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Annabel Sheppard

Partner

Estate Planning and Property and Residential & Rural Property + Asset Planning

Property Law Accredited Specialist, Lawlink Group New Zealand Board Chair.

T +64 3 379 7622 M +64 27 484 1417

Specialist areas of practice

  • Residential and rural property
  • Asset planning
  • Trusts

Annabel is a partner at the firm and a specialist property lawyer, with a focus on the residential and rural property sectors.

With over 30 years of experience in property law, Annabel provides expert advice on a range of matters related to the sale and purchase of property, including issues involving trusts and estates. She is sought after for her attention to detail around transactions and for her astute negotiation skills, making her a sought-after advisor for clients in both the residential and rural property markets. Annabel also provides expert advice on the personal and sensitive matters of wills and enduring powers of attorney and estate planning.

Annabel’s extensive knowledge of commercial law also sees her regularly engaged by both individuals and business owners to advise on asset planning and protection, including the formation and management of trusts. She is highly experienced in farm succession planning for rural property owners, helping them secure the future of their operations through thoughtful legal strategies.