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Brian Kelly

Brian Kelly

UK 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

About

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Practice Areas

Brian Kelly is a partner in the London Life Sciences group and also co-chair of Covington's Global Food Industry Group. Mr. Kelly's practice focuses on EU food and drug regulatory law, public and administrative proceedings, internal investigations, European Union law, and product liability and safety.

Mr. Kelly’s advice on general regulatory matters across all sectors includes borderline determinations, food classifications, tissue and stem cell regulation, adverse event and other reporting obligations, manufacturing controls, labeling and promotion, pricing and reimbursement/procurement, product life cycle management (foods and medicines), nanotechnology, and anti-bribery and corruption advice. Mr. Kelly has also been advising on UK and European "Brexit" related issues including tariffs.

Professional Memberships

Digital Health Legal, Editorial Board Member

Personal

College of Law, London, L.P.C., 2005 (Distinction); College of Law, London, G.D.L., 2004 (Commendation); University of Sheffield, B.S., 2000 (Neuroscience, Hons)

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Product Liability: Food - UK-wide

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial
Brian Kelly advises food clients in relation to a broad range of matters, including regulatory issues, product recall and labelling. He offers specialised expertise at the intersection of food products and medicine.

Life Sciences: Regulatory - UK-wide

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Brian Kelly helps companies in the sector navigate the ever-changing regulatory landscape governing life sciences products, and has recently advised clients on matters such as EMA data-sharing requests, judicial reviews and agency proceedings.

Strengths

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  • Brian is the partner you want on your roster.

    Product Liability: FoodChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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London (Firms)

UK-wide

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