licensing issues arising around sporting events.

Leigh Commented:

“I’m delighted to join the team at John Gaunt & Partners and continue my development with some of the sector’s leading experts, whilst acting for some of the industry’s biggest names. I have always had a passion for the hospitality industry and relish the opportunity to provide clients with technical legal advice and practical commercial advice that I have gained from my roles within the leisure industry.

I am very excited to start this journey with John Gaunt & Partners and eager to see where this path goes.”

Partner Chris Grunert Commented:

"We are delighted this month to welcome Leigh to our team, as well Leigh’s clear skills as a lawyer the Partners were impressed by his very visible passion for the industry we serve and his desire to be a licensing lawyer. Leigh’s appointment further deepens our capability to provide the best service to our clients now and in the future."