{"id":34076,"date":"2025-11-30T19:31:52","date_gmt":"2025-11-30T18:31:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/"},"modified":"2026-04-20T20:43:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T19:43:11","slug":"divorce-lawyer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Divorce lawyer"},"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\/divorce-lawyer\/#What_does_a_divorce_lawyer_do\" >What does a divorce lawyer do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#How_much_does_a_divorce_lawyer_cost\" >How much does a divorce lawyer cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#How_does_the_divorce_procedure_work\" >How does the divorce procedure work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#Divorcing_with_children_what_does_the_lawyer_arrange\" >Divorcing with children: what does the lawyer arrange?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#How_does_the_division_of_assets_work_in_a_divorce\" >How does the division of assets work in a divorce?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#When_is_a_divorce_considered_international\" >When is a divorce considered international?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#How_does_the_guidance_at_the_office_or_remotely_work\" >How does the guidance at the office or remotely work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#Mediation_or_legal_proceedings_what_suits_your_situation\" >Mediation or legal proceedings: what suits your situation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#Practical_examples\" >Practical examples<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#Our_Attorneys_at_Law\" >Our Attorneys at Law<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#Consultation_or_intake\" >Consultation or intake?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#Trust_and_quality\" >Trust and quality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#Consultation_or_intake-2\" >Consultation or intake?<\/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<div class=\"s-content-block s-content-block--filled gb-element-15683c21 block-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"s-content-block-narrow\">\n<p class=\"gb-text gb-text-91da06c0\">In brief<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A divorce lawyer represents one party and looks after their legal interests in matters of divorce, alimony, parenting plans, and asset division.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A lawyer is legally required to file a divorce petition with the court (Art. 815 paragraph 1 CCP). A simple termination of a registered partnership without children can be done through the municipality. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If agreement is reached on all components, a divorce can usually be finalized within two to four months. If there is discussion regarding alimony, care arrangements, or assets, it takes longer. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The costs depend on the complexity, the assets, and whether the parties agree. Costs remain lower with consultation and mediation; they increase in the event of legal proceedings on multiple issues. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In an international divorce, European regulations determine which court has jurisdiction and which national law applies.<\/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=\"What_does_a_divorce_lawyer_do\"><\/span>What does a divorce lawyer do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A divorce lawyer advises and represents one party in the legal settlement of a divorce or termination of a registered partnership. The lawyer drafts the divorce petition or the settlement agreement, negotiates with the other party, submits documents to the court, and, if necessary, conducts the proceedings until the ruling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In practice, the guidance includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>drafting or reviewing the divorce settlement agreement with arrangements regarding alimony, assets, and children;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>filing the petition with the court;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>making and legally reviewing agreements regarding <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/alimony\/child-support\/\">child alimony<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/alimony\/spousal-maintenance\/\">spousal alimony<\/a>, and the division of assets;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>advising on the legal consequences of your choices, including in the longer term.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The lawyer provides input on the legal consequences of your choices and maintains an overview of the entire process. You can read more about the course of the procedure on the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce\/\">divorce<\/a> page. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_divorce_lawyer_cost\"><\/span>How much does a divorce lawyer cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The costs of a divorce lawyer in a straightforward situation where parties agree are usually \u20ac2,000 to \u20ac5,000. In legal proceedings involving disputes over alimony, care arrangements, or assets, costs will be higher, depending on complexity and duration. Simmelink works on an hourly basis and discusses the expected time investment in advance during the introductory meeting.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Factors determining the costs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Agreement between parties. A joint settlement agreement without legal dispute requires less time than a unilateral procedure with a statement of defense. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minor children. Drafting and reviewing the parenting plan and the alimony calculation based on the Trema standards requires extra attention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Size of the assets. A primary residence, pension rights (VPS Act), a business, or investments each require their own analysis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International aspects. If multiple countries are involved, extra steps are necessary for jurisdiction (Brussels IIter) and applicable law (Rome III).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>More information about rates can be found on the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/juridische-kosten\/\">legal costs in divorce<\/a> page. Would you first like to discuss your situation for orientation without opening a file? Then schedule an <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/advice\/\">advisory meeting<\/a>.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_the_divorce_procedure_work\"><\/span>How does the divorce procedure work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Netherlands, a divorce takes place through the court. The lawyer files a petition on your behalf. If both parties agree on the terms, a joint petition can be filed. In case of disagreement, one party files the petition and the other party can file a statement of defense.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The court assesses the petition and issues a divorce decree. That decree is then registered in the civil status records, after which the marriage is officially dissolved. Steps in the procedure:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Legal analysis of your situation.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Consultation on the route: mutual agreement, mediation, or legal proceedings.