Product Liability
United Kingdom
08 April 2025
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Kennedys’ ‘first-class knowledge of the insurance market’ ensures a steady stream of high-value instructions from the key players in that sector. Helen Ager leads the South West professional liability team and is recognised for achieving ’fantastic outcomes as the result of a pragmatic approach’. Laura Hurst oversees the Bristol office, and her previous experience at the firm’s London branch brings ‘a City-feeling approach but in the regions’. The group regularly defends claims against professionals from the legal, financial, construction, and education spheres.
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Testimonials
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‘The Kennedys team have a first-class knowledge of the insurance market, providing a straightforward, supportive and distinctive service. I have been impressed by the ability to understand and comment upon complex and demanding insurance claims, recommending appropriate guidance and recommendations.’
‘The ability to provide guidance and technical support along with their renowned experience and expertise in litigation sets them apart from other law firms.'
Key clients
- PEN UNDERWRITING
- UMAL
Work highlights
Defending a £13m claim brought by an insolvent borough council, concerning the marketing of investments entered into by the council and subsequently leading to significant investment losses.
Defending a £1m claim against a firm of solicitors arising from alleged negligent advice in respect of the implications of an estate planning scheme relating to farmland for the purposes of minimising IHT on the death of a senior family member.