{"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":"2026-05-06T10:02:10","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T09:02:10","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 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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\/#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\/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-3\" 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-4\" 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-5\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#What_does_a_divorce_lawyer_arrange_when_children_are_involved\" >What does a divorce lawyer arrange when children are involved?<\/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\/#How_are_assets_divided_in_a_divorce\" >How are assets divided in a divorce?<\/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\/#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-8\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#Mediation_consultation_or_procedure_which_route_suits_your_situation\" >Mediation, consultation, or procedure: which route 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\/#How_does_Simmelink_Lawyers_work\" >How does Simmelink Lawyers work?<\/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\/#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-11\" 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-12\" 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-13\" 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-14\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#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-15\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce-lawyer\/#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>A divorce lawyer files the divorce petition with the court on your behalf, drafts the settlement agreement, and represents your interests in arrangements concerning children, alimony, and assets. Total costs in the event of an agreement are usually between \u20ac2,000 and \u20ac5,000, with a 2026 court fee of \u20ac341 for a joint petition. <\/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>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 pursuant to Article 815 paragraph 1 of the Code of Civil Procedure (Rv). A simple termination of a registered partnership without children can, under certain conditions, be finalized without a judge via a notarial agreement. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If agreement is reached on all components, a divorce can be finalized within two to four months. In the event of disputes over alimony, care arrangements, or assets, it takes longer\u2014averaging six weeks to six months, depending on the complexity. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Total legal fees for straightforward situations range between \u20ac2,000 and \u20ac5,000. The 2026 court fee is \u20ac341 for a joint petition. Costs remain lower with consultation and Mediation; they increase in the event of legal proceedings involving multiple issues.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In an <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/\">international divorce<\/a>, European regulations determine which court has jurisdiction (Brussels II-ter, EU 2019\/1111) and which national law applies (Rome III, EU 1259\/2010).<\/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 the termination of a registered partnership. The lawyer drafts the petition or the settlement agreement, negotiates with the other party, submits documents to the court, and appears during a hearing. If the parties are in agreement, a single joint petition can be filed; in the event of a conflict of opinion, each party submits their own petition or defense.  <\/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 and conducting correspondence with the other party or their lawyer;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>drafting and legally reviewing agreements regarding child maintenance, partner alimony, and the division of assets based on the Trema standards and the applicable matrimonial property regime;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>advising on the legal consequences of your choices, including long-term aspects regarding pensions, tax implications, and international factors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\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 consist of two components: the lawyer&#8217;s fee and the court fee paid to the court. In a straightforward situation with agreement between the parties, total legal fees are between \u20ac2,000 and \u20ac5,000. The 2026 court fee for a joint divorce petition is \u20ac341. In legal proceedings involving disputes over alimony, care arrangements, or assets, costs will be higher, depending on the complexity and duration.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Four factors determine the final costs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The degree of agreement between the parties. <\/strong>A joint settlement agreement without legal disputes requires less time than a unilateral procedure with a statement of defense.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The presence of minor children. <\/strong>Drafting and reviewing the parenting plan and the alimony calculation based on the Trema standards requires extra attention. Alimony amounts are indexed annually; for 2026, the indexation is 4.6%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The scope and nature of the assets. <\/strong>An owner-occupied home, pension rights (Pension Rights Equalization after Divorce Act), a business, or investments each require their own analysis and valuation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>International aspects. <\/strong>If multiple countries are involved, extra steps are necessary for jurisdiction (Brussels II-ter) and applicable law (Rome III).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more about our <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=\"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. If the parties are in agreement, the procedure takes two to four months; in the event of a dispute, it takes six weeks to six months or longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The guidance process consists of six steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Legal analysis of your situation and your interests.