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drafting or reviewing the divorce settlement agreement.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Filing the petition with the competent court.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Court hearing, if necessary.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Registration of the decree in the civil status records.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more about the steps, the duration, and what you can expect on the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce\/divorce-procedure\/\">divorce procedure<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Divorcing_with_children_what_does_the_lawyer_arrange\"><\/span>Divorcing with children: what does the lawyer arrange?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a divorce involving minor children, a parenting plan is legally required under <a href=\"https:\/\/wetten.overheid.nl\/jci1.3:c:BWBR0001827&#038;boek=Derde&#038;titeldeel=Zesde&#038;afdeling=3&#038;artikel=815\">Art. 815 paragraph 2 CCP<\/a>. The plan contains agreements on care distribution, residence, contact, and child alimony, and must be attached to the divorce petition before the court can grant the divorce. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The court assesses whether the parenting plan is in the best interests of the child. If the parents are unable to reach an agreement, the judge can establish an arrangement themselves (Art. 1:253a Dutch Civil Code). The divorce lawyer discusses the options with you, negotiates the content, and ensures the plan is legally sound.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The amount of child alimony is calculated according to the Trema standards, the national guidelines used by all Dutch judges. Family income during the relationship, the financial capacity of both parents, and the care distribution play a role in this. You can read more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/parenting-plan\/\">parenting plan<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/alimony\/child-support\/\">child alimony<\/a> on the relevant pages.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_the_division_of_assets_work_in_a_divorce\"><\/span>How does the division of assets work in a divorce?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a divorce, communal assets are divided according to the matrimonial property regime applicable to the marriage. Marriages entered into before January 1, 2018, without a prenuptial agreement fall under the general community of property; marriages thereafter fall under the limited community of property, where pre-marital assets, inheritances, and gifts remain private property (Art. 1:94 Dutch Civil Code). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gemeenschap van goederen of huwelijkse voorwaarden<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For marriages entered into before January 1, 2018, without a prenuptial agreement, the general community of property applies. After that, the limited community applies: pre-marital assets and inheritances remain outside the community unless the parties have agreed otherwise. Prenuptial agreements can, in turn, deviate from both systems; the lawyer assesses which regime applies to your situation.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What issues often arise?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The primary residence: who continues to live there, how is the equity divided, and can the other party carry the mortgage independently?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pension: pension rights are equalized via the Pension Rights Equalization of Pensions upon Divorce Act (Wet VPS). Notification to the pension fund must take place within two years after the registration of the decree. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Savings, investments, and debts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A private company or DGA structure: this requires an independent valuation and analysis of the consequences for liquidity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more about the division on the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/vermogen-bij-scheiding\/\">assets in divorce<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_a_divorce_considered_international\"><\/span>When is a divorce considered international?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An international divorce occurs when parties have different nationalities, one of them lives or works abroad, or when assets in multiple countries are involved. In those cases, two questions arise: which court has jurisdiction, and which national law applies to the divorce itself? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Within Europe, the <a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/NL\/TXT\/?uri=CELEX%3A32019R1111\">Brussels II-ter Regulation (EU 2019\/1111)<\/a> determines which court has jurisdiction. The main rule: the court of the country where both parties had their last habitual residence, where one of them lives now, or where the respondent lives. Once competent, exclusive jurisdiction applies.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which law applies to the divorce itself is determined by the <a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/NL\/TXT\/?uri=CELEX%3A32010R1259\">Rome III Regulation (EU 1259\/2010)<\/a>. Within that regulation, parties may make their own choice of law; if they do not, tiered referral rules apply. For alimony, the EU Maintenance Regulation (No. 4\/2009) applies.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more about cross-border cases on the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/\">international family law<\/a> page. Are proceedings already underway elsewhere and are you unsure about the strategy? Then you can also request a <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/second-opinion\/\">second opinion<\/a>.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_the_guidance_at_the_office_or_remotely_work\"><\/span>How does the guidance at the office or remotely work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Simmelink Lawyers assists clients in three ways: at the office in Maarssen, by telephone, and via secure video calling. A physical appointment is not required: full legal assistance, including file management, negotiation, and litigation, can be provided remotely. Clients in the Netherlands and clients living abroad use the same services.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">At the office in Maarssen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The office in Maarssen is easily accessible from Utrecht, Amsterdam, Amersfoort, Hilversum, Amstelveen, Laren, Gooise Meren, and the surrounding areas. Clients from Utrecht form the largest group visiting our office; travel time is approximately fifteen minutes from the center of Utrecht. Personal meetings take place in a quiet, confidential environment.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Online guidance throughout the Netherlands and from abroad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Via secure video calling, Simmelink assists clients throughout the Netherlands and from abroad. This applies to expats with an international divorce situation, but also to Dutch nationals living abroad temporarily or long-term who wish to engage a Dutch lawyer. Read more about how this works in practice on the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/online-scheiden\/\">online divorce<\/a> page.