Meet Melanie

Strategic Partner

Melanie serves as the CEO and Head of the Family Law Department at CPK LAW. With a multidisciplinary background spanning family law, immigration and refugee law, civil litigation, entertainment law, and contract matters, she brings a strategic, practical, and client-focused perspective to every matter she handles.

Throughout her career, Melanie has supported individuals in navigating complex and high-stakes legal matters with clarity, confidence, and compassion. She approaches every matter with care, precision, and close attention to detail, ensuring that every file receives the time, preparation, and diligence it deserves. Her diverse experience enables her to effectively support clients across a broad range of legal issues, including those operating in creative and fast-paced industries.

Melanie oversees the firm's strategic operations, growth, and client experience. She is dedicated to delivering exceptional client service with professionalism, empathy, and integrity. She is committed to ensuring that each client feels heard, supported, and empowered while helping them work toward meaningful and lasting outcomes.


Expertise

  • Family Law (Decision-Making Responsibility, Parenting Time, Child and Spousal Support)

  • Separation, Divorce, and Property Division

  • Marriage Contracts, Cohabitation Agreements, and Separation Agreements

  • Contract Drafting, Review, and Negotiation

  • Civil Litigation (Defamation and Contract Disputes)

  • Entertainment Law (Music, Film, and Television)

  • Immigration and Refugee Law

  • Permanent Residence, Humanitarian and Compassionate Applications, and Refugee Claims

  • Judicial Reviews (Federal Court)

Education

  • Entertainment Law Certificate (OsgoodePD), 2023

  • LLB Honours (University of Birmingham), 2021

  • Bachelor of Arts, Criminology (Simon Fraser University), 2017

  • Police Studies Certificate (Simon Fraser University), 2017