Seniors Law

Legal Support for Later Life, Delivered with Care

The legal decisions you make now protect your independence, your assets, and the people you love. We take the time to understand your situation — and give you advice you can rely on.

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Specialist Legal Services for Seniors and Their Families

The right legal plans give you — and the people you love — confidence and peace of mind.

As circumstances change, having the right legal documents in place makes an enormous difference — for you and for your family. Whether you’re planning ahead for later life, moving into a retirement village, or navigating the residential care subsidy process, the decisions you make now have a lasting impact on your financial security and your family’s wellbeing. We give clear, practical legal advice in plain English — and we take the time to understand your situation before recommending anything.

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Our Managing Director, Ross Holmes, writes the trust administration chapters of LexisNexis’ Law of Trusts (New Zealand). We bring that depth of expertise to every seniors law matter we handle.

Our Seniors Law Services

Everything you need for a secure and well-planned later life — in one place.

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Estate Plans

Will-based and trust-based estate plans that protect your family, your home, and your wishes — tailored to your stage of life.

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Enduring Powers of Attorney

Appoint someone you trust to make decisions about your property and personal care if you lose capacity. Don’t leave it until it’s too late.

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Retirement Village Agreements

Independent legal advice on Occupation Right Agreements — understand what you’re signing, what you’re paying for, and what happens when you leave.

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Residential Care Subsidies

Help with applications for the Residential Care Subsidy and Residential Care Loan — unlocking financial assistance when you need it most.

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Reverse Mortgages

Legal advice and documentation for borrowing against the value of your home in retirement — understanding the risks and obligations.

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Estates & Probate

Probate applications and estate administration — handled with care and sensitivity, often in collaboration with your family.

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🔍 Start with a Free Online Estate Planning Assessment

Not sure which documents you need? Use our free online tools to create a report on your will-based or trust-based estate plan — then bring it to your first meeting.

Assess My Will-Based Plan →   Assess My Trust-Based Plan →

Talk to Us — We’re Here to Help

Get a personalised quote online, request further information by email, or book a free 15-minute introduction. There’s no cost and no pressure.

Ready to Protect What Matters Most?

Request a personalised quote online, ask us anything, or if you're a new client, book a free 15-minute meeting to meet our team and see if we're the right fit.

The introductory meeting is a chance to meet our team — it is not for legal advice.

Tel: +64 9 415 0099  •  reception@rossholmes.co.nz  •  2 Airborne Rd, Rosedale, Auckland