Your executor is responsible for administering your estate and carrying out the wishes in your will. You can choose a trusted person, or you can appoint Public Trust as your executor to ensure your estate is managed professionally, impartially and with care.
Being an executor is a big responsibility. Your executor must be over the age of 18, of sound mind, and should be trustworthy, well organised and comfortable dealing with legal and financial matters. You can appoint one or more executors, including a family member, friend or organisation like Public Trust.
It's a good idea to name a backup executor, so there is another option in place if your first choice is unable or unwilling to act.
You can choose to name Public Trust to be your executor when you make your will. We specialise in executor services, helping to ease the burden on family or friends who might otherwise take on this demanding role.
If you name Public Trust, you can be assured experienced, independent probate specialists will manage the entire process from start to finish. Your loved ones will benefit from clear administration fees and the reassurance of having our specialists our team of probate specialists that are supported by New Zealand-based lawyers, helping ensure your wishes are followed.
Immediate access to funds: We can call in some assets straight after death, so urgent bills like funeral costs and insurance can be paid without waiting for Probate—protecting property and easing financial stress for your family.
Faster administration for smaller estates: If the estate is under $120,000, we can file a simpler Probate application, speeding things up and lowering court costs from $269 to just $40.
Fair and capped charges: Our fees are based on the work we do, not a percentage of the estate. We charge a combination of fixed fees for the standard work we complete for all estates and hourly rates for additional work.
Access to discounted services: We pass on savings from trusted third parties like real estate agents and property clearers.
Our fees are based on the work we do, not the value of the estate. At the start, we’ll give your beneficiaries a clear plan outlining the steps we’ll take, and an estimate of the time and costs involved.
View our price list here to learn more about our fees and charges
Public Trust is here to support all your will and probate needs every step of the way.
