The Sixth Circuit denied to petition for an en banc rehearing in the Lebamoff v. Whitmer case. This case challenged Michigan’s wine shipping law which allowed in-state retailers to ship to Michigan customers but denied this same privilege to out-of-state customers.
Cocktails-To-Go Bill Passes in Illinois!
The Illinois Legislature passed a bill that would allow the sale of cocktails-to-go, it awaits the governor’s signature to become law. I have been heavily involved in advocating for and drafting this legislation, if you have any questions please contact me at (312) 535-8380 or sean.oleary@olearylpgroup.com.
Here are the particulars of […]
It is a distinct privilege to talk about Cocktails-For-Hope’s campaign to allow bars and restaurants to sell cocktails-to-go for take out or delivery.
I am especially grateful to be mentioned with Julia Momose and Ian Beacraft, the two co-founders of Cocktails-For-Hope and two people I respect very much.
This is a great grass roots effort that […]
Senate Bill 3830 which would bring out-of-state wine retailer shipping to Illinois, should be passed in light of the COVID-19 crisis. This bill is necessary to help Illinois’ budget, ensures Illinois residents are safe, and meets consumer demand and preferences.
The COVID-19 crisis has blown a hole in Illinois’ budget and allowing out-of-state wine retailer shipping […]
I am thrilled to contribute to VinePair’s article about cocktails-to-go. Tim McKirdy wrote a great article on this issue. https://vinepair.com/articles/off-premise-alcohol-sales-bars-restaurants/
Included in this article is one of my great partners in getting cocktails-to-go for the struggling Illinois hospitality industry, Julia Momose of Kumiko. It is a pleasure to team with her on such an important issue!
I […]
Cocktails-For-Hope wants to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the People of Illinois
The mission of the Illinois Liquor Control Commission is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the People of the State of Illinois. Cocktails-For-Hope, which wants to expand alcoholic liquor delivery and takeout privileges to allow bars and restaurants to […]
Julia Momose, founder of Cocktails For Hope, will be on TV again discussing our movement to get cocktails-to-go for Illinois restaurants and bars.
Here is the upcoming schedule:
Tuesday, May 12- Julia Momose/Cocktails For Hope on WCIU The Jam’s Facebook Live at 11 am
Wednesday, May 13- Julia/Cocktails For Hope on Fox Good Day Chicago at 9:40 […]
Sean O’Leary, the Irish Liquor Lawyer, was on tv discussing the cocktails-to-go issue in Illinois.
NBC Chicago did a great segment on Cocktails-For-Hope. We are a movement that is trying to get the state of Illinois to allow for a temporary change in policy. This change would allow bars and restaurants to sell cocktails-to-go […]
I had a great interview with Kate Chappell from NBC News Chicago on Cocktails-For-Hope which should air at 5:00 pm tonight.
Cocktails-For-Hope is a positive movement to help the hospitality industry during this difficult time. We want for bars and restaurants to be able to sell cocktails for pickup and delivery.
We look forward to working […]
For the second time yesterday, Cocktails For Hope was on TV discussing our movement.
An amazing job by Julia Momose talking about our cause.
She provided a great explanation of our movement and why it is necessary to the survival of the hospitality industry, this is a must watch!
Also, we need your support, contact your […]