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consultation on the route: mutual agreement, Mediation, or legal proceedings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drafting or reviewing the divorce settlement agreement and the parenting plan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Filing the petition with the competent court.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Court hearing, if necessary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registration of the divorce decree and settlement of the agreements made.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_a_divorce_lawyer_arrange_when_children_are_involved\"><\/span>What does a divorce lawyer arrange when children are involved?<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 Article 815 paragraph 2 of the Code of Civil Procedure (Rv). 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 pursuant to Article 1:253a of the Dutch Civil Code (BW). In practice, when dealing with 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.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The divorce lawyer guides the drafting, reviewing, and, if necessary, litigating of the parenting plan, ensuring that agreements are legally sound and in line with the &#8216;Tremanormen&#8217; (Dutch standards) for child alimony. For 2026, indexed child alimony will be increased by 4.6%.  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_are_assets_divided_in_a_divorce\"><\/span>How are assets divided in a divorce?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a divorce, the joint 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 after that date fall under the limited community of property (Article 1:94 BW), where pre-marital assets, inheritances, and gifts remain private property. Prenuptial agreements can, in turn, deviate from these main rules.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Four asset-related questions structurally arise in divorce files:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The owner-occupied home. <\/strong>Who will continue to live there, how will the equity be divided, and can the remaining party carry the mortgage independently?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pension rights. <\/strong>Equalization is handled via the Pension Rights Equalization after Divorce Act. Notification to the pension fund must take place within two years after the registration of the court order. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Savings, investments, and debts. <\/strong>Allocation requires an up-to-date financial overview and, for higher amounts, tax advice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Own business or DGA (Director-Major Shareholder) structure. <\/strong>Valuation, liquidity, and pension in private management require an independent analysis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>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\/\">assets in divorce<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\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. Both questions are not automatically answered with &#8220;the Netherlands&#8221;.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Within Europe, the <a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/NL\/TXT\/?uri=CELEX:32019R1111\">Brussels II-ter Regulation (EU 2019\/1111)<\/a>, which came into effect on August 1, 2022, 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 still lives, or where the petitioner has lived for at least six months or a year. Whoever files a petition first can establish jurisdiction in a particular country\u2014a &#8216;lis pendens&#8217; rule that can be decisive in fast-paced procedural tactics.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The law applicable to the divorce is determined by the <a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/NL\/TXT\/?uri=CELEX:32010R1259\">Rome III Regulation (EU 1259\/2010)<\/a>; for alimony, the 2007 Hague Maintenance Convention applies in most situations. For the applicable matrimonial property regime, the Matrimonial Property Systems Regulation (EU 2016\/1103) applies. Read more on the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/\">international family law<\/a> page.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mediation_consultation_or_procedure_which_route_suits_your_situation\"><\/span>Mediation, consultation, or procedure: which route suits your situation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mediation, mutual consultation, and legal proceedings are three routes to a divorce, each with its own profile. The choice depends on the extent to which parties can still consult with each other and the complexity of what needs to be divided or arranged. <\/p>\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 more sustainable. Legal proceedings are appropriate for situations where consultation is no longer possible, in the case of strongly diverging interests, or when a court decision is needed to make progress.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In files where agreement cannot be reached on one subject while the other subjects can be settled mutually, we more often see a combined approach work: consultation where possible, proceedings where necessary. Even within a Mediation process, your own lawyer can provide input to legally review the draft agreements or to protect your position on a specific sub-topic. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/mediator-or-lawyer-divorce\/\">mediation in divorce<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_Simmelink_Lawyers_work\"><\/span>How does Simmelink Lawyers work?<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. Clients are guided nationally and internationally, at the office in Maarssen, by telephone, or via secure video calling. A physical appointment is not a requirement for guidance: file management, negotiation, and litigation can be handled entirely remotely.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The process begins with an advisory meeting or an intake interview. During an intake interview, we start the legal guidance and a file is opened. During an advisory meeting, 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>International clients are guided from abroad via secure video calling: expats in an international divorce situation and Dutch nationals living elsewhere temporarily or long-term. