When you buy property in British Columbia with another person—whether it’s a spouse, a business partner, or a family member—you have to make a critical legal decision: how will you hold the title? In BC, co-owners generally take title in one of two ways: as Joint Tenants or as Tenants-in-Common. While these terms sound similar, […]
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A title search is the cornerstone of due diligence in any British Columbia real estate transaction. Obtained from the Land Title and Survey Authority (LTSA), this document is more than just a confirmation of ownership—it is a comprehensive roadmap of the legal interests that benefit or burden a property. Whether you are purchasing a family
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In the high-stakes world of real estate, issues sometimes arise that cannot be fully resolved by the closing date. Rather than delaying the entire transaction, parties often use a holdback—a portion of the sale proceeds withheld in trust and released only when specific conditions are met. In British Columbia, holdbacks are a vital tool for
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Melissa has 8+ years of combined Commercial, Business and Contract Law experience as In-House Counsel in manufacturing, health, real estate development, and broadcast communication industries. She is instrumental in developing strategies to minimize legal risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
She has 6+ years of Human Resources Management experience and a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation. Her practice includes Family Law, Civil Litigation, Wills & Estates and Real Estate & Conveyancing.
For fun, she visits ancient sites and ruins and belts out popular Broadway tunes.
Northam Law is a boutique law firm offering advisory services in Real Estate Law and Conveyancing, Business Law, and Human Resources. Our practice areas also include Wills & Estates and Family Law. Notarization services are also available.
