Get Your Loved One's Estate Paid Out In Half The Time.

Hi, I’m Hayley Boud, an estates and probate lawyer. Most estates take 6 – 12 months to get paid out. I typically take 2 – 3 months.

How I Help You Move Forward Faster

500+ Families Helped

I’ve helped over 500 families across New Zealand through the probate and administration process.

100% Success Rate

Every estate application I’ve submitted has been approved - giving you peace of mind.

Done For You

No legal headaches. No DIY. No stress. I handle the entire process no matter where in NZ you are - you just sign the documents.

Why Families Trust Me

Easy To Reach

I respond to all calls and emails within 24 hours – because you deserve answers, fast.

“I initially tried using an online DIY service to manage my loved one’s estate, thinking it would be quicker and cheaper. Instead, I found myself lost in a seas of complicated forms with no real support. After wasting time and money, I turned to Hayley Boud at Caring Estates, and I only wish I had done so from the start. She explained everything clearly, guided me through each step, and was always available to answer my questions.” – Watene, Auckland

Kind & Compassionate

I understand this is a difficult time, and I’ll support you with empathy every step of the way.

“There is a reason Hayley only has 5 star reviews – She is absolutely fantastic to deal with. I highly recommend her. She is kind, patient and communicating with her from overseas has been easier than dealing with lawyers in my own country! From the very first contact she has gone above and beyond.” – Sanchia, Queensland

Fast, Simple & Affordable

With over 500 successful applications, I know how to get everything done quickly, accurately, and at a fair price.

Hayley is down to earth and explained all the lawyer jargon, she always had my best interests in mind, and she was such a calm and supportive presence in what was an unpleasant situation. She made the financial side of things very simple…Hayley made all the paper work easy and she’s my first choice for next time I need legal advice!” – Ellie, Hamilton

How I Can Help

Letters of Administration

If your loved one did not have a Will but has assets over $15,000 then you will need to obtain Letters of Administration.

Pricing starts at
$1,800 + GST + disbursements.


All documents prepared and filed for you -
no DIY required.

Probate

If your loved one has a Will and assets over $15,000 then you will need to obtain probate through the High Court.

Pricing starts at
$1,500 + GST + disbursements.


All documents prepared and filed for you -
no DIY required.

Reseals

If you have probate for your loved one granted in another country and they have assets in NZ, I can help you get it resealed in NZ.

Pricing starts at
$600 + GST + disbursements.


All documents prepared and filed for you -
no DIY required.

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What My Clients Say

“I initially tried using an online DIY probate service to manage my loved one’s estate, thinking it would be quicker and cheaper. Instead, I found myself lost in a sea of complicated forms with no real support. After wasting time and money, I turned to Hayley Boud at Caring Estates, and I only wish I had done so from the start.

She explained everything clearly, guided me through each step, and was always available to answer my questions. The process was smooth, stress-free, and, in the end, far more cost-effective. If you want to save yourself time, money and frustration, go straight to Caring Estates—you won’t regret it!”

– Watene, Auckland

“Excellent professional service, prompt communication and Hayley Boud just made everything smooth and easy – all for a very reasonable fee. Would recommend to others.”

– Carol

“Hayley Boud at Caring Estates handled my reseal incredibly quickly and efficiently. I was
amazed at how smoothly everything was processed, with minimal delays and no stress on my part. She took care of all the details, kept me updated, and made the entire experience hassle-free. If you need a fast and professional service, I highly recommend Hayley!

– Daisy, England

“Hayley is absolutely amazing and very caring and professional. Highly recommend would certainly be my first place I’d go if I needed a lawyers advice and direction in the future.”

– Sheryl

“My family’s journey to resolve our case has been quite challenging. We faced issues such as poor communication, misinformation, and incurring unnecessary expenses which left us feeling quite disheartened & frustrated.

Fortunately, we were introduced to Hayley through our social worker, who has been advocating for us throughout this complex situation. From beginning to end, Hayley demonstrated professionalism, provided clarity about the process, and maintained consistency in her communication throughout. We are incredibly grateful for the support and guidance Hayley has offered us.

I wholeheartedly recommend Hayley; you will not be let down, you will feel supported & will always be kept informed. Thank you once again, Hayley me & my family are forever grateful for everything you have done for us”.

– Sheena, Auckland

“I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for making the entire reseal process for my Letters of Administration from Australia so easy and stress-free.

After completing six inquiries with different law firms, you were the only one who went out of your way to personally call me from NZ, which I truly appreciated.

Throughout the entire process, you provided clear guidance and kept me informed at every step, making the experience much smoother than I had anticipated. Once again, thank you very much for all your help. Your exceptional service made all the difference!”

– Marguerita Almeida, Australia

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