Melissa Hiemstra
Paralegal – Estate Administration
With over 12 years of experience in Estate Administration law, Melissa is a highly skilled paralegal known for her sharp mind and compassionate client support. As the manager of a team of professionals, she plays a key leadership role—mentoring staff, streamlining workflows, and fostering a collaborative, positive work environment where growth and accountability are valued.
Melissa stays at the forefront of the legal field by continuously adapting to changes in legislation, legal practices, and emerging technologies. She actively integrates tools to improve efficiency and client service, while also ensuring the team remains informed and compliant with current legal standards.
A firm believer in strong communication, continuous improvement, and professional development, Melissa takes pride in building a motivated team that delivers consistent, high-quality service to clients navigating the complexities of estate administration.
Melissa provides advice and support for all matters relating to Estate Administration. Her file work includes preparing complex court applications for Grants of Probate and Grants of Administration, liquidation of various Estate assets, estate accounting, managing complex distributions of varied asset types to multiple beneficiaries, various transactions involving real estate and corporate holdings, and assisting with Estate settlements and dispute resolutions. Her responsibilities also extend to liaising with other professionals such as accountants to address estate tax matters and ensure accurate financial reporting.
Melissa remains dedicated to utilizing her expertise and leadership to further enhance the firm’s estate administration services, ensuring clients in Chilliwack, surrounding areas and around the world, receive the highest level of professional and personalized assistance.