Business Details
20 Years
experience
Expert Legal Solutions in Construction, Property & Family Law
Established in 2006, THEA Limited is a specialist legal practice serving clients in the construction sector, property industry, and family law matters. Our team combines deep sector knowledge with a commitment to commercial pragmatism, delivering tailored solutions for complex legal challenges. With practitioners admitted since 2000 or earlier, we bring extensive experience in contractual negotiations, dispute resolution, and mediation.Our approach prioritizes early intervention to prevent disputes escalating, while maintaining robust advocacy capabilities when required. We serve corporate developers, private individuals, and public bodies across London and internationally, including work with UK and Dubai government entities. Our practice is built on the principle that justice emerges from collaborative decision-making rather than adversarial processes.
Services
Contract Drafting
Adjudication Advocacy
Litigation Advocacy
Commercial Mediation
Family Mediation
Workplace Mediation
Property Law
Family Law
Conflict Resolution
Construction Disputes
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- SRA-regulated practice with solicitors admitted since 2000 or earlier
- Specialist expertise in construction contracts and property disputes
- Commercial mediation services led by accredited mediator Peter Webster
- Proven track record with public and private sector clients
- Integrated approach to contract drafting and dispute resolution
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Legal advice and guidance
Working focal point
Always responsive
Professional and efficient communicator
Calm and influential lead mediator
Services
Contract Drafting
We specialise in construction industry contracts, helping clients select and amend standard terms to optimise risk allocation. Our services include contract selection, risk analysis, procurement guidance, and strategic negotiation support. We work with technical consultants to ensure clear specification of works and provide ongoing risk management during project execution.
Adjudication Advocacy
Our adjudication services combine legal expertise with practical commercial understanding. We prepare and serve notices of adjudication, coordinate expert evidence, and draft submissions to adjudicators. We advise on jurisdictional challenges and enforce decisions through the Technology and Construction Court when necessary, while cautioning against premature adjudication.
Family Mediation
We facilitate amicable resolutions for separating couples through accredited mediation services. Our approach focuses on financial settlements, child arrangements, and property division. We offer MIAMs compliance, co-mediation with barristers, and tailored processes that may include direct advisor participation, supervised by family law specialists.
Commercial Mediation
Led by accredited mediator Peter Webster, we resolve construction, property, and commercial disputes through mediation. Our approach emphasizes relationship preservation and creative settlement solutions. We handle complex negotiations in construction contracts, landlord/tenant matters, and professional negligence claims, with a 90% success rate in achieving settlements.
Litigation Advocacy
We provide cost-effective litigation services in county courts, focusing on construction disputes, property claims, and family matters. Our approach prioritises early case analysis to avoid unnecessary escalation, with experienced advocacy at hearings. We specialise in managing multi-party disputes and cost recovery strategies.
People
Peter Webster
Principal Solicitor & Mediator
Admitted in 2000 with extensive experience in construction law, family mediation, and commercial disputes. Formerly at City firms, now leading THEA Limited's mediation practice. Supervised by FLIP's Ruth Smallacombe.
Anna Rabin
Solicitor
Experienced legal practitioner admitted in 2000, specialising in property law and construction contracts. Provides expert advice on commercial property transactions and leasehold matters.
Kate Gould
Solicitor
Qualified solicitor with expertise in family law and property disputes. Handles complex financial settlements and child custody arrangements with a client-focused approach.
Courtenay Barklem
Consultant
Former solicitor now practicing as a barrister, providing specialist legal opinions on complex construction and property matters. Contributes technical expertise to THEA's advisory services.
Polly Jackman
Solicitor
Joined in 2020, focusing on residential property transactions and family law. Brings fresh perspective to contract negotiations and mediation processes.
Questions
What areas of law does THEA Limited specialise in?
We specialise in construction law, property transactions, and family law, with additional expertise in commercial mediation and dispute resolution.
How does THEA Limited approach dispute resolution?
We prioritise mediation and negotiation to resolve disputes amicably, using adjudication or litigation only when necessary to protect client interests.
Are your mediation services legally binding?
Mediation agreements become binding when formalised in a settlement agreement. We ensure all mediated outcomes comply with legal requirements.
Do you handle international cases?
Yes, we work with clients on construction and property matters involving UK and Dubai government contracts, among other international projects.
What accreditations does THEA Limited hold?
We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 463029) and our mediators hold professional mediation accreditations.
