Kelvin Farmaner
About
Provided by Kelvin Farmaner
Practice Areas
Kelvin is an experienced litigation lawyer, an Advocate (Higher Courts Civil Proceedings) and he has a niche expertise and understanding of the insurance sector.
Kelvin acts for Domestic and European insurance companies as well as self-insuring businesses. He deals with defending mainly high value personal injury cases. As well as motor claims cases Kelvin has also established a niche practice in relation to claims involving animals, having acted for the successful party in the leading case of Mirvahedy v Henley, which was decided in the House of Lords (the case in which the court defined the responsibilities of keepers of animals under Section 2 of the Animals Act 1971).
Professional Memberships
Member of the Law Society Specialist Personal Injury Panel
Member of FOIL (Forum of Insurance Lawyers)
Past President of the Southampton Insurance Institute Council
Vice Chair of the Hampshire Chamber of Commerce Professional Services Business Strategy Group
Chambers Review
UK
Kelvin Farmaner leads the firm's personal injury department. He is skilled at defending catastrophic injury claims arising from RTAs, as well as personal injury as a result of animal-related incidents. He is also experienced with regard to cross-border matters.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Kelvin Farmaner's handling of our high-level, complex injury claim stands out. You can expect a good outcome whenever he is instructed."
"He provides a high level of expertise while maintaining a friendly, open approach. He understands our business requirements and delivers excellent results."
"Kelvin Farmaner's handling of our high-level, complex injury claim stands out. You can expect a good outcome whenever he is instructed."
"He provides a high level of expertise while maintaining a friendly, open approach. He understands our business requirements and delivers excellent results."