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Kennedys

Personal Injury: Mainly Defendant

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Kennedys

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Our liability division acts for over 240 defendant insurance clients who continue to trust us with their most complex matters and come to us to resolve the big-money cases, involving claims pleaded into the double and even triple-figure million-pounds.

In keeping with the strategy of becoming a trusted advisor to clients, Kennedys launched the multi award winning ‘Kennedys Innovation toolkit’ and it is revolutionising the way in which clients respond to claims. The toolkit enables our clients to save time, increase efficiency, reduces the overall cost of claims and delivers better outcomes.

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Personal Injury: Mainly Defendant - UK-wide

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Kennedys has a market-leading defence practice skilled in representing major insurers and corporations. The team advises on a broad range of personal injury claims arising from workplace accident and motor cases, and offers notable expertise in international claims, bolstered by its network of offices worldwide.

Strengths

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  • Kennedys have technical excellence in this class of business and links to solid experts in the industry. They have their finger on the pulse when it comes to industry issues.

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  • Kennedys offers exceptional attention to detail, support, professionalism, approachability and an unmatched, first-class service.

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  • Kennedys always provide a fantastic service, achieve good results and are willing to pick things up at short notice, putting in the extra mile to get the job done.

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  • The team have vast experience and range, a unique approach to client service, and excellent blue-sky prediction and analysis of changes that will face the industry.

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  • The team have a wide range of experience and offer good solutions to resolve our cases on best possible terms. They have vast experience.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Mark Burton
    Band 1Mark Burton

    Mark Burton

    Mark Burton handles big-ticket claims for insurers, including severe brain injury claims. He has significant expertise in handling claims arising from motor accidents.

    • Mark is a market-leading expert in personal injury. He is well respected and knowledgeable.

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    • Mark is a peerless litigator who is feared by opponents for his extraordinarily astute and forensic approach and his excellent judgement and tactical skill in negotiation.

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  • Band 4David Thompson
    Band 4David Thompson

    David Thompson

    David Thompson acts for insurers in catastrophic injury claims. He is particularly adept at handling cases arising from workplace accidents as well as Animals Act matters.

    • David provides sound legal advice while also appreciating the value of the matter at hand.

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    • David is incredibly experienced, a great tactician and a very robust litigator.

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  • Up and ComingLauren Gosnell
    Up and ComingLauren Gosnell

    Lauren Gosnell

    Lauren Gosnell has key experience in representing insurers in catastrophic injury and large loss claims, including RTAs.

    • Lauren is a very strong up-and-coming lawyer who I confidently expect to reach the highest echelons of the firm. She is superb.

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    • Lauren provides top-tier service with exceptional knowledge and support.

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