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Kennedys
Law Practice
City of London, England 63,906 followers
A global law firm that will help you with the regulatory implications on your business.
About us
Every day we make a difference. With our deep sector knowledge for insurers, reinsurers, Lloyd’s Syndicates, public bodies and corporates, we understand the impact of proposed regulations and will advise you on the implications this will have on your business. Kennedys is an international law firm with expertise in litigation and dispute resolution, particularly in the insurance/reinsurance and liability industries. With over 2,900 people worldwide across 48 offices in the UK and Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific, North America and Latin America, we have some of the most respected legal minds in their fields.
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- City of London, England
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- 1899
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- Insurance and reinsurance, Litigation, Healthcare, Construction and engineering, Maritime and international trade, Employment, Transport, Banking and finance, Contracts, Insolvency and corporate recovery, Real estate, Contracts, and Aviation
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This week, Marianne Blattès, PhD, Michelle Blythe and Emma Blackstone from the our Responsible Business team collaborated with Jacinda Da Rosa from Allianz for a student insight day. 30+ young people from Bridging Barriers took part in interactive sessions, hearing first-hand from volunteers across Kennedys and Allianz about careers in insurance and law. From speed networking to panel discussions, students gained valuable advice and real-world insight to help them take their next steps. A brilliant day of learning, connection and collaboration—empowering the next generation!
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We’re delighted to announce the launch of our Global Healthcare Handbook! 🌍📘 Covering countries across the UK, EMEA, LATAM, and APAC, this comprehensive guide provides valuable insights into medical negligence claims, inquests, and the regulation of medical practitioners worldwide. Hear more about it from Christopher Malla, Global Head of Healthcare at Kennedys, in the video below. To learn more or request your copy, get in touch with us or visit our website: https://lnkd.in/eYC-XHXK
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Kennedys IQ, our client-facing technology division, has launched the first fully explainable neuro-symbolic AI risk analysis solution, Kennedys IQ SmartRisk. The solution will transform how insurers approach policy review, liability, and coverage analysis by accelerating review and decision-making whilst improving accuracy and consistency. Designed for claims professionals, brokers, and underwriters across global markets, including the London Market, specialty and general insurance in the UK, Europe, North America, LATAM and APAC, Kennedys IQ SmartRisk enables insurers to: 📄 Automate risk assessments and policy analyses ➡️ Enhance claims governance through structured decision-making 📊 Extract critical data from complex documents – including handwritten notes ✅ Improves compliance and accuracy, while reducing inconsistencies in decision-making. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eZf3uRgB #KennedysIQ #Insurtech #LondonMarket
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Today marks the start of our global maternity indemnifiers conference! 🩺 Bringing together healthcare experts from around the world, the conference is taking place at our London office with global attendees joining virtually. Hear from Christopher Malla, Global Head of Healthcare at Kennedys, as he opens today’s discussions, exploring key topics including rising maternity claims trends, global healthcare system learnings, restorative justice, and ways to improve maternity outcomes worldwide. We’re looking forward to a day of thought-provoking discussions and collaboration. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/epjdm_sg
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We are excited to be shortlisted for ‘Law Firm of the Year’ at The City AM Awards 2025 🌟 The awards recognise the very best companies and leaders in the UK, whether they’re based in the City or across the country. Thank you to City AM and Christian May for this recognition. Congratulations to all the finalists, we look forward to the ceremony on May 6th.
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A full house for our future of the LCIA event last night, with the newly appointed Director General, Kevin Nash. Kennedys partners Thomas Kendra and Karnan Thirupathy engaged Kevin in discussion on his first impression of his time in post at the LCIA; sectors and regions of focus; parallels with the SIAC and what he sees as future challenges. We were delighted to welcome our international arbitration teams from London, Paris, and Singapore, including Oleg Shaulko, Alexander Scard, Sarah Mather, Thomas Kendra, Karnan Thirupathy, and Kevin Tan, FCIArb. With a presence in the world’s leading arbitration hubs, Kennedys’ international arbitration practice advises clients across all sectors, under major institutional rules, and in key forums globally.
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🎥 Get ready for our global maternity indemnifiers conference!🩺 The global maternity indemnifiers conference is just around the corner on Wednesday 19 March! Hear from Christopher Malla, Global Head of Healthcare at Kennedys, as he shares more about what you can expect at the event. This conference will take place in our London office, with a virtual option for our global attendees. Don't miss out - register today to secure your spot! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/epjdm_sg
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How is AI reshaping insurance in 2025? Karim Derrick, Chief Products Officer at Kennedys IQ, joined the latest Insurance Post podcast to explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence in the insurance industry. Alongside an expert panel featuring Rory Yates from EIS, Paul O'Brien of Davies, Charles Clarke from Guidewire Software, and Ian Wrigglesworth from Hiscox, the group explored the exciting possibilities for AI in insurance, including how AI can swiftly transition from pilots to full-scale rollouts. The discussion also highlighted the opportunities and challenges AI presents for insurers, the growing concern of AI washing in insurtech, and how the industry is embracing this powerful technology despite the constraints of legacy systems. Get ahead of the curve, listen now: https://lnkd.in/er6Rxi77
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Our Singapore property and energy team members Mark Errington, Steven Graham and Claudia Lui will be attending the Asia Power Forum in Bangkok this week, with Kennedys pleased to be both a sponsor of the conference and a founding supporter of Asia Power Forum. Mark Errington, President of the APF, will be speaking at the forum, sharing his insights with fellow industry leaders. We look forward to connecting with you there! #APFBangkok2025 #EnergyTrends #EnergyTransition #KennedysAPAC
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