{"id":24947,"date":"2024-08-25T13:22:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-25T12:22:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/family-law\/"},"modified":"2026-05-06T10:02:09","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T09:02:09","slug":"family-law","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/","title":{"rendered":"Family Law"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"s-section\">\n<div class=\"s-section-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"s-grid-toc_main gb-element-94926826\">\n<div class=\"s-section-sidebar\">\n<div class=\"s-sidebar-block-toc gb-element-bf14a539\">\n<p class=\"gb-text\">On this page<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#In_brief\" >In brief<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#Themes_within_family_law\" >Themes within family law<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#What_does_a_family_law_attorney_do\" >What does a family law attorney do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#What_Falls_under_Family_Law\" >What Falls under Family Law?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#How_does_a_divorce_proceed_in_the_Netherlands\" >How does a divorce proceed in the Netherlands?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#What_do_you_arrange_for_children_during_separation\" >What do you arrange for children during separation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#How_is_alimony_calculated_and_modified\" >How is alimony calculated and modified?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#How_are_assets_divided_upon_separation\" >How are assets divided upon separation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#When_is_a_case_considered_an_international_family_matter\" >When is a case considered an international family matter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#Mediator_or_lawyer_what_suits_your_situation\" >Mediator or lawyer: what suits your situation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#When_is_a_second_opinion_useful\" >When is a second opinion useful?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#Our_Approach\" >Our Approach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#Practical_examples\" >Practical examples<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#Our_Attorneys_at_Law\" >Our Attorneys at Law<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#Discuss_your_situation_with_us\" >Discuss your situation with us<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/#Trust_and_quality\" >Trust and quality<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-section-main s-stack-2xl gb-element-6c76d265\">\n<p>Family law is the branch of civil law that regulates legal relationships within families: divorce, authority, alimony, parenting plans, and the division of assets. The legal core lies in Book 1 of the Dutch Civil Code, with additional European regulations and international treaties for cross-border situations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block s-content-block--filled gb-element-15683c21 block-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"s-content-block-narrow\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text gb-text-91da06c0\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_brief\"><\/span>In brief<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the event of a divorce or termination of a registered partnership, a lawyer guides the procedure, drafts the settlement agreement, and advises on arrangements regarding children, alimony, and assets. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce\/\">separation<\/a>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For minor children, a parenting plan is mandatory (Article 815, paragraph 2 of the Code of Civil Procedure) with agreements on authority, residence, visitation, and child support. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/parenting-plan\/\">the parenting plan<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alimony is calculated according to the Trema standards and can be modified in the event of a substantial change in circumstances (Article 1:401 of the Dutch Civil Code). The indexation for 2026 is 4.6 percent.  Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/alimony\/\">alimony<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In international situations, Brussels II-ter and Rome III determine which court has jurisdiction and which national law applies. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/\">international family law<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For those already being assisted by another firm, a <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/second-opinion\/\">second opinion<\/a> offers an independent legal assessment without you having to change lawyers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Themes_within_family_law\"><\/span>Themes within family law<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Family law comprises six main themes. Below is an overview with direct links to the relevant pages: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Separation. <\/strong><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce\/\">Separation<\/a> (legal dissolution via consultation, mediation, or proceedings), <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/\">divorce lawyer<\/a> (specialist for settlement agreements and court proceedings), <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce\/assets\/\">assets upon separation<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Children. <\/strong><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/parenting-plan\/\">Parenting plan<\/a> (authority, care distribution, residence, visitation).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alimony. <\/strong><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/alimony\/\">Alimony<\/a> (child and spousal support, calculation and modification according to Trema standards).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mediation. <\/strong><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/mediator-or-lawyer-divorce\/\">Mediator or lawyer for separation<\/a> (comparison of routes and what suits your situation).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>International. <\/strong><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/\">International family law<\/a> (separation, child abduction, cross-border asset issues).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Second opinion and appeal. <\/strong><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/second-opinion\/\">Second opinion<\/a> for ongoing proceedings, plus appeal within three months (Article 358 of the Code of Civil Procedure).