She joins the firm from Mills & Reeve in London where she was a Principal Associate.
Ms Kennedy-Smith has 14 years’ experience; eight in Guernsey and six in London working with HNW individuals, trust companies, family offices, accountants and IFAs, advising internationally mobile families on trusts, succession, next generation planning and tax.
John Lewis, Managing Partner of Mourant Guernsey, said: “This is a very important appointment for the firm and once again demonstrates the calibre of lawyer that the Mourant Guernsey office can attract from major UK national law firms.”
Ms Kennedy-Smith said she was pleased to be joining such a reputable team.
“Mourant has a successful International Trusts and Private Client practice that for many years has set the standard for other law firms in Guernsey,” she said.
“The team has an exceptional reputation and industry focus, and I very much look forward to contributing to the firm’s renewed growth.”