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 six months, designed to allow both the employer and the employee to assess the suitability of the employment relationship. However, it’s a common misconception that employees have no rights during […]
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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 the minimum standards for employment, governing aspects like hours, overtime, and termination, and both employers and employees must adhere to these regulations. The ESA defines standard hours as 8 hours
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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.
