About us

We are a responsive small solicitors firm ready to assist you.

Our Story

The firm was founded by Tim Tiverton after he had spent a decade advising businesses of all sizes on their commercial and business needs. Having spent much time in the UK and Europe, he realised that there was little support offered to small and medium-sized UK enterprises at an affordable price with an approach that was sympathetic to their needs and realities that they faced.

Alice Tranter also spent time in industry advising corporates of all sizes and wanted to ensure that private individuals could also access the same high-quality legal support that was often out of reach to all but private business.

Together, they then formed Tiverton & Co Solicitors with a focus in Surbiton, which lacked the niche, affordable, responsive and friendly high street law firm that they wished to offer.

Our clients benefit from a unique relationship with us where they can be assured that they will always speak to the same person, who will always remember them and their case, and will always receive advice that is tailored to both them, and their personal needs.

Tim Tiverton

Solicitor & Advocate

LLB, Solicitor, Higher Court Advocate in Criminal Proceedings.

Tim Tiverton

Work areas: Corporate Immigration, Commercial, Company, Dispute resolution, Employment, Wills and Probate, Criminal – Motoring Offences,

Tim Tiverton first qualified as a Solicitor in 1993 and spent almost a decade in private practice, including much of his time as an advocate in both the Magistrates and County Courts in the South West of England.

Tim then gained his Higher Court Rights of Audience and prosecuted for the Criminal Prosecution Service (CPS) for a number of years until deciding to go into industry. Tim has advised both international corporates and micro-sized companies on all aspects of company and commercial law including commercial contracts, employment law, corporate immigration, labour law, trade between the UK and the EU and the litigious aspects of these areas including at employment tribunals. Tim is an experienced advocate and is pleased to offer clients a ‘dual service’ when it comes to dispute resolution so he can act throughout the process.

In his spare time, Tim enjoys renovating his home and anything ‘DIY’. Tim is also a keen member of the Surbiton Business Community and is passionate about improving Surbiton High Street and Kingston Town Centre.

Alice Tranter

Solicitor

FCILEX, SQE

Alice Tranter

Work areas: Business and Commercial, Company, Civil Litigation (excluding Personal Injury), Employment, Private Client, Wills and Probate.

Alice Tranter began her legal career in the Houses of Parliament and soon after joined industry advising on labour law, employment law and the legal aspects of the UK’s exit from the EU.

Alice left industry and to qualify as a lawyer. She gained her Chartered Legal Executive status from CILEx, specialising in Wills and the Administration of Estates and Probate, Equity and Trusts and Company and Partnership Law. Since qualifying through CILEx, Alice is also qualified as a Solicitor. She takes particular interest in contested probate matters, disputes regarding co-ownership of property and civil disputes.

Alice was born in Kingston-upon-Thames and enjoys spending time in nearby Richmond and Bushy Park walking her miniature cockapoo, Tilly. In her free time, Alice loves going to the Opera and theatre.

Roman Tabassum

Immigration Lawyer

Registered Foreign Lawyer (England and Wales) & OISC (Level 1) accredited Immigration Advisor

Roman Tabassum

Work areas: Corporate and Business Immigration, including Sponsor Licence Applications, Skilled Worker Visa Applications, and Business Migration under the Points-Based System (PBS).

Roman is a Registered Foreign Lawyer (England and Wales) and an OISC (Level 1) accredited Immigration Advisor, renowned for providing bespoke immigration solutions to corporate clients. Specialising in UK immigration law, Roman excels in Sponsor Licence applications, Skilled Worker Visa applications, and business migration under the Points-Based System (PBS).

With over 20 years of experience in UK immigration law, Roman has worked with both high-street and top-tier immigration firms, bringing exceptional knowledge and expertise to his clients.

Specialises in Corporate and Business Immigration.

Roman is committed to continuous self-improvement and skill enhancement, ensuring he remains at the forefront of his field. Every day, he works diligently to better himself and his skills, continually striving to excel in his profession.

Exceptional knowledge and experience with Sponsor Licence applications, Skilled worker Visa applications, Start-Up Visas, Innovator Visas and Global Talent Visas.

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Paula McGeown

Immigration & Commercial Solicitor

Paula McGeown

Work areas: Immigration and Commercial Law

With a background in immigration and commercial law, Paula can assist with business needs for all UK employers.

Paula can assist UK business with:

Global Talent visas
Skilled worker visas
Global Mobility visas,
Business expansion into the UK.
Advice and guidance on cross border business and relationships.

Why choose us?

Tiverton & Co have a unique approach. We don’t just act for our clients, we know them. Numerous clients have been with us for many years and our relationship, whilst professional, is also personal. With the benefit of knowing that you will always speak to the same person, we can provide advice that is always unique to your own circumstances and personal to you.

Our service will always aim to achieve the best outcome possible, and our advice will always be both supportive and realistic. We are persistent and committed to our clients. Our relationship with you is not simply a single transaction to us, instead we aim to form a long-standing rapport with our clients.

Supporting our local community

Tiverton & Co offer tailored pro-bono legal advice surgeries via a range of local small business support groups. We also act for non-profit organisations locally and are always willing to support the local community in any way we can.

Client testimonials

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Tim recently acted as my solicitor and advocate to defend me in Court. Tim’s support was priceless, not just because of his excellent and convincing performance in court, but because of his reassuring demeanour and the confidence it gave me knowing that I had someone experienced speaking for me. The Court staff were also highly appreciative that we had prepared our case and evidence and presented it so professionally. This makes a tremendous difference. I highly recommend Tiverton & Co Solicitors.

David Randall / Private Client and Small Business Owner

Ryobi have relied upon Tiverton & Co Solicitors for immigration advice and support and have always found their counsel to be timely and tailored to our specific needs. As a global business with a mobile workforce, we regularly host overseas workers, sometimes with little warning, which can be complicated. We have developed a close relationship with Tiverton Law and this translates into an in-depth understanding of our business and needs.

Gwyneth Evans / HR Manager – Ryobi Aluminium Casting UK

I instructed Tiverton & Co Solicitors after my new home developed problems that the seller had not informed me about. It was a very worrying and stressful time, but Tiverton & Co Solicitors were understanding and supportive, and as a result of their knowledgeable approach, a settlement was eventually reached that allowed me to correct the problems. Their service was excellent and reassuring and they took time to explain the complex issues in language that I could understand.

Hilary Douglas / Private Client

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