About NZ Will Creator

Our Mission

NZ Will Creator was created to make will preparation accessible and affordable for all New Zealanders. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to document their wishes for what happens after they pass away, regardless of their financial situation.

What We Provide

This website offers a free, easy-to-use template for creating a basic will that complies with the New Zealand Wills Act 2007. Our tool guides you through the essential elements of a will with simple questions and clear explanations.

What We Don't Provide

This service does NOT:

  • Constitute legal advice
  • Replace the need for professional legal consultation in complex situations
  • Store or back up your will in the cloud
  • Charge any fees (it's completely free)
  • Require registration or personal data collection

Legal Compliance

Our will template is based on:

  • Wills Act 2007 - The primary legislation governing wills in New Zealand
  • Community Law Manual resources
  • NZ Law Society guidelines
  • Best practices for will drafting in New Zealand

Privacy & Security

Your privacy is paramount:

  • All processing happens in your web browser
  • No data is sent to our servers
  • We don't store, collect, or share your information
  • Draft saves are stored locally in your browser only
  • You can clear saved drafts at any time
  • No cookies track your personal information

Limitations & Disclaimer

IMPORTANT LEGAL DISCLAIMER:

This website provides a template tool only and does NOT constitute legal advice. While we've made every effort to ensure the template complies with NZ law, we:

  • Are not lawyers and do not provide legal services
  • Cannot guarantee the template suits your specific circumstances
  • Accept no liability for any issues arising from use of this template
  • Strongly recommend professional legal review for complex estates

By using this service, you acknowledge and accept these limitations.

When You Should Consult a Lawyer

We recommend seeking professional legal advice if you:

  • Have a complex estate (multiple properties, businesses, trusts)
  • Want to minimize tax implications
  • Have children from previous relationships
  • Wish to exclude someone who might expect to inherit
  • Have international assets or beneficiaries overseas
  • Are concerned about potential challenges to your will
  • Have complex family situations
  • Own a business or farm
  • Have specific charitable bequests

Finding a Lawyer

To find a qualified lawyer specializing in wills and estates:

Cost of Professional Will Services

For reference, typical costs for professional will services in NZ (as of 2026):

  • Simple will from a lawyer: $200-$500
  • Complex will: $500-$2,000+
  • Public Trust will: $200-$400
  • Will storage with Public Trust: Free-$50/year

Open Source & Contributions

This project is open source and available for review on GitHub. We welcome contributions, suggestions, and feedback from:

  • Legal professionals
  • Web developers
  • Users with suggestions for improvement

Contact & Feedback

For questions, feedback, or to report issues:

  • Email: [Your contact email]
  • GitHub: [Your GitHub repo]

Please note: We cannot provide legal advice via email.

Updates & Maintenance

We regularly review this template to ensure it remains compliant with current NZ legislation. Last updated: January 2026

Acknowledgments

This project was created with reference to:

  • New Zealand Wills Act 2007
  • Community Law Manual
  • NZ Law Society resources
  • Public Trust guidance
  • Ministry of Justice information
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⚠️ Remember

This is a template tool, not legal advice. Complex estates should be reviewed by a qualified lawyer.

Free & Open

This service is completely free. No registration, no fees, no data collection.

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