Atty. Patrick Michael Kennell
Patrick Kennell is a professional liability litigator and coverage lawyer, representing U.S. and London Market insurers and their insureds in courts throughout the U.S. in matters ranging from director and officer (D&O) breach of fiduciary duty actions, to professional negligence and breach of contract actions, to complex business disputes involving claims of fraud and conspiracy. He understands decision-makers - whether clients or judges - need clear and succinct communication of essential information.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 23+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Michael Kennell at a Glance
Patrick Michael Kennell is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Kaufman Dolowich LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (2003) and Connecticut United States Supreme Court United States Court of Appeals Second Circuit Ninth Circuit (2017). Educated at Syracuse University College of Law (J.D., 2002) and Eastern Illinois University (B.A., 1998). Active member of Professional Memberships •American Bar Association, Member •ABA Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section (TIPS), Member •Professional Liability Underwriting Society (PLUS), Member. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Michael Kennell
- Patrick Kennell is a professional liability litigator and coverage lawyer, representing U.S. and London Market insurers and their insureds in courts throughout the U.S. in matters ranging from director and officer (D&O) breach of fiduciary duty actions, to professional negligence and breach of contract actions, to complex business disputes involving claims of fraud and conspiracy
- He understands decision-makers - whether clients or judges - need clear and succinct communication of essential information
- He has defended companies and their directors and officers in actions brought by shareholders, lenders, and others in venues throughout the country, including lawsuits in Delaware Chancery and Superior Courts
- Mr. Kennell also advises insurers on D&O, E&O and environmental policy coverage issues, litigating those matters and trying them through jury verdict when necessary
- He has successfully litigated declaratory judgment, rescission and bad faith lawsuits in state and federal courts nationwide, on matters including professional services, prior knowledge and claims-made topics
- His clients encompass a variety of professions and classes of business, including management and fiduciary, ERISA-related professionals, investment funds, lawyers/law firms, architects and engineers, managed care and healthcare organizations, environmental consultants, real estate professionals, and technology specialists, and miscellaneous E&O
- Mr. Kennell’s background advising London Market insurers includes a secondment with a leading Lloyd’s of London syndicate, where he worked alongside the claims team and provided in-house legal advice on a broad range of professional indemnity and D&O issues
- He also helped the company design and implement e-discovery protocols for responding to electronically stored information demands in U.S. lawsuits
- Publications •Delaware Rulings Clarify Interpretation of ‘Related Claims’ Provisions in D&O Insurance Policies: Reuters Legal, authors Michael Zigelman, Patrick Kennell, Catherine Lyster •A Changing Boardroom Climate: Insurance Planning w/ ESG in Mind, Reuters, authors Michael Zigelman, Patrick Kennell, & Matthew Lee, Sept. 24, 2021 •Shuttered Courts Led to Increase in Settlements, Business Insurance, ft
- Patrick Kennell •3 Lessons From The Failed $54B Cigna-Anthem Merger, Law360, ft
- Patrick Kennell •Top exec with coronavirus a reportable event?
- It all depends, Business Insurance, ft
- Patrick Kennell •3 Things M&A Attys Need To Know About Delaware Law In 2018, Law360, ft
- Patrick Kennell •Four Years After Sandy, Storm Resilience Lags, Risk Management •2016 PLUS D&O Symposium Day One Recap, Advisen Front Page News, by Marc Voses and Patrick Kennell •The Calm Before the Next Storm: What Insurance Leaders Should Know About Resiliency News •Shuttered Courts Led to Increase in Settlements, Business Insurance, ft
- Patrick Kennell •Top exec with coronavirus a reportable event?
- It all depends, Business Insurance, ft
- Patrick Kennell Speaking Engagements •KDV Lunch and Learn: Legal Impact for Employers and Businesses in Today’s World: Legal Impact for Employers and Businesses in Today's World •2015 PLRB Claims Conference: D&O and E&O Coverage for HOA Board Members’ Liability
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick Michael Kennell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Michael Kennell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
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Real Estate Law in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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Insurance Law in New York
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Appellate Practice in New York
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Patrick Michael Kennell
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick Michael Kennell's practice in the field of business, real estate, litigation, insurance, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Michael Kennell brings 23+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and Connecticut United States Supreme Court United States Court of Appeals Second Circuit Ninth Circuit , Patrick Michael Kennell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and litigation, Patrick Michael Kennell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Patrick Michael Kennell attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Patrick Michael Kennell Handles in New York
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