Professional Negligence - North West
What the Team is Known For
Kennedys boasts an impressive client base which includes a number of leading insurers. The firm's lawyers are experts in defending complex and high-value claims against legal and construction professionals as well as accountants. The team offers further expertise in areas such as cyber liability and solicitors' risk management, and has additional experience in handling cross-jurisdictional matters.
Strengths
"Have had dealings with many people in the team and the consistency of approach and willingness to help is to be applauded."
Notable Practitioners
Claire Bushen is regional managing partner of the firm's office in Manchester. She has notable experience in defending high-value professional negligence claims against firms of solicitors and accountants.
Jeremy Riley is highly sought after by major insurers and is recommended for his particular strength in handling indemnity cases against construction professionals and managing directors. "He's a consummate professional and always delivers on his commitments. He is an exceptional lawyer and well versed in all matters relating to professional indemnity." "He always provides a first-class claims service. Supporting insurers, he's mindful of the market and possesses strong technical knowledge and commercial acumen." "Jeremy is regarded as one of the best in his areas of expertise. We're very lucky to have access to such a capable, knowledgeable and effortlessly engaging talent." "Jeremy is able to turn around advice in very short timeframes, which I think is a testament to his depth of knowledge, experience and expertise."
Hannah Williams is an up-and-coming partner in the firm's professional indemnity team. She handles a wide range of claims against architects, insurers, accountants and individual practitioners. "She is extremely specialist in this market."
Tom Handley is an up-and-coming partner at Kennedys. He has considerable experience representing architects and contractors in professional negligence matters. "He is really easy to engage with and writes in a way that's easy to understand." "He is really personable and is a pleasure to instruct." "Tom has an enthusiasm for detail so matters progress more efficiently."
