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Laura Williamson

Laura Williamson

Global 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Laura is a partner in Kennedys’ Bermuda office and a member of the commercial litigation team, handling matters involving financial services, insurance, professional negligence, insolvency and trusts.

Laura has a broad commercial practice with a particular focus on trusts disputes and on litigation and arbitration involving the financial services and insurance industries. Many of her cases have a multi-jurisdictional element, including in relation to the UK, US, Singapore, Hong Kong and others.

Career

Prior to joining Kennedys, Laura practised as a barrister in London for five years, during which time she was regularly instructed as sole counsel at every stage from pre-action advice through to final determination at trial or on appeal, as well as acting as junior counsel alongside leading counsel.

Professional Memberships

Laura is a full member of the Society of Trusts and Estate Practitioners (“STEP”). In 2024, Laura was the winner of not one but two STEP Excellence Awards. She is also a member of the Restructuring and Insolvency Specialists Association of Bermuda (“RISA Bermuda”) and an honorary overseas member of the English Commercial Bar Association (“COMBAR”).

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

Dispute Resolution - Bermuda

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

Laura Williamson is building a strong reputation in Bermuda. She has particular expertise in insurance and fund-related disputes. She also has experience in handling cases of professional negligence and representing individuals in trust and employment disputes.

Strengths

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  • Laura Williamson is a very good young partner who is technically strong and highly capable. She punches above her weight.

    Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
  • Laura is an excellent litigator. She is very hard-working and always provides clear, concise advice as well as being personable, responsive and very well prepared.

    Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
  • Laura is very cerebral, steely and determined. She is a very impressive character.

    Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
  • Laura Williamson is technically very gifted. She provides good insights into the technical aspects of a case and is great at keeping things moving along.

    Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide
  • Laura is an absolute delight to deal with. She is highly professional, meticulous and her drafting and advocacy skills are impressive.

    Dispute ResolutionChambers Global Guide

Ranked Individuals at Kennedys (27)

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Bermuda

China

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France

Oman

Singapore

UK

United Arab Emirates

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