Trusts, Asset Protection & Estate Planning

Downtown Legal – Seminar Series with Downtown Tauranga

We have officially settled into our new office in the heart of Tauranga and, working with Downtown Tauranga, we welcome the city centre community to our ‘Downtown Legal’ Seminar Series. Across three concise evening sessions, our specialist legal teams will unpack key areas of law that affect almost everyone – whether personally or as a …

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Holland Beckett Appoints Rebecca Steens as Partner

Holland Beckett is pleased to announce the promotion of Rebecca Steens to Partner, effective 1 April 2026. Rebecca is a highly regarded succession and estate planning lawyer with more than 12 years’ experience advising clients on trusts, estates, succession planning and asset protection. With a background spanning both litigation and estate planning, Rebecca brings a unique and …

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Why you need a Will now more than ever

In today’s evolving financial and legal landscape, having a valid Will in place has never been more critical for New Zealanders. The absence of a Will can lead to unnecessary delays, stress, and cost for families. One of the most overlooked reasons to have a Will is KiwiSaver. Many people assume their KiwiSaver balance will automatically …

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Gift vs Loan – What’s the difference and why it matters in Estate Planning

It is common for parents to help children financially – whether it is a deposit for a first home, help with debt, or business support. However, when that money changes hands, it is important to be clear: was it a gift or a loan? This simple distinction can have significant legal and financial consequences, especially …

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Contracting Out Agreements – A valuable estate planning tool

Contracting Out Agreements (often referred to as prenuptial agreements) are often viewed quite negatively. They can be seen as having one foot out of the door in a relationship. However, Contracting Out Agreements can be powerful tools to help you and your partner cement your intentions for how your property is dealt with when you …

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