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New Devonport office
We have opened a larger office in Devonport. 18 Rooke Street, Devonport (corner Rooke & King Streets). The new Devonport office signifies our continuing investment in…
Public Trustee CEO to retire
The CEO of the Public Trustee, Mr David Benbow, has confirmed he will retire at the beginning of August, with his last day being Wednesday…
Protecting your Pet Legacy
Our pets have a special place in our hearts, yet many of us don’t consider what might happen to them if they outlive us. You…
Our COVID Safe practices
We are still here for you over the phone and online. Our branches are open with new safety measures in place for estate planning client…
Is your estate plan complete?
An estate plan is more than just preparing a Will. You also need to consider and make formal plans for how you want to be…
Problems With Home-Made Wills
A Will is a legal document in which you state how you want your assets to be distributed after your death. It allows you to…
What happens if a Will has not been signed correctly?
If a Will is not signed correctly, the document you have prepared may not be recognised as a valid Will. This may mean you wishes…
Top tips from our Will and estate planning seminar
Planning ahead for your future legal, financial and health decisions is a lot easier than you may think. By preparing a Will, enduring power of…
What to do when someone dies
The death of a loved one is a time of great sadness and grief. Many people find it a struggle to focus on tasks like…