William K. Kennedy
Partner
Buffalo
Practice Areas
Insurance Defense
Personal Injury
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About Me
A huge fan of Shakespeare in Delaware Park, William Kennedy knows that when it comes to his clients, the last thing they want is drama. That's why he takes a thoughtful, strategic approach to each case in his practice, working closely with his clients to achieve anticipated results. For more than 32 years, William has been litigating personal injury actions, primarily involving premises, products, motor vehicles — including trucking and motorsports — and construction site accidents. This experience allows him to obtain cost-effective and desirable outcomes for his clients whether through early resolution, motion practice, trial, appeal, arbitration, or mediation.
Credentials & Achievements
Education:
University at Buffalo School of Law, JD
Niagara University, BA History, magna cum laude
Admissions:
New York
United States District Courts for the Western and Northern Districts of New York
Achievements:
The Best Lawyers in America®, 2025-2026
Upstate New York Super Lawyers, 2017–2025
Professional Focus
Capabilities:
Over 30 years of experience litigating all types of personal injury claims including:
- New York State Labor Law
- Motor vehicle
- Premises liability
- Product liability
- Wrongful Death
Industries Served:
- Insurance
- Construction & Real Estate
- Transportation & Aerospace
- Advanced Manufacturing & Materials
Affiliations
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Defense Trial Lawyers Association of WNY, Board of Directors, Past Vice President, Past President, and Current Emeritus
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Erie County Bar Association
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St. Vincent DePaul Society, St. Mary’s Church
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Shakespeare in Delaware Park, Board of Directors
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University at Buffalo Law Alumni Association









