Wills, trusts, estates and asset planning with Dunedin based Jenny Beck Law
At Jenny Beck Law our team of dedicated lawyers assist individuals and families looking to plan for the future, protect their assets, and to ensure their wishes are carried out after passing.
We understand this can be a difficult and stressful time, our compassionate team is available to make it as easy and straightforward as possible. Everyone’s situation is different, and we tailor our advice accordingly to ensure our clients achieve peace of mind and security for themselves and their loved ones.
Contact us to book a consultation with one of our team.
The importance of having an up to date will
To ensure your wishes are recorded and properly carried out it is important that you have a valid and current will in place. We can assist in advising you how best to meet your needs and wishes for your assets after you pass. Avoid any stress or uncertainty by our experienced lawyers preparing a will that accurately records your intentions and is legally binding. We will also ensure your will is robust and well protected from any claims or disputes in the future.
If your situation is more complex and requires some thoughtful planning, we are well versed in a variety of solutions. You can receive advice from one of our experience lawyers and ensure you have a personalised, secure and effective succession plan in place.
Professional estate administration services
At Jenny Beck Law, we are well versed in managing the process of administering an estate to ensure it is as efficient, straightforward and cost-effective as possible. We can assist executors to carry out their duties and responsibilities. We can also assist in the estate management itself and distributions to beneficiaries.
In the estate administration process, there will often be conveyancing transactions required. Whether it be joint asset transmission, transfer of property to beneficiaries or sale of property held by an estate, our conveyancing team works closely with the estate team to ensure these transactions take place smoothly and quickly. At Jenny Beck Law we are equipped to deal with all aspects of estate planning, there is no need to engage with multiple legal professionals.
Talk to Jenny Beck Law first for wills, trusts, estates and asset planning
Our services include:
- Advising on and preparing wills
- Determining assets and liabilities of the estate
- Trust establishment and management
- Estate administration including: applying for probate or letters of administration, dispute resolution, conveyancing transactions, attending to distribution to beneficiaries, and any other assistance as required.
- Estate litigation including will contests, Family Protection Act claims, trust disputes and more
- Estate planning reviews or updates
The Grant of Probate is issued by the High Court to give the Executors of a Will permission to administer the estate according to the deceased’s wishes.
It is always required if the assets of the deceased Estate exceed $15,000.00. Joint assets with a spouse such as bank accounts, investments or property in joint names are not included in this calculation. Circumstances do differ within every Estate, and you are most welcome to contact us to discuss your particular situation.
It is important that your wishes are carried out after you pass. Having a Will ensures that this will happen. It provides guidance to your loved ones and helps to avoid any disputes.
Dying without a Will is known as dying “intestate”. In that case, the Administration Act 1969 will dictate how your assets are to be distributed, which may not align with your wishes.
It can be complex for grieving families when a loved one dies without a Will, however, we can assist you with the process and the decisions required in your family ‘s circumstances.
New Zealand Law is very specific about the components of a valid Will. To ensure your Will is compliant with the law and valid, it is always recommended to consult a lawyer. Our team are experienced in drafting Wills for a variety of circumstances, whether your estate is large or small, your wishes complex or straightforward, our lawyers have personalised solutions for you.
Estate planning is the process of organising your assets and determining how they will be distributed after your death. This includes creating Wills, Trusts and making decisions about your family’s future. There is no one size fits all solution. Get in touch with us today to plan the best arrangement for you and your family.