{"id":24874,"date":"2024-08-25T10:54:55","date_gmt":"2024-08-25T09:54:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/simmelink-lawyers\/"},"modified":"2026-04-29T00:04:44","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T23:04:44","slug":"simmelink-lawyers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/","title":{"rendered":"Simmelink Attorneys – Family Law, Inheritance Law & International Family Law"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Our practice areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Separation and family law<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Family law includes legal guidance regarding divorce, alimony, custody, and the division of assets. A divorce lawyer<\/a> guides you through the entire legal process – from initial advice to the implementation of agreements. More about divorce and family law<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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International Family Law<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

International family law governs legal issues involving multiple countries – due to nationality, place of residence, or marriage abroad. An international family law lawyer<\/a> assesses which law applies and which court has jurisdiction. More about international family law<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Inheritance Law<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Inheritance law governs the distribution of an estate after death, the validity of a will, and the position of heirs. An inheritance law lawyer<\/a> provides oversight and guidance in cases of conflict, disinheritance, and liability. More about inheritance law<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Change First Name in The Netherlands<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the Netherlands, a change of first name is a judicial petition procedure open to both adults and minors. More about the procedure, requirements, and costs can be found on the page changing first name<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Een eerste gesprek: intake, advies of second opinion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Simmelink Lawyers, you choose how you begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Intake interview<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During an intake consultation, we open a file and start the legal guidance. The lawyer who assists you knows your case from the first meeting until completion. After your registration, our secretariat will contact you within one business day. Schedule an intake<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consultation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An advisory consultation<\/a> provides insight into your legal position, the possible routes, and what you can expect. No file is opened. If you require further guidance after the consultation, we will discuss that. Schedule an advisory consultation<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second Opinion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For those who have already received advice or are involved in an ongoing procedure, a second opinion<\/a> is possible. We assess your situation independently, without a transfer of the file. Request a second opinion<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Method: one dedicated lawyer, from the first meeting to completion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Simmelink, a dedicated lawyer works on your file, supported by specialized legal experts who handle the substantive preparation. The lawyer who assists you also knows your case at the hearing. No internal referrals, no changes halfway through. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Should your personal circumstances change following a previous arrangement, you can also rely on us for the revision of alimony<\/a> or the parenting plan, either through consultation or through the court. It is not necessary to have been a client of ours previously. Read more about our methods and rates<\/g>. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The team at Simmelink Lawyers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Simmelink, a specialized team of lawyers, legal experts, and a legal secretariat works exclusively within family law, international family law, inheritance law, and name law. Your file is handled by a dedicated lawyer, supported by specialized legal experts who handle the substantive preparation. You have one point of contact – from the first meeting to completion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Carla Simmelink – Family Law Attorney, International Family Law and Inheritance Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n

Family Law Attorney, International Family Law and Inheritance Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Valerie Lingg – Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n

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Eva Zaunbrecher-Boschloo – Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n

Lawyer at Law (International) Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Sophia Sips – Family Law Attorney<\/a><\/h3>\n\n

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“Clients are guided by a dedicated lawyer who oversees the entire file and communicates discreetly.”<\/p>\nMr. Carla Simmelink, lawyer<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n

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What clients say<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Simmelink Lawyers assists clients with family law, inheritance law, and international family law. Read how clients have experienced the legal guidance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Simmelink brought clarity to an emotionally charged estate and meticulously handled the legal aspects.<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inheritance law – estate with multiple heirs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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As an entrepreneur with assets in multiple countries, I needed a firm that truly understands international separations. In-depth knowledge, quick responses, and always thinking three steps ahead. <\/em><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

International family law – divorce with assets in multiple countries<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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When my divorce also involved the visitation schedule and the parenting plan, I needed someone who looked beyond the legal procedure. Simmelink provided a long-term overview that I could no longer see for myself. <\/em><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Family law – divorce with parenting plan and visitation arrangements<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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