Wills and EPAs

Protect your future

Retirement villages in New Zealand have become a popular option for senior living

however, there are important legal considerations that potential residents and their families need to understand before deciding to move into a retirement village.

HOW WE CAN HELP YOU

Aged care and retirement living transitions

We provide legal advice to help you make an informed choice and ensure that your transition is smooth.

Retirement village Occupation Right Agreements.

Retirement village contracts can be complex. We review and explain

the terms of your Occupation Right Agreement, ensuring you fully understand your rights and obligations before you commit.

Estate planning and wills

Make sure your assets are distributed according to your wishes.

Enduring powers of attorney:

Retirement villages require Enduring Powers of Attorney to be in place before moving into the village.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Specialised expertise. Our team of lawyers has deep experience in elder law and the legal intricacies of retirement village living.

Client-focused approach. We understand that each client has unique needs and circumstances. Our advice is always personalised and focused on your best interests.

Clear communication. We believe in making the legal process simple. We explain complex legal jargon in a way that's easy to understand.

5 Reasons you need a Will

Thousands of New Zealanders die each year without leaving a will, causing stress and uncertainty for family left behind. Here are five reasons you need a will

It can be expensive if you don’t have one

If you die and have assets over $40,000, your family will need to apply to the court to be able to sort out your estate and obtain probate if you have a will.

You have a KiwiSaver account

The average KiwiSaver account is worth $37,000.

You own property

Property owners need a will to ensure their families don’t need to apply for Letters of Administration and the property goes to the people they want it to.

You have kids

You can appoint a guardian who will have a say about major decisions about your child’s life if you are not around and make them.

You are in a relationship

If you’re in a second relationship or have children from different relationships, then you definitely need a will to ensure you partner and children are looked after in a way that you would like

What happens if I lose the ability to make decisions for myself?

Life can be uncertain, and there may come a time whether through illness or injury that you are unable to make decisions yourself. Therefore, it is important to plan ahead.

An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) enables you to appoint someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf, particularly if you are unable to do so yourself. These legal documents can protect your best interests and ensure you and your loved ones are being looked after.

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