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Kennedys

Insurance: Non-contentious (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China


Kennedys

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Insurance: Non-contentious (International Firms) - China

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Kennedys enjoys an excellent reputation across both contentious and non-contentious insurance. The law firm is recognised as a go-to for coverage claims relating to professional liability and workers' compensation, and draws praise for its handling of complex litigation and arbitration. The team also boasts notable experience of handling public and motor liability claims as well as clinical negligence claims. It is distinguished by frequent roles on regulatory and competition-related matters and has a strong track record on transactional work in the insurance sector. Its stellar client list includes many international insurers.

Strengths

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  • Kennedys always knows what the industry is doing and what the regulator's attitude is on current insurance issues. We have quick access to the team and it is always available to assist.

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  • Kennedys provides expertise, professionalism and dedication that makes a difference in our cases. Its lawyers have exceptional commercial awareness and a deep understanding of business dynamics.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Joanie Ko
    Band 2Joanie Ko

    Joanie Ko

    Joanie Ko is widely respected for her experience in directors' and officers' insurance, as well as financial lines and professional indemnity mandates. She is notably active in cyber-related insurance matters.

    • Joanie has a strong reputation in the market and is knowledgeable in financial insurance claims.

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    • She is practical and very knowledgeable.

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  • Band 2Richard Bates
    Band 2Richard Bates

    Richard Bates

    Richard Bates is the leading partner of the firm's corporate and commercial group. His practice focuses on transactional and regulatory mandates for insurance companies and financial institutions, including the acquisition and disposal of assets and businesses.

    • Richard has excellent knowledge and is helpful on all matters related to insurance.

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  • Band 4Rudy Chung
    Band 4Rudy Chung

    Rudy Chung

    Rudy Chung heads Kennedys' commercial disputes and regulatory team in Hong Kong. He specialises in insurance and financial services disputes. He is also capable in regulatory insurance matters.

    • Rudy Chung provides first-class litigation support.

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Ranked Individuals at Kennedys (3)

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    Joanie Ko

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    Rudy Chung

    Insurance: Contentious (International Firms)

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    Richard Bates

    Insurance: Non-contentious (International Firms)

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