💡 What makes a workplace truly thrive? In our latest video, our people share their stories—from unlocking professional growth to achieving work-life harmony. Discover how we’ve built a culture that puts our team first, where every voice matters, and every individual feels valued. Watch now to see what sets us apart!
Our Mexico City office is growing with the addition of two seasoned attorneys, Enrique Avila del Castillo and Alfonso Loera, who bring over 20 years of experience in litigation, re/insurance, cross-border transactions, and large-scale commercial operations. Under the leadership of our new LATAM Regional Managing Partner, Michael Hennessy, we're strengthening our services to better serve our clients across the region. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/etHiX7PY
What makes Kennedys special? We asked our employees, and their answers highlight our approachable culture, commitment to personal growth, and the value we place on our people. At Kennedys, our team is at the heart of everything we do. Interested in joining us? Explore our vacancies here: https://lnkd.in/gj_AQ9fX.
Volunteering through Kennedys' Thrive Together volunteer programme enhances team cohesion, improves wellbeing and fulfils our employees' need for social connection. One volunteer recently shared - "Volunteering was a very fulfilling experience that helped me connect not only with my team, but the local community too. I would love the opportunity for us to help out again and help more of those in need as we have the resources to do so." Here from Paulina Nabažaité about how employees can get involved in our initiatives and make a difference.
We are pleased to announce the appointment of John Bruce as the firm’s new Senior Partner, effective 25 January 2025. John brings a wealth of global legal expertise, having previously led the firm's global Financial Lines practice, and is a member of our Executive Group. This ushers in a new start to the leadership at Kennedys, following the appointment of Meg Catalano as our Global Managing Partner in November. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eV-BnTHq
Congratulations to our Australian and Singapore insurance and shipping teams for being recognised amongst the leading law firms in Australia and Singapore in the latest Chambers Asia-Pacific rankings. For insurance, we maintain our Band 1 position in Singapore and Band 2 in Australia, while our Singapore marine team has moved up to Band 2 for Shipping: International: Litigation. Well done also to our individually ranked lawyers: Julian Wallace, Mark Errington, Anita Quy, Nicole Wearne, Matt Andrews, Chris Finn, Penny Taylor, Nick Francis, Karnan Thirupathy, Jonathan Wyatt and Peter Craney. For our full rankings visit: https://lnkd.in/gJmwCmER
We have been recognised as 'a global legal powerhouse' in Law360 Pulse’s Global Leaders rankings, securing the 28th spot amongst the world’s leading firms. Firms were evaluated on financial performance, global network and international bench strength, with Kennedys ranked: 🌟 13th for our global network 🌟 16th for our global bench strength This achievement reflects the depth, breadth, and strength of our international presence and highlights our ability to anticipate and adapt to the evolving needs of our clients in an increasingly interconnected world.
Following our recent announcement of Meg Catalano as Global Managing Partner, our second consecutive woman in the role, we have disclosed our progress against our female partnership target in our newly published Responsible Business report. 36% of our partners globally are women, bringing us closer to our target of 40% female partnership by 2030. Learn more in our report: https://lnkd.in/ey3kxZh6
What makes Kennedys truly unique? Our people. Watch as our colleagues share what Kennedys' culture means to them—collaboration, innovation, and a strong sense of community. If you’re ready to join a global team where values drive success, explore our current opportunities and discover your future with Kennedys. https://lnkd.in/gj_AQ9fX
We are thrilled to welcome partner Thomas Kendra to our Paris office. Thomas joins as one of the lead partners in our growing commercial and investment arbitration practice, and will work as part of the leadership team across various jurisdictions on developing the offering. Thomas has specialised in international arbitration for over twenty years, acting for multinational companies in commercial arbitrations under all the major rules and institutions, and for both Nation States and investors in investment treaty arbitrations. Welcome to Kennedys, Thomas! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ebhiddAN
