Relationship property law
Separating can be a difficult process. Our relationship property team can help to minimise the stress involved.
Our role is to help you reach agreement with your partner about the division of your property assets, and this can happen before a legal relationship is formed or during that relationship. Entering such an agreement is the best way to be certain that your property division is a full and final settlement.
With our expertise we can help you understand the law in full and what it means for you, so you then have the power to negotiate the best possible deal.
In particular, we can help with:
- Negotiating and drafting contracting out agreements
- Negotiating and drafting settlement agreements after separation
- All related property, commercial and trust transactions
- Relationship property agreements required for estate planning purposes
- Providing written opinions and advice about the relationship property legislation
Read our articles on relationship property law
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The threshold for requiring a formal grant of administration is increasing from $15,000 to $40,000, reducing legal costs and easing the process for executors and families. In the article below, Megan explains what this change means, how it may affect you, and why having a valid will in place remains essential.
What You Need to Know About “Prenups” in New Zealand
Thinking about protecting your assets in a relationship? In this article, Paul Gascoigne sets out what you need to know about prenups and relationship property agreements in New Zealand.
