Estate Planning Services
Explore estate planning and administration services shaped around your family, your wishes and the decisions ahead.
Estate Planning Services
Protect your family’s wishes with considered estate planning, tailored to the needs of young families in Christchurch.
Wills for Parents
A will gives you a clear way to record how your assets should be distributed and who you would like to care for your children if you are no longer able to. We help you consider guardianship, executors and practical family needs, then prepare a will that reflects your instructions and circumstances.
Guardian Appointments
Choosing a guardian is one of the most personal decisions in a family estate plan. We explain how to document your wishes, discuss factors to consider when making an appointment, and help you keep your will aligned with your family’s circumstances. You can make a considered plan rather than leave an important choice unclear.
Family Trust Advice
A family trust may be appropriate for some families, but it is not the right answer for everyone. We discuss your objectives, explain the responsibilities involved and outline how a trust may fit within your broader estate plan. You receive advice grounded in your circumstances, with clear options for your next steps.
Powers of Attorney
An enduring power of attorney lets you appoint someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so. We help you understand the available appointment options, consider who is suitable, and prepare documents that reflect your wishes. Planning ahead can give your family clearer guidance during a difficult time.
Relationship Property Planning
Relationship property arrangements can affect what happens to assets during your lifetime and after death. We help you understand how an agreement may work alongside your will and wider estate planning. Advice is tailored to your relationship, property and family goals, so you can make informed decisions and document arrangements appropriately.
Estate Plan Reviews
A new child, a change in relationship, or a shift in your financial circumstances may mean your estate plan needs attention. We review your existing documents, identify areas that may no longer reflect your wishes, and explain practical options for updates. Regular reviews help keep your plans relevant as your family grows and changes.
Make a considered plan for your family
Talk through your wishes, questions and next steps with an estate lawyer serving young families in Christchurch.