Tessa is an experienced Senior Case Handler in our Dispute Resolution team.  With over 30 years’ experience in Dispute Resolution, Tessa has a vast experience of dealing with matters from pre-action through to trial and/or settlement, is commercially minded and offers pragmatic and cost-effective solutions to disputes.

Specialising in civil and commercial litigation matters, Tessa advises clients on: 

•    Residential property litigation
•    Debt recovery proceedings
•    Boundary and rights of way disputes
•    Landlord and tenant disputes
•    TOLATA claims
•    Contract disputes
•    Building disputes
•    Subsidence 
•    Professional negligence claims
•    Defamation

Tessa is commercially minded and offers pragmatic and cost-effective solutions.  She is passionate about providing high-quality legal advice and is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. 

Outside of work Tessa is the Chair of Phoenix Business Club which offers a variety of  events across the regions giving an opportunity to expand your network and supports local hospitality as well as raising money for local charities.  

Tessa was also the proud winner of the Phoenix Business Club Lifetime Achievement Award 2023 and won Networker of the Year 2024 at the Ladies First Awards.

She is a keen gardener and enjoys spending time with her two dogs on long walks in the countryside.  She also enjoys travelling and is working through her bucket list of destinations to visit.