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FAQs on Estate Planning: Can I Name My Common-Law Partner as a Beneficiary?

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Estate planning is a deeply personal process, allowing you to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your passing. One common question that arises is whether you can name your common-law partner as a beneficiary in your will. In British Columbia, the answer is yes, but there are important considerations to […]

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FAQs on Estate Planning: Can You Disinherit Your Spouse or Children in British Columbia?

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Estate planning is a crucial aspect of ensuring that your wishes are honored after your passing. However, in British Columbia, the ability to disinherit a spouse or children is subject to specific legal constraints under the Wills, Estates and Succession Act (WESA). If you are considering this option, it’s essential to understand the legal landscape

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Examining How Marriage Breakdowns Influence Property Transfer Tax Exemptions

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The terrain of property transfer tax (PTT) in British Columbia, Canada, can seem like a maze, particularly for couples facing the emotional and logistical complexities of a marriage breakdown. However, amidst the intricate web of BC’s PTT laws lie exemptions that offer clarity and relief during this challenging time. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll unravel

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Nurturing Love Beyond a Lifetime: A Valentine’s Day Guide to Estate Planning for Couples

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Love is a journey that transcends time, and while Valentine’s Day celebrates the present, thoughtful gestures today can resonate into the future. One such gesture is estate planning for couples – a commitment to securing your shared legacy and ensuring the well-being of your loved ones. As you exchange tokens of affection this Valentine’s Day,

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How to Get a Divorce in BC as a Canadian Citizen Married in the Philippines

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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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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.

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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.

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