Global law firm Kennedys has recruited a leading construction and insurance specialist to join its London team.
Paul Lowe, formerly a partner at Weightmans, is experienced in all insurance matters relating to the construction industry including on both policy coverage and defence.
A passionate advocate for improving standards within construction, he has been appointed to advise the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities in connection with its building safety remediation programme and the development of the Building Safety Bill.
He is also a member of several industry forums including the professional conduct panel of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).
Classics graduate Paul completed his training at RPC, where he qualified in 2009. He moved to Weightmans’ London office the following year, where he remained until this month.
Paul regularly advises on cases against a wide range of construction professionals and contractors including architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, project managers and approved building inspectors. He has particular expertise in managing high value, technical, multi-party disputes.
He has co-founded three groups made up of senior figures from across the construction and insurance sectors, aimed at promoting collaboration, and is also a member of the Society of Construction Law (SCL) and the Technology and Construction Solicitors’ Association (TECSA).
Speaking of his move, Paul said: 'My focus on the UK insurance market, and specifically the professional indemnity construction sector, means a firm the size and scope of Kennedys was the perfect fit.'
Jeremy Riley, partner and head of professional liability at Kennedys, added: 'Paul is well-known and highly respected across the industry, not only for his expertise but for his genuine passion and commitment to driving up standards and improving building safety. I am delighted to welcome him to Kennedys, and I know he will be a real asset to the team.'
