Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in New Westminster
NW Notaries + Lawyers has served the New Westminster community for over three decades, evolving from New Westminster Notary Public into a modern legal practice. Founded in 1986, we relocated to a contemporary office in Royal City Centre while maintaining our commitment to accessible, client-focused service. Led by Managing Lawyer and Notary Angie Brar, our team specializes in real estate conveyancing, mortgage refinancing, estate planning, and notarial services.We prioritize efficiency through paperless processes and client education, offering hospital, home, and office visits for convenience. With a legacy of trust and a focus on community partnerships, we ensure legal transactions are transparent, thorough, and tailored to individual needs.
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Mortgage Refinancing
Estate Planning
Wills
Enduring Power of Attorney
Representation Agreements
Notarizations
Home Visits
Property Transfer Tax
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 34 years of trusted legal service in New Westminster
- Licensed lawyer and notary leading a dedicated team
- Paperless processes for efficient, eco-friendly transactions
- Thorough title reviews with triple-check accuracy
- Flexible hospital, home, and office visit options
What people say
Courteous and professional
Efficient professionalism
Made the process simple
Prompt and meticulous
Streamlined process
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Our team ensures seamless property transfers through meticulous title reviews and triple-check accuracy. We handle purchase, sale, and refinancing transactions while providing pre-appointment document previews. Clients receive clear guidance on property transfer tax calculations and first-time homebuyer requirements, with dedicated support for complex multi-jurisdictional cases.
Estate Planning
We create customized wills, executor appointments, and guardianship designations to protect your assets and family. Our process includes document review sessions and executor education. We emphasize clarity in beneficiary designations and provide alternate planning options to ensure your wishes are honored without legal complications.
Notarizations
We authenticate affidavits, statutory declarations, and travel documents with precision. Our services include ICBC forms, insurance proofs, and probate document certification. Clients benefit from clear explanations of document requirements and electronic verification options for modern convenience.
Enduring Power of Attorney
We draft legally binding documents appointing financial representatives while clarifying limitations. Our guidance covers incapacity planning, attorney responsibilities, and BC-specific regulations. Clients receive comprehensive explanations of document scope and revocation procedures to ensure informed decision-making.
Representation Agreements
We prepare section 7 and section 9 agreements for healthcare decision-making. Our services distinguish between financial and healthcare authorities while addressing minor children's care provisions. Clients receive detailed explanations of monitor roles and document implementation procedures for future healthcare scenarios.
People
Angie Brar
Managing Lawyer + Notary
Licensed BC lawyer and notary with expertise in real estate and estate planning. Leads the practice with a focus on modern efficiency and community service. Specializes in client education and transactional clarity.
Shelly Ram
Senior Conveyancer
Experienced legal professional handling complex real estate transactions. Provides detailed title reviews and client support. Known for thoroughness in property transfer tax calculations and document preparation.
Abi Rodriguez
Notarial Assistant
Supports notary services with attention to document accuracy. Assists in estate planning document preparation and client communication. Maintains focus on procedural clarity and client comfort.
Questions
Can my Notary prepare my Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA)?
Yes, our notaries can create legally binding EPOA documents specifying financial authority while clarifying limitations regarding healthcare decisions.
What happens during a real estate transaction?
We conduct title searches, review adjustments, and provide document previews. The process includes mortgage statement verification and final in-person signing meetings.
Do you offer home visits for legal services?
Yes, we provide hospital, home, and office visits for document signing and consultations while maintaining full service capabilities outside office hours.
How does property transfer tax calculation work?
PTT is 1% on the first $200,000 and 2% beyond, with our calculator providing exact figures. We handle first-time buyer status verification and municipal requirements.
Can I create a will with a notary?
Yes, we draft valid wills including executor appointments, beneficiary designations, and guardian provisions through a two-appointment process with document review intervals.
What's the difference between joint tenancy and tenants in common?
Joint tenancy automatically transfers ownership upon death, while tenants in common allows unequal shares with estate distribution through wills.
