Construction & Infrastructure, Security of Payment, Energy & Resources, Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Thomas works in the Construction team at Thomson Geer. He has more than ten years' experience in the building and construction, mining, civil works and energy and resources industries.
Thomas has market-leading experience in security of payment legislation across all jurisdictions. He has acted for claimants and respondents in all aspects of the various security of payment regimes in over 125 adjudications.
Clients regard Thomas as a pragmatic adviser whose technical advice is delivered alongside an understanding of the unique commercial pressures and drivers affecting transactions in the construction industry. In addition, Thomas has provided advice in relation to a range of construction and building licensing and compliance issues including for domestic and international clients.
Thomas is also at the forefront of advising and educating in relation to changes to building and construction law in Queensland and is a leading resource in relation to matters arising under the Building and Construction Legislation (Non-conforming Building Products— Chain of Responsibility and Other Matters) Amendment Act 2017 and the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment Act) 2017.