Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Cranbrook, BC
MZA Law has been serving the Cranbrook community and surrounding regions for over three decades. Our firm provides comprehensive legal solutions across multiple practice areas, including family law, corporate and commercial law, real estate, and municipal law. With a team of experienced attorneys, we combine deep local knowledge with a commitment to personalized service. Our lawyers have built reputations through years of dedicated practice, including roles in community leadership and professional organizations.We prioritize client needs while maintaining strong ties to the Kootenay region through sponsorships and civic engagement. The firm has evolved since its founding in the early 1990s, adapting to client needs while maintaining core values of integrity and excellence. Our practice spans both East and West Kootenays, offering accessible legal expertise to individuals and businesses alike.
Services
Family Law
Corporate Law
Real Estate Law
Will & Estates
Debt Collection
Municipal Law
Civil Litigation
Construction Law
Incorporations
Property Transfers
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of legal experience in Cranbrook and surrounding areas
- Our attorneys maintain active roles in local community development initiatives
- We provide specialized expertise across six core legal practice areas
- Our team includes former city council members and civic organization leaders
- We serve both East and West Kootenays with region-specific legal knowledge
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses separation, divorce, custody arrangements, and financial support matters. With decades of experience handling complex family disputes, we prioritize child welfare and equitable asset division. Our attorneys provide compassionate guidance through emotionally challenging legal processes while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Corporate Law
We provide comprehensive corporate legal services including business formation, contract drafting, and compliance management. Our attorneys assist with mergers, acquisitions, and ongoing corporate governance. Clients benefit from practical advice tailored to both local regulations and broader commercial requirements across multiple industries.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice covers residential and commercial transactions, title transfers, and mortgage arrangements. We handle property disputes, zoning issues, and development projects. With deep knowledge of regional land use regulations, we ensure smooth transactions while protecting client interests throughout the Kootenay region.
Will & Estates
We offer comprehensive estate planning services including will creation, trust establishment, and probate assistance. Our attorneys help clients protect assets and ensure proper distribution according to their wishes. We handle complex estates with sensitivity while maintaining compliance with evolving estate laws in British Columbia.
Debt Collection
Our debt collection services help businesses recover outstanding payments through legal channels. We handle both negotiation and litigation approaches while maintaining professional relationships. With experience in commercial debt recovery, we provide effective solutions while adhering to all applicable collection laws and ethical standards.
People
Ronald Miles
Partner
Ronald Miles has practiced law in Cranbrook since 1987, specializing in family law and general legal practice. He maintains active community involvement through local organizations and previously served on multiple civic boards. His legal career spans over three decades in the Kootenay region.
Ariane Brunet
Attorney
Ariane Brunet brings construction law and real estate expertise from Calgary practice experience. She served MZA Law until 2023, focusing on family law and civil litigation. Fluent in French, she previously competed in collegiate athletics and actively participates in local sports initiatives.
Kobus Van Wyk
Attorney
Kobus Van Wyk transitioned from South African legal practice to Canadian banking compliance before joining MZA Law. He specialized in construction law and estate planning until 2023. With international legal qualifications, he provides cross-border perspective to clients while maintaining active community involvement.
Questions
What legal services does MZA Law offer?
MZA Law provides family law, corporate law, real estate transactions, will and estate planning, municipal law, and debt collection services across East and West Kootenays.
Where is MZA Law located?
Our main office is at 828C Baker Street, Cranbrook, BC V1C 1A2, conveniently located downtown near the clock tower since September 2023.
How long has MZA Law been operating?
The firm has served the Kootenay region since the early 1990s, with individual attorneys maintaining decades of local legal practice experience.
Can I get help with property transactions?
Yes, our real estate law practice handles home purchases, sales, mortgages, and title transfers throughout the Kootenay region with experienced legal guidance.
What happens to existing client cases after the office move?
Ronald Miles remains at MZA Law to continue serving existing clients, while former attorneys have established new practices with transition arrangements for ongoing matters.
Reviews (2)
Allanah Gallus
Dec 06, 2019
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Ariane handled the selling of our home. She was very helpful throughout the process and knowledgeable when we had questions. I felt very well taken care of while using her legal services. She was prompt and timely with the transaction timelines. I highly recommend Ariane for legal services in the area. I will certainly use her again for future legal requirements.
Divya Laxmi
Oct 01, 2019
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Mr Ron Miles is exceptional. He helped me with my divorce case and advocated for me seamlessly making the entire experience so less complicated. I truly recommend him to anyone who is looking for the best lawyer in town and you will thank me later
