What Protections Does the Land Title Act (BC) Offer Registered Property Owners? In British Columbia, the security and certainty of property ownership are underpinned by
Legal Title vs. Equitable Title in British Columbia Real Estate Transactions When buying or selling real estate in British Columbia, two key concepts frequently arise: legal
What You Need to Know: The New GST Rebate for First-Time Home Buyers in British Columbia Good news for first-time home buyers in British Columbia!
Employees in British Columbia are comprehensively protected from workplace harassment and discrimination through a robust framework of human rights legislation, occupational health and safety laws,
Can an Employer Reduce an Employee’s Wages or Hours Without Agreement in British Columbia? A frequent question in employment law, particularly in British Columbia, is
In British Columbia, when an employer terminates an employee’s employment without cause, they are legally obligated under the Employment Standards Act (ESA) to provide either
When Can an Employer Legally Terminate an Employee Without Cause in British Columbia? In British Columbia, employers generally retain the right to terminate an employee
What rights does an employee have during a probationary period? Many employment contracts in British Columbia include a probationary period, typically ranging from three to
What is the difference between an employee and an independent contractor? Understanding the fundamental distinction between an employee and an independent contractor is paramount for
In British Columbia, a will-maker (testator) has the crucial responsibility of appointing one or more executors in their will under the Wills, Estates and Succession
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.
