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Being left out of a parent’s Will — or receiving less than you expected — can be both surprising and distressing. The law in New Zealand provides that, in many cases, this may not be the end of the matter.
In our experience, estate disputes are rarely unexpected. They tend to arise where known risk factors—such as estrangement, informal caregiving arrangements, or uneven provision in a will—have not been addressed clearly during lifetime.
Planning for the future isn’t just about saving money or buying property—it’s also about making sure your loved ones are looked after when you’re no longer around. That’s where estate planning comes in.
Families who have lost a loved one will soon find it easier and cheaper to manage their Estate, thanks to a change in the law.
Discover how to legally enforce a promise made by someone who has passed away under New Zealand’s Testamentary Promises Act. Learn the legal criteria, court process, and real-life examples to support your claim.
Explore the complexities of estate litigation, trusts, and succession law in New Zealand with insights from the landmark 2024 Supreme Court 'Alphabet' decision.
Employment lawyer, Carolyn Ranson, provides insights into the Holidays Act, explaining its implications for employers and outlining employee entitlements during the festive season.
What are the roles and responsibilities of a Welfare Guardian under the PPPR Act? Who can be appointed as a welfare guardian? PPPR expert Alana Kalinowski answers all these questions and more in this free in-depth article.
What are your rights to inheritance in NZ? Estate Litigation expert, Carolyn Ranson outlines the law in New Zealand and what your options are if you have been left out of your parent's will or have received an unequal portion of the available inheritance.
What happens when everything in a parent’s estate goes to their new partner (your step parent)? What are your rights to inherit as their child and what are your options if this happens to you? Expert Estate Litigation Lawyer, Carolyn Ranson explains.
Are you living overseas but want to challenge a will here in New Zealand? New Zealand Estate Litigation Lawyer Carolyn Ranson explains the process and how we can assist.
Are you an international law firm assisting a client to challenge a New Zealand will? New Zealand Estate Litigation Lawyer Carolyn Ranson explains the process and how we can assist.
The ‘Building Amendment Act 2013’ has now been fully implemented. The result is greater obligations and associated increase in risk and liability for builders and on-sellers; business law specialists, Carolyn Ranson explains.
Learn about the legal process under New Zealand's Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988 (PPPR Act) when a person loses mental capacity without Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPOAs).
The death of a family member or someone close to you is an emotional time. Feelings can be further exacerbated if you discover that your inheritance is not what you expected. New Zealand law lays out who must be provided for by a deceased estate, regardless of what is written in a will. Many wills are subject to claims because these people have not been properly provided for by the estate.
