--- title: For Families description: MoranLaw provides trusted legal services for families - from wills, powers of attorney, and estate administration to relationship and residential property matters. --- [![dark-logo](https://moranlaw.co/hubfs/dark-logo.png) ![top-logo](https://moranlaw.co/hubfs/top-logo.png) ![dark-logo](https://moranlaw.co/hubfs/dark-logo.png) ![top-logo](https://moranlaw.co/hubfs/top-logo.png) ![dark-logo](https://moranlaw.co/hubfs/dark-logo.png)](https://moranlaw.co?hsLang=en-nz) - Our Services - [Intellectual Property](https://moranlaw.co/protecting-intellectual-property) - [Commercial and Corporate](https://moranlaw.co/commercial-and-corporate) - [For Families](https://moranlaw.co/for-families) - [Elevated Trust Management](https://moranlaw.co/elevated-trust-management) - [Not-For-Profit](https://moranlaw.co/not-for-profits) - [Privacy, Cyber, and Data Security](https://moranlaw.co/privacy-cyber-and-data-security) - [Our Team](https://moranlaw.co/moranlaw-team) - [About Us](https://moranlaw.co/about) - [Careers](https://moranlaw.co/careers) - [Blog](https://moranlaw.co/blog) [Contact us](https://moranlaw.co/contact?hsLang=en-nz) - Our Services - [Intellectual Property](https://moranlaw.co/protecting-intellectual-property) - [Commercial and Corporate](https://moranlaw.co/commercial-and-corporate) - [For Families](https://moranlaw.co/for-families) - [Elevated Trust Management](https://moranlaw.co/elevated-trust-management) - [Not-For-Profit](https://moranlaw.co/not-for-profits) - [Privacy, Cyber, and Data Security](https://moranlaw.co/privacy-cyber-and-data-security) - [Our Team](https://moranlaw.co/moranlaw-team) - [About Us](https://moranlaw.co/about) - [Careers](https://moranlaw.co/careers) - [Blog](https://moranlaw.co/blog) [Contact us](https://moranlaw.co/contact?hsLang=en-nz) - Our Services - [Intellectual Property](https://moranlaw.co/protecting-intellectual-property) - [Commercial and Corporate](https://moranlaw.co/commercial-and-corporate) - [For Families](https://moranlaw.co/for-families) - [Elevated Trust Management](https://moranlaw.co/elevated-trust-management) - [Not-For-Profit](https://moranlaw.co/not-for-profits) - [Privacy, Cyber, and Data Security](https://moranlaw.co/privacy-cyber-and-data-security) - [Our Team](https://moranlaw.co/moranlaw-team) - [About Us](https://moranlaw.co/about) - [Careers](https://moranlaw.co/careers) - [Blog](https://moranlaw.co/blog) ##### WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND Level 1, 40 Lady Elizabeth Lane Wellington 6011 Postal: PO Box 10538 Wellington 6140 Phone: +64 4 830 2430 Email: [wellington@moranlaw.co](mailto:wellington@moranlaw.co) ##### AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND Suite 502, Level 5, Achilles House 8 Commerce Street Auckland 1010 Phone: +64 4 830 2430 Email: [team@moranlaw.co](mailto:team@moranlaw.co) ##### SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA Level 26, 44 Market Street  Sydney, NSW, 2000 Phone: +61 2 9091 4258 Email: [sydney@moranlaw.co](mailto:sydney@moranlaw.co) # For Families At MoranLaw, we help families navigate life’s important legal decisions with care, clarity, and confidence. Whether you are planning for the future, protecting your assets, or managing your property and relationships, our team provides tailors legal solutions that respect your wishes and safeguard your family’s wellbeing. We provide trusted legal services for families across New Zealand. From wills, powers of attorney, and estate administration to relationship property and residential property matters, our experienced team offers clear advice and practical solutions to protect what matters most. We understand that ever family is unique. Our lawyers bring both expertise and empathy to each matter, ensuring you understand and feel supported each step of the way. ### Wills and Estate Planning Making a will is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones. We prepare wills that reflect your individual circumstances – from blended families and intergenerational wealth to charitable giving and specific bequests. Our team also provides guidance on appointing executors and guardians, and on minimising the risk of claims or disputes, so your wishes are respected. ![For Families Wills and Estate Planning](https://moranlaw.co/hs-fs/hubfs/For%20Families%20Wills%20and%20Estate%20Planning.png?width=450&height=300&name=For%20Families%20Wills%20and%20Estate%20Planning.png) ### Trusts Trusts remain one of the most effective tools in New Zealand for protecting family wealth, safeguarding assets, and planning for succession. Our team provides clear practical advice and support tailored to your circumstances throughout the life of your trust – from establishment to ongoing management, and eventual succession or windup. Our trust services include: - Establishing, restructuring, and winding up trusts; - Reviewing existing trusts to ensure compliance with the Trusts Act 2019; - Advising trustees on their duties, disclosure obligations, and best practice governance; and - Advising trustees and beneficiaries with changes, issues, or disputes. ![For Families Trusts](https://moranlaw.co/hs-fs/hubfs/For%20Families%20Trusts.png?width=450&height=300&name=For%20Families%20Trusts.png) ### Residential