The new millennium in New Zealand has seen the introduction of laws that make it more difficult than ever before to secure your assets from attack by creditors, government agencies and relations. Maintaining your assets through sound Trust and Estate Planning advice, which used to be required only by those of extreme wealth has now become important for middle income New Zealand.
At the same time the law in these areas has never been more complicated. Increasing use of Family Trusts, changing rules by the IRD and the complexities of the Property Relationships Act have meant that to truly give good advice to your clients you need to be a specialist in these areas.
That is where the expertise of Cavell Leitch Law's Trust and Estate Planning Division is invaluable. Our firm's 80 year history has given rise to one of the largest Trust and Estate Practices in the South Island and with it a level of knowledge and experience unmatched by our competitors.
Services provided by our Team
Powers of Attorney, including Enduring Powers of Attorney
Deeds of Delegation
Wills and living wills
Establishment and ongoing management of family and charitable trusts
Advice on how to achieve asset protection, especially in relation to claims under relationship property and claims from creditors
How your affairs could be organised more efficiently for taxation and Government benefit or subsidy purposes
Advice on succession planning in relation to existing trusts, private companies and businesses
The review, variation or re-organisation of your existing legal arrangements
Management services for those clients who are unable to look after their own financial affairs
Co-ordinating assistance for clients in the areas of financial, investment and taxation advice
Administration of estates, including comprehensive accounting and taxation services
Team Strengths
Friendly approachable dependable advice with the ability to explain the complex issues found in this area of law simply and in plain English
Headed by Peter Eastgate a lawyer with over 25 years experience in this area and supported by an experienced team
Dedicated focus on being knowledgeable about the latest developments in Trust and Estate law and a commitment to ongoing education and training
Proven track record of providing the highest level of personal and professional service