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_a_family_law_attorney_do\"><\/span>What does a family law attorney do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A family law attorney advises and represents clients in divorce, Alimony, parental authority, visitation, parenting plans, division of assets, and international family matters. Family law attorneys are registered with the Netherlands Bar Association and litigate in the family chambers of the Dutch district courts and courts of appeal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Within family law, legal, financial, and relational issues often converge. A specialized lawyer maps out the various aspects before steps are taken, ensuring you make an informed choice about the route that suits your situation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Falls_under_Family_Law\"><\/span>What Falls under Family Law?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Family law regulates the legal relationship between partners, between parents and children, and the consequences of ending a relationship. The most important legal source is <a href=\"https:\/\/wetten.overheid.nl\/BWBR0002656\/\">Book 1 of the Dutch Civil Code<\/a> (marriage, authority, alimony, descent). In addition, Article 8 ECHR (right to family life) and the European Regulation Brussels II-ter (jurisdiction in cross-border family matters) are of importance.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to figures from Statistics Netherlands (CBS), over 25,000 divorces were granted in the Netherlands in 2024; approximately 35 percent involved marriages with minor children. In Simmelink files, we see that for separations with international aspects or complex asset structures, the lead time is generally longer than for standard divorces, mainly due to the additional analyses required for jurisdiction and applicable law. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_a_divorce_proceed_in_the_Netherlands\"><\/span>How does a divorce proceed in the Netherlands?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A divorce in the Netherlands proceeds through the court and requires a lawyer to file the petition (Article 815, paragraph 1 of the Code of Civil Procedure). The lead time is between two to four months in case of agreement and six weeks to six months in case of dispute, depending on the complexity and the court&#8217;s schedule. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The choice between mediation, collaborative divorce, or court proceedings depends on the degree of agreement and the nature of the disputes. Read more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce\/\">divorce procedure<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_arrange_for_children_during_separation\"><\/span>What do you arrange for children during separation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Parents with minor children must draw up a parenting plan upon divorce, in which agreements regarding authority, residence, visitation arrangements, and child support are established. The parenting plan is a legal requirement (Article 815, paragraph 2 of the Code of Civil Procedure) and must be attached to the divorce petition before the court can grant the divorce. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In practice, when there are disputes over care distribution, judges weigh three factors: the existing caregiving role of each parent, practical feasibility (work, place of residence, school), and the age and wishes of the child. In the absence of agreement, the judge can establish an arrangement themselves based on Article 1:253a of the Dutch Civil Code.  Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/parenting-plan\/\">the parenting plan<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_alimony_calculated_and_modified\"><\/span>How is alimony calculated and modified?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Netherlands, alimony is calculated based on need and financial capacity according to the Trema standards, the national calculation guidelines of the Alimony Standards Expert Group. Annual indexation applies automatically unless parents agree otherwise; for 2026, the indexation is 4.6 percent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Modification of both child support and spousal alimony is possible in the event of a substantial change in circumstances (Article 1:401 of the Dutch Civil Code), for example, in case of loss of income, remarriage, a new family, or a different care distribution. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/alimony\/\">calculating, modifying, and terminating alimony<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_are_assets_divided_upon_separation\"><\/span>How are assets divided upon separation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a divorce, assets and debts are divided according to the matrimonial property regime applicable to the marriage. Marriages entered into before January 1, 2018, fall by default under the general community of property; marriages thereafter fall under the limited community of property (Article 1:94 of the Dutch Civil Code), where pre-marital assets, inheritances, and gifts remain private property. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In complex asset situations (own business, director-major shareholder structure, share portfolio, or multiple real estate properties), additional analysis is required. In Simmelink files, we see that the valuation of a business and the tax consequences of allocation are often more decisive than the legal qualification alone. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce\/assets\/\">division of assets upon separation<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_a_case_considered_an_international_family_matter\"><\/span>When is a case considered an international family matter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An international family case occurs when parties have different nationalities, one of them lives or works abroad, the marriage was concluded abroad, or assets are present in multiple countries. In those cases, additional regulations apply that determine which court has jurisdiction and which national law is applicable.  Within the European Union, the <a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/NL\/TXT\/PDF\/?uri=CELEX:32019R1111\">Brussels II-ter Regulation<\/a> determines which court has jurisdiction for divorce and authority matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hcch.net\/en\/instruments\/conventions\/full-text\/?cid=24\">Hague Convention on International Child Abduction<\/a> applies to child abduction. Simmelink Lawyers assists expats, families with multiple nationalities, and clients with assets abroad.  Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/\">international family law<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mediator_or_lawyer_what_suits_your_situation\"><\/span>Mediator or lawyer: what suits your situation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mediation is suitable for divorces in which both parties can still consult with each other and are willing to reach agreements together. Having one&#8217;s own lawyer is appropriate for situations where interests diverge significantly or where a party requires legal protection. In both routes, a lawyer is ultimately required to file the petition with the court.