Property Buying and selling a home is a major milestone. Our team provides comprehensive support throughout the residential property process, including: - Reviewing and preparing Sale and Purchase Agreements; - Advising on titles, LIM reports, and due diligence matters; - Guiding you through KiwiSaver withdrawals and grant applications; - Managing refinances, mortgage, and family property transfers; and - Coordinating with agents, brokers, and financial advisers to ensure ideal solutions. ![For Families Residential Property](https://moranlaw.co/hs-fs/hubfs/For%20Families%20Residential%20Property.png?width=450&height=300&name=For%20Families%20Residential%20Property.png) ### Relationship Property Protecting assets in a relationship is an essential part of long-term planning. We provide clear and practical advice on: - Contracting Out Agreement (section 21 Agreements) to safeguard separate property; - Property division and financial disclosure following separation; and - Integrating relationship property considerations into wider estate and asset planning arrangements. ![For Families Relationship Property](https://moranlaw.co/hs-fs/hubfs/For%20Families%20Relationship%20Property.png?width=450&height=300&name=For%20Families%20Relationship%20Property.png) ### Enduring Powers of Attorney An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) ensures that someone you trust can make decisions on your behalf if you are no longer able to. We assist with: - Drafting and signing EPOAs for both personal care and welfare, and property; and - Reviewing, revoking, or updating existing documents to ensure they remain fit-for-purpose. ![For Families EPoAs](https://moranlaw.co/hs-fs/hubfs/For%20Families%20EPoAs.png?width=450&height=300&name=For%20Families%20EPoAs.png) ### Family Office For Families with significant or intergenerational wealth, we provide tailored Family Office services. These offer a coordinated and holistic approach to managing legal, property, estate, and business affairs. We collaborate closely with accountants, investment advisers, and other professionals to design and oversee long-term strategies that protect and grow family assets while reflecting your values and legacy goals. ![For Families Family Office](https://moranlaw.co/hs-fs/hubfs/For%20Families%20Family%20Office.png?width=450&height=300&name=For%20Families%20Family%20Office.png) ### Estate Administration Losing a loved one is never easy. We guide executors and families through the estate administration process with compassion and clarity, including: - Identifying and managing assets and liabilities; - Distributing the estate according to the will or intestacy laws; and - Interpreting testamentary documents and resolving any issues among beneficiaries. ![For Families Estates](https://moranlaw.co/hs-fs/hubfs/For%20Families%20Estates.png?width=450&height=300&name=For%20Families%20Estates.png) ### Let’s work together [Get in touch](https://moranlaw.co/contact?hsLang=en-nz) ### SPECIALIST AREAS [Intellectual Property](https://moranlaw.co/protecting-intellectual-property?hsLang=en-nz) [Commercial and Corporate Law](https://moranlaw.co/commercial-and-corporate?hsLang=en-nz) [For Families](https://moranlaw.co/elevated-trust-management?hsLang=en-nz) [Elevated Trust Management](https://moranlaw.co/for-families) [Not-For-Profits](https://moranlaw.co/not-for-profits?hsLang=en-nz) [Privacy, Cyber, and Data Security](https://moranlaw.co/privacy-cyber-and-data-security?hsLang=en-nz) ### The Team - [Scott Moran](https://moranlaw.co/scott-moran-moranlaw) - [Amanda Griffiths](https://moranlaw.co/amanda-griffiths-moranlaw) - [Louisa Joblin](https://moranlaw.co/louisa-joblin-moranlaw) - [Jessie Malcolm](https://moranlaw.co/jessie-malcolm-moranlaw) - [Ffion Merchant-Williams](https://moranlaw.co/ffion-merchant-williams-moranlaw) - [John Hackett](https://moranlaw.co/john-hackett-moranlaw) - [Chelcie Kite](https://moranlaw.co/chelcie-kite-moranlaw) - [Venetia McInman](https://moranlaw.co/venetia-mcinman-moranlaw) - [Fergielyn Catayoc](https://moranlaw.co/fergielyn-catayoc-moranlaw) - [Lucas d’Arbois de Jubainville](https://moranlaw.co/lucas-darbois-de-jubainville-moranlaw) - [Kimberley Will](https://moranlaw.co/kimberley-will-moranlaw) - [Shamara Polliack](https://moranlaw.co/shamara-polliack-moranlaw) - [Tracey Lucas](https://moranlaw.co/tracey-lucas-moranlaw) - [Kathy Hunter](https://moranlaw.co/kathy-hunter-moranlaw) - [Sara Barnes](https://moranlaw.co/sara-barnes-moranlaw) - [Rebecca Evans](https://moranlaw.co/rebecca-evans-moranlaw) - [Flora Dryburgh](https://moranlaw.co/flora-dryburgh-moranlaw) - [Jacky Simperingham](https://moranlaw.co/jacky-simperingham-moranlaw) - [Tom Winfield](https://moranlaw.co/tom-winfield-moranlaw) ### Quick Links - [Contact Us](https://moranlaw.co/contact) - [About Us](https://moranlaw.co/about) - [Careers](https://moranlaw.co/careers) - [Privacy Policy](https://moranlaw.co/privacy-policy) - [Terms](https://moranlaw.co/terms-of-engagement) - [Our Blog](https://moranlaw.co/blog) © MoranLaw Limited 2024 [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/moranlaw) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/moranlawnzau/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557642282289)