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mediation_or_legal_proceedings_what_suits_your_situation\"><\/span>Mediation or legal proceedings: 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. In that case, parties maintain more control over the outcome and the agreements made are usually more sustainable. Legal proceedings are appropriate for situations where consultation is no longer possible or opinions differ fundamentally on essential points.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases, a combined approach is possible: consultation where possible, proceedings where necessary. Even within a mediation process, your own lawyer can provide input, for example, to legally review the draft agreements before they are signed. Discuss more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/mediation\/\">mediation<\/a> or the choice between consultation and proceedings in an advisory meeting.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\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\">Divorce with a private business<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A client had built a business with his partner during the marriage. Upon divorce, a discussion immediately arose regarding the value of the business and the extent to which it belonged to the community of property. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The core issue was the legal qualification of the business assets and the question of which provisions in the prenuptial agreement applied to them. By carefully mapping out the financial structure, a position could be taken regarding the division, and legal proceedings were avoided. The parties reached an agreement on the valuation and the division. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Divorce with children and an international component<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A client was divorcing a partner who lived and worked abroad. The question of which court had jurisdiction and which law would apply was not clear beforehand, nor were the arrangements for the children. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By separating the international and national aspects, a structure could be built step by step: first the jurisdictional question, then the parenting plan, followed by the financial agreements. The careful approach prevented the international component from blocking the national procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mediation followed by legal proceedings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A client had previously undergone a mediation process without result. The parties fundamentally disagreed on the division of the home&#8217;s equity and the amount of spousal alimony. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After analyzing the positions taken, a legal procedure was chosen for the alimony question, combined with an out-of-court settlement regarding the home. Depending on the circumstances, a combined approach can offer a workable way out where mediation alone yields insufficient results. <\/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\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<p>Written by <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/carla-simmelink\/\">Carla Simmelink<\/a>, family law attorney at Simmelink Lawyers.<\/p>\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\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>What exactly does a divorce lawyer do?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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 xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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 divorce lawyer guides you through the legal settlement of a divorce: the petition, arrangements regarding children, alimony, and assets, and, if necessary, representation during a hearing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases, strategic advice is also provided: which topics are suitable for consultation, and where a court ruling is required.<\/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\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Is a lawyer mandatory in a divorce?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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 xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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\">For a divorce through the Dutch court, a lawyer is legally required (<a href=\"https:\/\/wetten.overheid.nl\/jci1.3:c:BWBR0001827&#038;boek=Derde&#038;titeldeel=Zesde&#038;afdeling=3&#038;artikel=815\">Art. 815 paragraph 1 CCP<\/a>). Only in the case of a simple termination of a registered partnership without minor children can it be done through the municipality, by registering an agreement drawn up by a notary or lawyer. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9c223fe7 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-03d8e763 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-03d8e763\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Do I need a lawyer if my partner and I agree?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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 xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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-b35864f4\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b35864f4\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-00d01f06 gb-headline-text\">Yes. Even in a divorce by mutual agreement, a lawyer is needed to file the petition with the court. In addition, the lawyer checks whether the agreements regarding the home, alimony, and asset division are legally complete and sustainable. A joint lawyer is possible if both parties agree and their interests are not conflicting.  <\/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\"><strong><strong><strong>How much does a divorce lawyer cost?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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 xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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\">The costs vary from approximately \u20ac2,000 for a simple divorce with agreement to \u20ac10,000 or more for legal proceedings on multiple issues. Factors that play a role include the presence of minor children, the size of the assets, and the degree of agreement between the parties. Simmelink works on an hourly basis and discusses the expected costs in advance.  <\/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\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How long does a divorce take?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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 xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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\">The turnaround time varies greatly per situation. An uncontested divorce where parties agree on the terms can be completed within a few months.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An uncontested divorce where parties agree on the terms can be finalized within two to four months. In case of disputes over children, alimony, or assets, a duration of six to twelve months is realistic, depending on complexity and the court&#8217;s schedule. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-251f081f gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-57517665 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-57517665\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong><strong>What is the difference between a divorce lawyer and a mediator?