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both routes are not mutually exclusive. A lawyer can provide input alongside a mediation process or give a second opinion on agreements reached during mediation. Read more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/mediator-or-lawyer-divorce\/\">choice between mediator and lawyer<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_a_second_opinion_useful\"><\/span>When is a second opinion useful?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A second opinion in a family law case is an independent legal assessment of your position and the strategy followed, without requiring you to change lawyers immediately. Simmelink Lawyers provides second opinions for ongoing proceedings regarding divorce, alimony, parenting plans, and international family matters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An appeal against a court order in family matters is possible within three months of the ruling (Article 358 of the Code of Civil Procedure). The grounds are determined by law and the deadline is final. Timely assessment of the ruling is therefore important: a second opinion provides that review within the appeal period. Read more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/second-opinion\/\">second opinion and appeal procedure<\/a>.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Approach\"><\/span>Our Approach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Simmelink Lawyers works on an hourly basis with one dedicated lawyer per file. The approach is focused on peace of mind and strategy: bringing structure and overview to a situation that is under legal and personal pressure. No rotating file handlers, no unexpected transfers.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The process follows fixed steps. During an intake interview, we start the legal assistance and a file is opened. During a consultation, you discuss your situation legally at an hourly rate, without further work following.   After your registration, our secretariat will contact you within one business day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clients meet us at our office in Maarssen or fully remote via secure video calling, throughout the Netherlands and internationally. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/\">our method<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/rates\/\">rates and costs<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_examples\"><\/span>Practical examples<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">International separation with children in two countries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A family with two nationalities requested guidance for their divorce after the partners had moved to different countries. The children stayed alternately in both countries, and the question of which court had jurisdiction and which law applied to the parenting plan required an analysis of Brussels II-ter and the children&#8217;s habitual residence. After a legal assessment, a route was determined that aligned with the best interests of the children and the legal position of both parents in their respective countries.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Entrepreneur with a complex asset structure upon separation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A director-major shareholder requested guidance on the division of assets, where both the value of the business and a pension scheme under own management had to be assessed. The prenuptial agreement proved to be open to interpretation on several points. The legal analysis of the asset position and the consultation on the division were deployed in parallel, aimed at an enforceable arrangement without court proceedings.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alimony modification after a decrease in income<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Following a dismissal, a client struggled to pay the established spousal alimony. The financial situation had changed drastically compared to the situation at the time of the original order. After assessing financial capacity and need, a request for modification was filed based on Article 1:401 of the Dutch Civil Code. The procedure led to a recalculation that was proportionate to the new circumstances of both parties.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Revising a parenting plan after relocation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Following a previous divorce, a parent requested a revision of the parenting plan due to a planned move to another province. The other parent contested the visitation arrangement. The legal assessment of both parties&#8217; positions, followed by consultation, led to an adjusted arrangement that took into account the new living situation and the best interests of the children.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-advocaten-block\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text\" id=\"advocaten\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Attorneys_at_Law\"><\/span>Our Attorneys at Law<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Simmelink Lawyers team specializes in family law, International family law, and inheritance law.<br\/>The lawyers combine legal expertise with international experience.<br\/>Clients are guided by one dedicated lawyer who oversees the entire process and communicates discreetly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In complex financial matters or an international component, a specialized lawyer is important.<br\/>We strive for legally correct, practically feasible agreements that give you predictability and peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3bd256ba\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-5dcdaabb gb-query-loop-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-23938 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/carla-simmelink\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Carla Simmelink\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/carla-simmelink\/\">Carla Simmelink &#8211; Family Law Attorney, International Family Law and Inheritance Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Family Law Attorney, International Family Law and Inheritance Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-29865 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/valerie-lingg\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Valerie Lingg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/valerie-lingg\/\">Valerie Lingg &#8211; Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-23939 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/eva-zaunbrecher-bosschlo\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Eva Zaunbrecher\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/eva-zaunbrecher-bosschlo\/\">Eva Zaunbrecher-Boschloo &#8211; Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Lawyer at Law (International) Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-36349 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/sophia-sips\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Sophia Sips\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-2048x2048.