Professional guidance in separation and divorce
At Simmelink Advocaten, we provide expert support with all aspects of a divorce and the aftercare phase, enabling you to make well-considered decisions while ensuring that your interests are optimally protected — both during and after the divorce process.
Divorce is a significant process that involves both legal and emotional challenges. Whether it concerns choosing the appropriate form of divorce, alimony, asset division, or drafting a parenting plan, each situation requires careful consideration. Even after the divorce, new circumstances may necessitate adjustments to the agreements made. Discretion, transparency, and clear communication are essential to prevent conflicts and ensure peace during this process.
Our attorneys carefully guide you through every step of the divorce process and are available for adjustments during the aftercare phase. With our extensive expertise in family law, we provide strategic and clear advice, prioritizing your personal situation and interests. Even after the divorce, we are ready to reassess and adjust agreements, such as alimony, parenting plans, and asset distribution, to fit your changing circumstances. Thanks to our dedicated guidance, you can make decisions with confidence and shape your future.
Preparation for the divorce
The conversation with your partner
Divorce presents not only legal but also emotional challenges. Whether it involves choosing the appropriate form of divorce, alimony, asset division, or drafting a parenting plan—each aspect requires careful consideration. Even after the divorce, new circumstances may necessitate adjustments. Clear communication and discretion are essential to prevent conflicts and create peace during this phase.
The conversation with the children
Our attorneys provide you with meticulous support, both during the divorce process and in the post-divorce phase. With profound expertise, we offer strategic advice tailored to your unique situation and interests. Even after the divorce, we assist you with adjustments to agreements on alimony, parenting plans, and asset distribution, should your circumstances change. Thanks to our dedicated guidance, you can shape your future with confidence. Please feel free to contact us for a non-binding consultation.
Which Form of Divorce is Suitable for your Situation?
At Simmelink Lawyers, we understand that every divorce is unique. Your relationship status – whether you are married, in a registered partnership, or cohabiting – determines the necessary legal steps. Marital agreements and international aspects can also influence the division of assets and future arrangements.
There are various ways in which a divorce can be arranged. The best approach depends on your situation and the level of agreement between you and your (ex-)partner. Are you unsure which form of divorce is most suitable? View the overview of the different forms of separation or divorce and discover which solution fits your situation.
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Alimony: Spousal and Child Support
Alimony is often one of the most frequently discussed topics during a divorce. This may involve spousal maintenance and/or child maintenance, depending on the specific situation. Both forms of maintenance are calculated based on the financial situation of both parties. For minor children, the children’s needs and the parent with whom they will live after the divorce are taken into account.
Our attorneys assist you in calculating a fair alimony and ensure that all agreements are clearly documented.
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Parenting plan: care and upbringing of minor children
In the event of a divorce involving children, it is mandatory to draft a parenting plan. This plan outlines agreements regarding the care and upbringing of the children, including visitation arrangements, holidays, and educational decisions. The parenting plan is essential to ensure that both parents continue to play a clear role in the children’s lives.
The parenting plan also addresses the allocation of parental authority, both before and after the divorce. This includes rules for joint custody at the birth of a child and for unmarried or unregistered partners, as well as the retention of joint custody after a divorce.
A well-drafted parenting plan prevents conflicts and provides stability for the children. Our attorneys assist you in creating a plan that aligns with your situation and the needs of the children.
Learn more about the parenting plan.
Download a sample parenting plan.
Distribution of assets: house, financial resources, and pension arrangements
The division of assets is one of the most complex aspects of a divorce. Consider, for example, assets such as a jointly owned home, savings, investments, and pension arrangements. In practice, the division of joint accounts and automatic payments is often overlooked. It is essential that these matters are handled fairly and carefully, so that both parties remain financially stable after the divorce.
It is also important to determine who will remain living in the house after the divorce, especially if children are involved. Sometimes it is necessary to request a provisional measure from the court to establish clear agreements regarding the responsibility for the home and the mortgage.
Our attorneys provide expert guidance in the distribution of assets, ensuring that both legal and tax aspects are properly handled.
Learn more about the owner-occupied home during a divorce.
Learn more about the pension arrangements with your ex-partner.
Divorce involving a business
If one of the partners owns a business, this can make the divorce particularly complex. At Simmelink Lawyers, we understand that the interests of the business must be protected and that a fair division of assets is essential. Our lawyers assist you in safeguarding both your personal and business interests during the divorce process.
International divorce: What if you or your partner lives abroad?
An international divorce often brings additional legal challenges, such as conflicting jurisdictions and international legislation. Whether you live abroad or have a partner from another country, it is important to know which laws apply and how your rights are protected.
–Sophie van N., expat in Sydney
Second opinion and advice on family law and divorce
At Simmelink Advocaten, we understand that you may sometimes require one-time advice or a second opinion to gain more insight into your situation, determine the best approach, or provide background support during ongoing mediation.
Our attorneys provide independent advice and strategically collaborate with you on complex matters such as alimony, parenting plans, and asset division. This enables you to make decisions with confidence, ensuring that your interests are optimally represented, even in the most sensitive situations.
Want to know more about second opinions and advice in family law? We are happy to assist you further.
Post-divorce Support
A divorce does not always signify the end of legal issues. In the period thereafter, situations may arise where agreements need to be adjusted, such as changes in alimony, co-parenting arrangements, or financial distribution. At Simmelink Lawyers, we understand that this phase is equally important, and we are pleased to assist you.
Although as much as possible is established during the divorce, changing circumstances can render existing arrangements no longer suitable. Consider a change in income, a relocation, or evolving needs of children. This post-divorce support phase is often overlooked but can have significant consequences.
Would you like to know what steps you can take after the divorce? Please visit our page on post-divorce support for more information and legal advice.