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/\">our method<\/a> or schedule an <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/advice\/\">advisory meeting<\/a> directly. <\/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 an ongoing divorce case provides an independent legal judgment on your position and the strategy followed, without you having to switch lawyers immediately. Simmelink Lawyers provides second opinions for divorce proceedings, alimony disputes, parenting plans, and international divorces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An appeal against a divorce decree is possible within three months of the ruling (Article 358 Rv). 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=\"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 lay in the legal qualification of the business assets and the question of which provisions in the prenuptial agreement were applicable. In files with a business within the community of property, we see that the financial structure must first be analyzed before a position on division can be taken. By carefully building that analysis, a well-founded position on the division could be introduced based on the prenuptial agreement and the business structure.  <\/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 question of jurisdiction based on Brussels II-ter, then the parenting plan, followed by the financial agreements based on the applicable law. This careful approach prevented the international component from interfering with the substance of 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>In files where a Mediation process stalls on one or two subjects, we often see that a combined route works: legal proceedings on the subject where consultation is not possible, alongside mutual consultation or a settlement out of court on the remaining points. In this case, the alimony issue was litigated, alongside a settlement regarding the home. <\/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 divorce 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 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. In addition to that procedural role, the lawyer provides strategic input: which subjects are suitable for consultation, and where a ruling from the judge 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\">Is a lawyer mandatory in a 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-54bea308\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-54bea308\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-784447a0 gb-headline-text\">A lawyer is legally required to file a divorce petition with the court (Article 815 paragraph 1 Rv). This applies to both unilateral and joint petitions. A registered partnership without children can be terminated without a judge under certain conditions, but even then, legal guidance may be desirable.  <\/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\">How long does a divorce take 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-c5948222\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c5948222\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-51ced355 gb-headline-text\">If the parties are in agreement, a divorce can be finalized within two to four months. In the event of a conflict of opinion or complex asset or international aspects, the lead time increases to six weeks to six months, sometimes longer. The duration depends on the degree of agreement, the presence of minor children, and the scheduling capacity of the competent court.  <\/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 one lawyer assist both of us?<\/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\">A divorce lawyer acts for one party and represents their interests. In a joint divorce petition, one lawyer can guide both parties through the procedural filing, provided that the lawyer conducts an independent legal review and both parties agree in writing. When interests may diverge, two lawyers or Mediation is more appropriate.  <\/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\">How much does a divorce lawyer cost?<\/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\">Total legal fees for straightforward situations with agreement range between \u20ac2,000 and \u20ac5,000. The 2026 court fee for a joint petition is \u20ac341. In the case of legal proceedings or complex asset or international situations, costs will be higher, depending on the complexity. 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-414cf63d gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-866f5198 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-866f5198\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What is the difference between a mediator and a divorce lawyer?<\/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-a26fdcbd\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a26fdcbd\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-364b26bc gb-headline-text\">A mediator guides both parties together and is neutral. A divorce lawyer represents the interests of one party. Mediation is suitable for situations where parties are willing to consult; having your own lawyer is appropriate for strongly diverging interests or complex legal issues. A combined approach is frequently possible: mediation for the agreements that can be settled through consultation, and a lawyer for the legal review or for a specific sub-topic.   <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e455451e gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-22baf10c gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-22baf10c\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Can I handle an international divorce through 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-4f806360\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4f806360\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2ca64202 gb-headline-text\">Yes. Which court has jurisdiction and which law applies is determined by European regulations (Brussels II-ter and Rome III) and international treaties. The Dutch court has jurisdiction in most cases if you live in the Netherlands or if you have Dutch nationality. <\/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. After your registration, our secretariat will contact you within one business day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-text s-btn-primary s-btn--small\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/contact\/\">Schedule a consultation<\/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 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><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\/2024\/05\/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 A divorce lawyer files the divorce petition with the court on your behalf, drafts the settlement agreement, and represents your interests in arrangements concerning children, alimony, and assets. 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