Protect What Matters Most — Your Family, Your Home, Your Future
Trusted Auckland lawyers helping New Zealand families and small businesses with trusts, wills, estates, property and business law for over 35 years.
What Do You Need Help With?
Whether you're setting up or updating an estate plan, buying or selling property, or dealing with the responsibilities of an estate, we help you make clear, confident decisions.
You can now request a personalised quote online in just a few minutes — or book a free 15-minute introductory meeting to talk through your situation first. If you're a new client, the introductory meeting is a chance to meet us and see if we're the right fit. This meeting is not for legal advice.
How We Help
Estate & Asset Protection Plans
Trust-based and will-based plans tailored to your family's goals and circumstances — not off-the-shelf templates.
Property Law & Conveyancing
Practical support for buying, selling or refinancing property — so you're protected and understand every document you sign.
Business Law
Companies, partnerships, shareholder agreements, commercial leases, business purchases and sales — practical advice in plain English.
Estates & Seniors Law
Probate, estate administration, retirement village agreements and planning for later life — support delivered with care and compassion.
Getting Started Is Simple
Two ways to begin — whichever suits you best.
Tell Us What You Need
Complete a short online questionnaire (3–8 minutes) and receive a personalised quote by email — or book a free 15-minute introduction to talk it through first.
We Outline Your Options
We explain, in plain English, the pros and cons of different approaches — so you can make confident decisions about what's right for your situation.
Clear Next Steps & Costs
You'll know what we recommend, what it will cost, and the likely timeframe — so there are no surprises.
Request a Quote Online
Choose the area that best describes what you need. Our short questionnaire takes just a few minutes.
Will-Based Estate Plan
Wills, EPAs, advance directives and more — for individuals and couples.
3–5 minutes
Trust-Based Estate Plan
Trusts, wills, EPAs and comprehensive asset protection for families and businesses.
5–8 minutes
Property Law
Buying, selling or refinancing residential or commercial property.
3–5 minutes
Prefer to talk first? Book a free 15-minute introduction →
Not Sure Where to Start with Your Estate Plan?
Estate planning and asset protection can feel overwhelming. We've created a free guide to help you get clear on your options.
📖 Your Guide to Creating Your Estate and Asset Protection Plan
In this plain-English guide, you'll learn:
- The difference between will-based and trust-based estate plans
- How trusts, wills and enduring powers of attorney work together
- Common mistakes New Zealand families make — and how to avoid them
Why Clients Trust Us with What Matters Most
35+ Years' Experience
Deep expertise in trusts, estates, property and business law for New Zealand families and small businesses.
Plain-English Advice
We explain your options in clear, everyday language so you understand what you're signing and why.
Virtual & In-Person
Meet us in our Auckland office or via Zoom from anywhere in New Zealand. We work with clients throughout the country and overseas.
Practical, Tailored Solutions
Every family and business is different. We design legal documents and structures around your requirements.
Long-Term Relationships
Many clients have stayed with us for decades. We help keep your plans up to date as your life changes.
Online Quotes in Minutes
Complete a short questionnaire and receive a personalised, itemised quote by email. No obligation.
What Our Clients Say
"We were extremely happy that our legal requirements were dealt with in a friendly, and professional manner. We received a very good understanding of what we were signing. Very pleased with our dealings with Ross which has been for many years."
— Jan P. Google Reviews ★★★★★
"Very quick to respond. No mucking around gave solid advice in plain English which made my wife and I feel totally comfortable with everything. Very happy."
— John M. Google Reviews ★★★★★
"I have been a client of Ross Holmes' stable and trustworthy team for 20 years. It is reassuring to do annual gifting under the expert eye of lawyer Neena Bartlett and know that she will keep the trust 'on track'."
— Janice P. Google Reviews ★★★★★
"I have known and been a client of Ross Holmes and his team for approx 30 years. I cannot fault the service I received. They are all totally Professional and extremely good at what they do."
— Sandra Google Reviews ★★★★★
Ready to Talk?
Request a personalised quote online, or if you're a new client, book a free 15-minute introduction to meet us and see if we're the right fit.
The introductory meeting is a chance to meet our team — it is not for legal advice.