Our Team
Peta Whyte
Director
Peta Whyte is the managing director of Supreme Settlements, formerly Iolanda Raffa. Peta has practiced law for over 25 years.
Peta provides legal advice to clients particularly in the areas of complex bank transaction, lending, finance, commercial leasing, property, sale agreements, development agreements, shareholders agreements and estate planning. Peta also takes a “hands on” role in overseeing the conveyancing practice area of the firm. CWS Lawyers act for a number of Perth’s leading developers of land and off the plan apartments as well as undertaking commercial, business, farming and residential sale settlements.
Peta is a member of the Law Society Property Committee and has an extensive knowledge of property matters in Western Australia.
Peta is also a member of the Joint Form of General Conditions Committee for the Law Society and is the Law Society representative in the Office of State Revenue Liaison Committee.
Patrick Whyte
Director
Patrick Whyte is a director of CWS Lawyers.
With his expertise as a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA), Patrick is responsible for managing the financial aspects of the firm. With his comprehensive understanding of finance, accounting, and business practices, Patrick brings valuable insights to the team.
Within CWS Lawyers, Patrick’s primary focus lies in effectively managing the financial operations of the firm. He leverages his financial acumen to ensure the smooth functioning of the firm’s financial processes, optimising efficiency and facilitating the provision of exceptional legal services to clients.
Jo Heath
Senior Conveyancer
Jo is the newest member of our team and brings with her a wealth of conveyancing and banking experience. Jo began her career in the conveyancing industry in 1993 at a law firm in the Perth CBD. In this role, she was responsible for conducting all aspects of residential and commercial transactions. Jo also spent time in the Banking and Finance division handling mortgage preparation and the settlement of bank transactions. With her banking knowledge and 16 years of conveyancing experience, Jo is persistent in overcoming any hurdles relating to any given settlement. In 2007 Jo was nominated for the Dorothy Peacock Award, which recognises individuals in the conveyancing industry who have made a significant contribution to their profession and industry. With her broad knowledge and understanding of the conveyancing industry Jo is a valued addition to the team.
Denise Harwood
Senior Conveyancer
After 20 years with BankWest, 5 of those in Conveyancing, Denise has joined our team as Senior Conveyancer. Denise’s vast experience in the Bank Industry is a huge value to our team, assisting a smooth transition for client’s settlement.