My approach to providing legal support is to start by listening, followed by asking, then discussing the finer details. In my 30 years’ experience, I’ve seen it all. Whether you need property advice, help drawing up a new will or assistance buying a business, I can help. Sometimes it can be hard to know what you need - and that’s why we talk first. Let me deal with the nitty gritty details, while you worry about the big picture of your business or family life.

Below is a list of some commonly requested services, with a short explanation of what they’re all about for your information.

Elder Law - the ins and outs of a person’s personal affairs towards the end of their life

Personal Law - what it means to have all your i’s dotted and t’s crossed, otherwise known as being a responsible adult

Property Law - for everything related to buying, selling, transferring and looking after property, buildings and land

Business & Leasing Law - from starting a business, to restructuring a business, to simply looking at a lease

Family Law - for when relationships are strained and you need a neutral opinion

Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney & Trusts - planning for your loved ones is more than writing up a Will

Estates - how to navigate the overwhelming list of things to do when a loved one is lost

Family Transfers - to avoid intergenerational conflicts at unexpected moments

Retirement Villages - how to understand the fine print of the contract when moving into retirement living

Property and Development

Need help buying and selling property? Looking for a bit of advice about subdivisions, Kiwisaver applications, or those pesky boundary adjustment applications? With experience across a range of property matters, (including building contracts, unit titles, cross leases and refinancing), I can ensure your property and development needs are done with due diligence.

Business and Commercial

Having worked across both the public and private sectors, I can help you buy or sell businesses, with all the know-how about leases and licenses - from A to Z. I’ll make sure you don’t miss a detail on your next commercial contract - which I know from experience can make or break a business!

Succession Planning

Nobody likes to think about it, but it’s important to take the time to properly consider your succession planning, whether you have a little to leave behind - or a lot. It’s essential to have an up to date will, and considerations in place like family trusts, special needs planning, and decisions around who you want to give enduring powers of attorney to. While it may seem overwhelming, I can talk you through the essentials to work out what you and your family need to thrive.

Deceased Estates

When someone passes away, the last thing you want is to be worrying about paperwork. I can help you navigate the law of estate administration, obtaining probate and letters of administration, making things easier in your time of need.

Elder Law

Regardless what age you are, it’s always a good idea to plan ahead. Whether you or your family need advice about retirement villages, senior living, or other age-related legal advice, I can help you safely plan for the future.