Kennedys has a strong reputation as ‘simply the premier shipping firm in Ireland’ and is highly skilled in litigation relating to personal injury, collisions, cargo, salvage and damages, with an emphasis on acting for major insurers. The team’s offering in the transport sector also extends to high-profile aviation and road-related disputes. The ‘incredibly responsive’ Hugh Kennedy, who is renowned for his expertise in the maritime sector, leads the team. Andrew McGahey and Catherine Lyons are the key contacts for contentious aviation matters, including crew, cargo and passenger claims.
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Testimonials
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‘Full-service provider for transportation law - they know it all!’
‘They provide excellent advice that is tailored to meet the exact needs of the transportation and shipping industry.’
‘Hugh Kennedy was incredibly responsive and available whenever we needed him.’
‘Hugh Kennedy is one of the best maritime lawyers I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He's quick to reply, commercial and very cost effective.’
‘Simply the premier shipping firm in Ireland.’
‘Hugh Kennedy is personable, quick and good value. His advice is succinct, clear and well-informed. A delight to work with.’
Key clients
- Amlin
- British Marine P&I
- Brittany Ferries
- C H Robinson
- CLDN
- Etihad Airways
- Gard P&I
- Irish Ferries
- Irish International Freight Association
- Northern Marine Underwriters
- P&O Ferries
- Samskip
- Skuld P&I Club
- Standard P&I Club
- TUI Travel PLC
- WE Cox
- World Fuel Services
Work highlights
- Instructed by insurers to defend ship-owner COSCO Shipping Captive Insurance Co. following a collision between a COSCO vessel and a French fishing vessel off the coast of Ireland.
- Instructed by Shipowners P&I Club to defend a ferry company which has been erroneously accused of causing a personal injury aboard one of its vessels.
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Practice head
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Hugh Kennedy