A Will is one of the most important documents you’ll create in your lifetime. It ensures that your wishes are honored and provides clarity for your loved ones during a difficult time. However, simply drafting a Will is not enough—you must also review and update it regularly to ensure it remains relevant and effective. When […]
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If you die without a will in British Columbia, you are considered to have died “intestate.” The distribution of your estate will then be governed by the Wills, Estates and Succession Act (WESA). Here is an overview of what happens in such cases: Distribution of Assets The distribution of your assets will follow a specific
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On August 7, 2024, the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Vancouver hosted a special reception in honor of ASEAN Day. This event, marking the 57th anniversary of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), was a vibrant celebration of unity, diversity, and the shared values of the Southeast Asian community. Our founder
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Last Saturday, on June 8th, Northam Law had the privilege of participating in an insightful seminar hosted by Advisorly, and we extend our sincere gratitude to all who joined us for this enriching session! Our founder and lawyer, Melissa Briones, was among the esteemed speakers who shared invaluable expertise on essential topics such as estate
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Northam Law is a boutique law firm located in the beautiful Kitsilano neighbourhood of Vancouver.
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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.
