Divorce lawyer Hilversum

What does a divorce lawyer in Hilversum do?

A divorce requires a legal analysis of your situation, clear procedural steps, and sustainable agreements. The divorce lawyer advises you on your legal position, guides the procedure, and considers the long-term consequences, including those related to assets, children, and income.

Simmelink Lawyers is located in Maarssen and assists clients from the Hilversum region with divorce and complex family law issues.

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How is a complex asset situation settled during a separation in the Gooi?

In the Hilversum and Gooi region, separation cases regularly involve a private company, a DGA structure, real estate, or substantial assets. The division of these assets requires a careful analysis of the prenuptial agreement or the applicable matrimonial property law.

For companies, the question of valuation also plays a central role: what is the company worth at the time of the separation, and how is that value included in the division? Depending on the circumstances, several routes are possible.

More about division of assets upon separation, including the home, company, and DGA structure.

What does a divorce lawyer arrange when children are involved?

If there are minor children, a parenting plan is mandatory. This document sets out agreements on custody, the division of care tasks, residency, and child support. The lawyer guides you in drafting a parenting plan that is legally sound and aligns with the family’s practical situation.

In many cases, parents can reach agreements together, sometimes with the support of a mediator. The lawyer legally reviews the agreements made and considers what can be revised in the event of changed circumstances.

More about divorcing with children and the parenting plan, and about child support and how the amount is calculated.

Which court has jurisdiction in an international separation in Hilversum?

Families with an international background also live in the Hilversum region: a foreign nationality, assets abroad, or a partner living abroad. In the event of a separation in these situations, questions arise regarding the jurisdiction of the court and the applicable law.

This always requires an individual assessment. The situation of the parties and their places of residence determine which court has jurisdiction and which law applies.

More about international family law and jurisdictional issues. During ongoing legal proceedings, a second opinion can sometimes be valuable.

Consultation, mediation, or proceedings

Not every separation leads to a lawsuit. In many cases, mediation during separation is a good route, especially if parties are willing to reach agreements together. The lawyer helps you assess which approach suits your situation and guides you through the entire process.

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Practical examples

Separation with a DGA structure and multiple real estate properties

In a case in the Gooi region, one of the parties had a DGA structure where the holding company owned two real estate properties used partly for business and partly for private purposes. The central question was which part of the asset value fell into the community of property and how the real estate could be legally allocated without disrupting business operations. By carefully mapping the structure and analyzing the prenuptial agreement, a route could be developed that was both legally sound and practically feasible.

Parenting plan in a conflict over the children’s place of residence

A client in Hilversum was faced with the question of how the parenting plan should be shaped while the other parent wanted to move to another province. The case required insight into the legal significance of a relocation for the residency arrangement and what judges typically weigh when assessing such requests. By outlining a realistic picture of the possible outcomes, the client was able to make an informed decision on the approach to be followed.

International separation with assets in the Netherlands and abroad

In one case, one of the parties had been living abroad for several years, and the community of property included an investment account at a foreign bank in addition to the Dutch home. The question of jurisdiction and the question of which law applied to the division required an analysis of the relevant European regulations. By assessing the situation in a timely manner, the procedure could be organized efficiently and unnecessary delays could be prevented.

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At the office or remotely

Simmelink Lawyers is based in Maarssen and assists clients from Utrecht and the region at the office or entirely remotely. For those who cannot or do not wish to come to the office, consultations are possible via secure video calling. You can read more about how remote guidance works on the remote separation guidance page.

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