Profile

Danny is a Partner in Kennedys’ London office and the Commercial Disputes team. 

He acts for international conglomerates, domestic companies, insurers and ultra-high net worth individuals.

Danny’s practice covers all forms of commercial dispute resolution across a wide range of industries and sectors, often with an international or cross-border dimension.  Danny has extensive experience in (but not limited to) contractual disputes, shareholder disputes, intellectual property disputes, defamation and breaches of confidence claims.  He is also an accredited mediator.

Danny’s insurance practice consists of handling property damage and product liability claims.  He also advises on complex coverage issues and professional negligence disputes.

Danny co-leads the Kennedys’ Israel desk in London. Offering a “one-stop service” and working alongside Kennedys’ Israel office, Danny assists the firm’s UK and international clients on legal matters arising in Israel, as well as supporting Israeli clients requiring assistance in the UK.

Danny Steel has an excellent feel for the best course to victory.

Qualifications and admissions

  • Qualified as a Solicitor in England and Wales in 2009
  • Masters in Sports Law
  • Accredited Mediator

Market recognition

  • Recommended lawyer for 'Commercial litigation: mid-market (London)'
    The Legal 500 UK 2024
  • Recommended lawyer for 'Commercial litigation: mid-market (London)'
    "Danny Steel has an excellent feel for the best course to victory".
    The Legal 500 UK 2023
  • Recommended lawyer for 'Commercial litigation: mid-market (London)'
    "The commercial disputes work of recently promoted partner Danny Steel frequently has international elements."
    The Legal 500 UK 2022
  • Recommended lawyer for 'Dispute resolution (London)'
    “Danny Steel – Even though only newly promoted to the partnership, he has had the cool, calm air of a highly experienced partner for a long time. An absolute pleasure to work with, and a nightmare to be against!”
    The Legal 500 UK 2021