Dividing Property After a Common-Law Relationship Ends in British Columbia When a common-law relationship in British Columbia comes to an end, the division of property
Severing Joint Tenancy in British Columbia: Methods and Estate Implications In British Columbia, joint tenancy is a common form of property co-ownership where two or
Can an Employee in BC Be Fired for Refusing to Work Overtime? What Are Their Rights? In British Columbia, the Employment Standards Act (ESA) sets
What Happens if a Buyer Backs Out After Removing Conditions in a BC Real Estate Transaction? In British Columbia, a residential real estate purchase agreement
Can a Spouse Be Held Responsible for the Other Partner’s Personal Debt After Separation in BC? The division of debt following a separation in British
Do Common-Law Couples Have the Same Property Rights as Married Couples in BC? In British Columbia, many couples choose to live together in committed, marriage-like
In British Columbia, spousal support (sometimes called “alimony”) is not automatic. Whether a spouse is entitled to support, and for how long, depends on a
When a spousal relationship ends, the division of property and debt is governed by the Family Law Act. The Act applies to both married spouses and
Do I Need a Lawyer to Get a Divorce in British Columbia? Ending a marriage can be overwhelming and emotional. A common question in British
When a relationship breaks down, many couples in British Columbia wonder whether they need to be “legally separated” before they can get a divorce. While
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.
