Ending a marriage is often a complex and emotional process, made even more complicated when the marriage took place in another country. If you’re a Canadian citizen residing in British Columbia and married in the Philippines, you may be wondering how to initiate the divorce process. This blog post aims to guide you through the
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Canada is renowned worldwide for its picturesque landscapes, multicultural cities, and welcoming attitude toward visitors. If you’re a resident or citizen and are looking forward to inviting your family to visit, you’ll need to draft a letter of invitation. This document can play a crucial role in your family’s visitor visa application process. For best
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Separation agreements and child custody arrangements are critical aspects of the divorce process in British Columbia (BC). However, these can often become complex and contentious issues. Here’s what you need to know when dealing with uncooperative parties, child support issues, and pursuing sole custody. What to Do If the Other Party Is Uncooperative in Signing
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If you are considering filing for divorce in British Columbia (BC), it’s important to understand the legal requirements and processes involved. This post outlines the grounds for divorce, and the key areas you need to agree upon or let the court decide. Grounds for Divorce In BC, divorce is granted based on the principle of
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In British Columbia, family law proceedings are grounded in an overarching principle: the “best interest of the child.” The well-being and safety of a child should always be the primary consideration in any decision-making process involving them. This guiding principle manifests itself in several ways during child custody considerations. Prioritizing a Child’s Needs The court
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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.