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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 xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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-00c17d02\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-00c17d02\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3a8ceb02 gb-headline-text\">A divorce lawyer represents one party and looks after their legal interests. A mediator guides both parties jointly in reaching agreements, without taking sides. Both forms are not mutually exclusive; it is possible to have your own lawyer alongside a mediation process to oversee and legally review the draft agreements before they are signed.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-17b76ff4 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-ea2b0a04 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-ea2b0a04\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Can I divorce completely online?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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 xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/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-37b12810\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-37b12810\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-e9cffa41 gb-headline-text\">A divorce lawyer represents one party and looks after their legal interests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Simmelink offers full legal assistance via secure video calling for clients throughout the Netherlands and from abroad. The quality of service is identical to an appointment at the office; only the signing of certain documents may require a physical action for practical reasons. Read more about this on the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/online-scheiden\/\">online divorce<\/a> page.  <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consultation_or_intake\"><\/span>Consultation or intake?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many clients start with an <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/advice\/\">advisory meeting<\/a>: an orientation meeting at an hourly rate about your legal position, the possible routes, and what you can expect. No file is opened and you are not obliged to start a procedure. This is the most suitable route if you are still considering whether divorce is the right choice, or if you are uncertain about the legal possibilities.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you further along in your decision-making and do you want direct legal assistance? Then schedule an intake meeting. During an intake meeting, a file is opened and the lawyer begins the work: drafting letters, the petition, or the statement of defense. Contact us via the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/contact\/\">contact form<\/a> or call 030 &#8211; 30 787 32.    After your registration, our secretariat will contact you within one business day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text s-content-block\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trust_and_quality\"><\/span>Trust and quality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Simmelink Lawyers is affiliated with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.advocatenorde.nl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Dutch Bar Association<\/a>.<br\/>Read more about our <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/reviews\/\">reviews<\/a> or see how we work via our <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/\">working method<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\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=\"Consultation_or_intake-2\"><\/span>Consultation or intake?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Many clients start with an <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/advice\/\">advisory meeting<\/a>: an orientation meeting at an hourly rate about your legal position, the possible routes, and what you can expect. No file is opened and you are not obliged to start a procedure. This is the most suitable route if you are still considering whether divorce is the right choice, or if you are uncertain about the legal possibilities.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Are you further along in your decision-making and do you want direct legal assistance? Then schedule an intake meeting. During an intake meeting, a file is opened and the lawyer begins the work: drafting letters, the petition, or the statement of defense.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-text s-btn-primary s-btn--small\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/advice\/\">Schedule an appointment<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text\">Or contact us by phone via: <a href=\"tel:+31303078732\">030 &#8211; 30 787 32<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-34ac26a6\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-34ce7bbc\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-7a1d0082\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"93\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-7a1d0082\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/nederlandse-orde-van-advocaten-logo-300x93.png\" alt=\"Logo of the Dutch Bar Association\" title=\"Logo of the Dutch Bar Association\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/nederlandse-orde-van-advocaten-logo-300x93.png 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/nederlandse-orde-van-advocaten-logo.png 340w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7b78af02\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-cae6833a\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-cae6833a\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/RaadvRechtspraak.svg\" alt=\"\" title=\"RaadvJustice\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-07670684\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"340\" height=\"105\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-07670684\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/raad-voor-rechtsbijstand-high-trust-logo.png\" alt=\"Council for Legal Aid High Trust Logo\" title=\"Council for Legal Aid High Trust Logo\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/raad-voor-rechtsbijstand-high-trust-logo.png 340w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/raad-voor-rechtsbijstand-high-trust-logo-300x93.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 340px) 100vw, 340px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On this page In brief What does a divorce lawyer do? A divorce lawyer advises and represents one party in the legal settlement of a divorce or termination of a registered partnership. The lawyer drafts the divorce petition or the settlement agreement, negotiates with the other party, submits documents to the court, and, if necessary, &#8230; <a title=\"Divorce lawyer\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Divorce lawyer\">Lees meer<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":27868,"parent":24947,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":{"0":"post-34076","1":"page","2":"type-page","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"infinite-scroll-item","7":"resize-featured-image"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/34076","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=34076"}],"version-history":[{"count":23,"href":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/34076\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":37210,"href":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/34076\/revisions\/37210"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/24947"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/27868"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=34076"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}