About

Provided by Kennedys

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

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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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Notable Practitioners

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Mark Burton
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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.

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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David Thompson
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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.

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

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Lauren Gosnell
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Up and Coming

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.

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

Ranked Lawyers at
Kennedys

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UK-wide

Personal Injury: Mainly Defendant

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Mark Burton
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David Thompson
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Band 4
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Lauren Gosnell
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Up and Coming

Members

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Charles Martin

Helen Snowball

Jennifer Harris

Richard West

Head of Department