What changes after a divorce?

Once a divorce is final, rights and obligations often change significantly. In practice, we see that:

• alimony agreements no longer align with changed incomes;
• parenting plans must be adjusted due to relocation or new family situations;
• agreements regarding assets, pensions, or tax consequences require revision;
• international aspects (relocating, living abroad) add extra complexity.

Timely legal aftercare prevents minor issues from escalating into legal conflicts.

When is post-divorce aftercare needed?

Post-divorce aftercare is valuable as soon as your situation changes or tension arises regarding existing agreements, for example in the case of:

• changes in income, job, or business ownership;
• relocation within the Netherlands or abroad;
• issues with payment or modification of alimony;
• adjustment of the parenting plan or visitation arrangements;
• cohabiting or remarrying with a new partner;
• questions about pension division or tax consequences.

We look ahead and assess what is legally necessary and prudent for peace of mind and sustainability.

The Simmelink Approach

Our aftercare is not a standard service, but a customized one. You can count on:

• Evaluation and revision of alimony and parenting agreements
• Strategic legal advice in the event of changed circumstances
• Discrete enforcement when agreements are not being met
• Guidance in international situations, such as emigration or expats
• Personal and confidential guidance, tailored to your family situation

You will always work with one dedicated lawyer who knows your file and maintains an overview.

Practical situations

Step-by-step plan (peace & structure)

Your aftercare process step-by-step:

Step 1 – Personal evaluation meeting
We discuss your situation, bottlenecks, and wishes in a confidential consultation.

Step 2 – Legal analysis
We assess existing agreements, risks, and legal options.

Step 3 – Concrete plan for the future
You will receive clear advice with actionable follow-up steps.

Step 4 – Revision of documents
Where necessary, we adjust settlements, parenting plans, or agreements.

Step 5 – Implementation and monitoring
We remain involved and check whether agreements continue to align with your situation.

Divorce arranged elsewhere

Aftercare for a divorce arranged elsewhere

Even if your divorce was handled by another firm, you can come to us.
We will carefully take over your file and offer a fresh, independent perspective — without unnecessary escalation.

Examples from our Practice

Co-parents

A couple with two children chose mediation to jointly draft the parenting plan. This way, we reached a workable arrangement without a lawsuit.

Divorcing entrepreneur

During the division of a family business, the mediator assisted with a financial overview and agreements on transfer.

International context

A Dutch-German couple divided their pension rights in both countries through mediation, under the guidance of one of our lawyers with knowledge of international family law.