With years of experience as probate attorneys, we know the steps you need to create a will that incorporates your final wishes. Here are a couple of tips to keep in mind during the process:
Make a list of questions: If you’ve never made a will before or if you’re updating an existing document, you should make a list of questions to bring with you to your appointment. Our will lawyer in NZ can provide you with more detail on the difference between probate and non-probate assets and the responsibilities of an executor.
Know your assets: Is there an asset or a monetary amount that you want to leave to a loved one? It’s vital that you disclose this information to our attorneys to include this distribution in your will. If you will does not list a specific distribution, it will become part of your general estate which means the person may not receive what you originally intended.
Select your executor carefully: Selecting the executor of your estate isn’t a decision you should make lightly. Your executor is responsible for distributing assets according to the terms of your will and ensuring that your estate wraps up on time.