Wills & Testaments
Draft, review, and register your last will and testament.
🇳🇿 New Zealand — legal context
In New Zealand, wills must comply with the Wills Act 2007. A will must be in writing, signed by the testator (who must be 18 or older), and witnessed by two independent witnesses who are present at the same time.
Related forms & documents
The following forms and documents may be required or generated as part of this service in New Zealand.
How it works
Tell us what you need
Complete a plain-English intake form. No legal jargon required. Our system asks the right questions for New Zealand.
AI drafts your documents
Our AI generates compliant documents for New Zealand. Every citation is verified. Every form is jurisdiction-specific.
Professional sign-off
A verified professional in New Zealand reviews and approves the final output. Nothing goes out the door without a credentialled professional signing it off.
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Wills & Testaments in New Zealand — frequently asked questions.
Common questions about wills & testaments for individuals and businesses in New Zealand.
While it is possible to write a will yourself, using a qualified professional ensures your will is legally valid and properly addresses your estate planning needs. Errors in wills can lead to costly disputes after your death. Marco Reid can draft your will and have it reviewed by a verified professional.
If you die without a will (intestate), your estate will be distributed according to the intestacy rules of New Zealand. This may not reflect your wishes and can cause significant delays and expense for your family.
You should review your will every 3-5 years, or whenever you experience a major life event such as marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, or a significant change in your financial circumstances.
Yes. Marco Reid's document generator can draft a will based on your instructions, compliant with New Zealand law. The draft is then reviewed and signed off by a verified legal professional before it becomes a final document.
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Marco Reid is a tooling vendor, not a law firm or accounting practice. Self-serve outputs for wills & testaments are reviewed and approved by a credentialled professional in New Zealand before release. All professionals are registered with the relevant New Zealand regulatory body.