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Business Succession Planning in British Columbia: Preparing for the Unexpected

For many British Columbia business owners, the company represents years of work and personal investment. Yet succession is often left until retirement—or until illness, incapacity, or death forces urgent decisions. A clear, coordinated plan protects the business, the people who rely on it, and the value you have built. Why planning matters in B.C. Succession […]

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Understanding the Differences: A Will, an Advance Directive, and a Trust in British Columbia

Estate and incapacity planning can be confusing, especially with so many legal terms and documents to understand. Three of the most fundamental instruments in British Columbia—a will, an advance directive, and a trust—are often discussed together, but they each serve a distinct and important purpose. Understanding the differences between them is crucial for creating a

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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 corporation

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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