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/sophia-sips\/\">Sophia Sips &#8211; Family Law Attorney<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"s-quotes-block gb-element-b0365a51 testimonial-block\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"s-quote-card-icon gb-media-5cab658b testimonial-icon\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/quote.svg\" title=\"quote\">\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text s-quote-card-text testimonial-text\"><em><em>Clients are guided by a dedicated lawyer who oversees the entire file and communicates discreetly.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text s-quote-card-author testimonial-author\">Mr. Carla Simmelink, lawyer<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-be249d49 s-margin-vert-xl s-content-block\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-bfdf1120 gb-headline-text gbp-section__headline\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1e85dbd5 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d1310856 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-19f7b745 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-19f7b745\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What exactly does a family law lawyer do?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-52e77243\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-52e77243\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b299caa3 gb-headline-text\">A family law lawyer advises and litigates on divorce, authority, parenting plans, alimony, and division of assets. The lawyer exclusively represents your interests and guides the legal procedure from petition to ruling, including negotiations on the divorce settlement agreement and any subsequent proceedings. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3600de9f gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-ba8b12fe gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-ba8b12fe\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">How does a divorce procedure work?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-54bea308\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-54bea308\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-784447a0 gb-headline-text\">The lawyer files a petition with the court. If both parties agree on the terms, a joint petition can be filed. In case of a difference of opinion, one party files the petition and the other party can file a statement of defense. Read more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce\/\">divorce procedure<\/a>.   <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d7e7a6c6 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-361ea87d gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-361ea87d\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">When is mediation useful for divorce?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-c5948222\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c5948222\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-51ced355 gb-headline-text\">Mediation is useful if both partners are willing to consult and communication is still possible. A mediator guides the joint process. Having your own lawyer is wise if interests diverge significantly or if you want independent legal guidance. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/mediator-or-lawyer-divorce\/\">mediator or lawyer for separation<\/a>.   <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fc394c18 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-8dd43315 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-8dd43315\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Can alimony be modified after a ruling?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-d545942c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d545942c\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c9e904f9 gb-headline-text\">Yes, alimony can be modified if circumstances have changed substantially (Article 1:401 of the Dutch Civil Code). Whether that is the case and what the legal options are depends on the specific facts.  This is general information and does not constitute individual legal advice. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/alimony\/\">modifying alimony<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2191c498 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-6cfa744c gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-6cfa744c\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What does family law assistance cost at Simmelink?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-3ecf938b\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3ecf938b\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-6bc463d5 gb-headline-text\">Simmelink Lawyers works on an hourly basis. The costs depend on the complexity of the case and the scope of the work. The expected work will be discussed in an initial consultation. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/rates\/\">rates and costs<\/a>.   <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-695558d6 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-72796031 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-72796031\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Does Dutch law apply in an international divorce?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-156e1199\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-156e1199\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-93afb8a4 gb-headline-text\">Not automatically. In an international divorce, European regulations (Brussels II-ter, Rome III) and international treaties determine which court has jurisdiction and which national law applies. In most cases, the court of the country of habitual residence has jurisdiction. Early legal advice is important because the choice of court can have a major influence on the outcome, usually determining the rules regarding alimony and division of assets.   <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-element-eab29512\">\n<div class=\"s-btn-group gb-element-7313c4f1\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discuss_your_situation_with_us\"><\/span>Discuss your situation with us<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center s-fs-h5\">An early advisory meeting provides clarity on your legal position and the routes that suit your situation. 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The legal core lies in Book 1 of the Dutch Civil Code, with additional European regulations and international treaties for cross-border situations. 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