Elder law

 

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Legal support and assistance for those who need it most.

Legal support and assistance for the elderly has taken greater prominence in recent years as New Zealand's population continues to age.

Aside from our services in relation to estate and succession planning, we also maintain special expertise in the following areas that are of particular relevance to older persons:

 

Enduring powers of attorney

An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) allows you to appoint someone you trust to make decisions for you regarding your personal care and welfare and/or your property if you become unable to do so. An EPOA provides peace of mind, and also means that loved ones do not have to issue court proceedings to appoint a manager over your affairs if you have failed to do so. We will meet with you and take the time to understand your situation and your wishes before drafting the documentation that best meets your needs.

Occupation Right Agreements

The Retirement Villages Act 2003 requires an intending resident of a retirement village to obtain legal advice before signing an occupation right agreement for a unit in a retirement village. These agreements can be lengthy and complicated documents, but our lawyers will be able to explain the effects and implications of signing in clear and readily understandable terms.