Safeguarding your family, your values, and your future today and for generations to come. Our team combines extensive experience in trust formation, restructuring, and administration with deep knowledge of estate and succession planning. We take a holistic approach, delivering practical solutions that align with your long-term goals and personal circumstances.
Whether you’re considering establishing a trust, reviewing an existing structure, or navigating complex situations such as disputes involving trusts or wills, we provide clear, tailored guidance. Our specialists are well-versed in the Trusts Act and Family Protection Act and can support you through mediation, negotiation, or litigation when required.
Ranked Band 1 in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide, we are trusted by individuals and families across generations for our insight and client-first approach. Your priorities shape our strategy, integrating legal expertise with personal values to ensure your wishes are upheld and your legacy protected.
Thinking about creating a trust or weighing its benefits? Our dedicated team can assist with trust formation and administration. For existing trusts, we offer review, restructuring, and resettlement services to keep your arrangements fit for purpose. We also educate trustees on their responsibilities, ensuring compliance and confidence.
Every family is unique, so we never take a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we deliver bespoke advice that leads to a trust strategy tailored to your circumstances. When disputes arise, we help resolve them through arbitration, mediation, or negotiation and, if necessary, litigation.
For a copy of our Family Trust Booklet, please email lawyers@heskethhenry.co.nz.