{"id":36517,"date":"2026-03-20T09:34:22","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T08:34:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/family-law\/advocaat\/"},"modified":"2026-03-31T14:39:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T13:39:12","slug":"advocaat","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/advocaat\/","title":{"rendered":"Family Law Attorney"},"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\/advocaat\/#When_should_you_engage_a_family_law_lawyer\" >When should you engage a family law lawyer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/advocaat\/#Divorce_and_separation\" >Divorce and separation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/advocaat\/#Mediator_or_lawyer_what_suits_your_situation\" >Mediator or lawyer: what suits your situation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/advocaat\/#Alimony_parenting_plan_and_parental_authority\" >Alimony, parenting plan, and parental authority<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/advocaat\/#International_Family_Law\" >International Family Law<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/advocaat\/#Second_opinion_and_appeal\" >Second opinion and appeal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/advocaat\/#At_the_office_in_Maarssen_or_remotely\" >At the office in Maarssen or remotely<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/advocaat\/#Our_Attorneys_at_Law\" >Our Attorneys at Law<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/advocaat\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/advocaat\/#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<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<p><strong>A family law lawyer assists you with legal issues arising from family relationships, such as divorce, parental authority over children, alimony, and the division of assets.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a divorce, the lawyer guides the court proceedings, the settlement agreement, and the arrangements regarding children, alimony, and assets. More about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce\/\">divorce and family law<\/a>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If there are minor children, a parenting plan is mandatory. The lawyer reviews the agreements and advises on parental authority, residency, and child alimony. More about the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/parenting-plan\/\">parenting plan<\/a>.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alimony can be modified if circumstances change. A lawyer assesses whether a modification is feasible and guides the procedure.  More about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/alimentatie\/wijzigen\/\">modifying alimony<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In international situations, additional questions arise regarding the jurisdiction of the court and the applicable law. More about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/\">international family law<\/a>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For those already involved in proceedings elsewhere, a second opinion is sometimes the first step. More about a <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/second-opinion\/\">second opinion on family law<\/a>. <\/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=\"When_should_you_engage_a_family_law_lawyer\"><\/span>When should you engage a family law lawyer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases, people only seek legal guidance when a situation has reached a deadlock or when the other party has engaged a lawyer. However, early advice provides a better overview and more control over the possible routes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A family law lawyer is advisable in the following situations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You are considering a divorce or have entered into a conflict with the other party regarding the settlement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want to have agreements regarding children, parental authority, or alimony legally reviewed or recorded<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Existing agreements are no longer appropriate due to changed circumstances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International aspects are involved, such as a partner with a foreign nationality or assets abroad<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have doubts about your position in ongoing proceedings at another firm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>During a <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/advice\/\">consultation<\/a>, we map out your legal situation and discuss the possible routes, without any further work following unless you so desire.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Divorce_and_separation\"><\/span>Divorce and separation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A divorce is processed through the court. A lawyer is mandatory. Depending on the situation, there are several routes: a joint petition where both partners engage a lawyer together, a unilateral petition where each has their own lawyer, or <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/mediation\/\">mediation<\/a> for disputes where consultation is still possible.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lawyer guides the procedure, drafts or reviews the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/divorce\/echtscheidingsconvenant\/\">divorce settlement agreement<\/a>, and considers the long-term legal consequences. If children are involved, a <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/parenting-plan\/\">parenting plan<\/a> is mandatory. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can read more about the routes and steps 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=\"Mediator_or_lawyer_what_suits_your_situation\"><\/span>Mediator or lawyer: what suits your situation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether mediation is the right choice depends on the degree of agreement and the complexity of the situation. Mediation is suitable when communication is still possible and parties are willing to reach agreements together. A lawyer is advisable when interests diverge significantly, complex legal issues are involved, or when you want independent guidance.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In practice, both routes are not always exclusive: a lawyer can provide input alongside a mediation process or give a second opinion on proposals made during mediation. Depending on the circumstances, a combination is also possible. You can read more about the difference on the page <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/mediator-or-lawyer-divorce\/\">mediator or lawyer in divorce<\/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=\"Alimony_parenting_plan_and_parental_authority\"><\/span>Alimony, parenting plan, and parental authority<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After a divorce, agreements regarding <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/alimony\/child-support\/\">child alimony<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/alimony\/spousal-maintenance\/\">spousal alimony<\/a> may need revision if circumstances change. Consider income changes, a new family, or a child getting older. A lawyer assesses whether <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/alimentatie\/wijzigen\/\">modifying alimony<\/a> is feasible and guides the procedure.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The same applies to arrangements regarding children: <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/parenting-plan\/change\/\">modifying a parenting plan<\/a> is possible if the situation warrants it. The lawyer reviews whether the grounds are present and what the legal consequences are.  This is general information and does not constitute individual legal advice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"International_Family_Law\"><\/span>International Family Law<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When your situation involves multiple countries, due to nationality, place of residence, or assets abroad, additional rules apply regarding the jurisdiction of the court and the applicable law. This requires specialized knowledge of European regulations and international treaties. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simmelink Lawyers provides guidance in international divorces, child abduction, relocation, and cross-border asset issues. More about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/international\/\">international family law<\/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=\"Second_opinion_and_appeal\"><\/span>Second opinion and appeal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you already involved in proceedings at another firm and do you have doubts about the course of action? A <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/second-opinion\/\">second opinion<\/a> provides you with an independent legal assessment of your position and the possible routes, without you having to switch lawyers immediately. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you disagree with a ruling, an <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/hoger-beroep\/\">appeal<\/a> may be an option. The deadlines for this are short, and the grounds are determined by law. Timely advice is essential.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_the_office_in_Maarssen_or_remotely\"><\/span>At the office in Maarssen or remotely<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Simmelink Lawyers is located in Maarssen and assists clients from the Utrecht region at the office or entirely remotely via secure <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/contact\/video-conference\/\">video calling<\/a>. For clients outside the region or from abroad, remote guidance is a full-fledged option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For clients from Utrecht and the surrounding area, a <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/advocaat\/utrecht\/\">family law lawyer in Utrecht<\/a> is available to guide the proceedings at the Central Netherlands District Court.<\/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>A specialized lawyer is essential in complex financial situations or international components.<br \/>Our goal: legally correct, enforceable agreements that bring peace and clarity.<\/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 is the difference between a family law attorney and a mediator?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><\/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 lawyer represents the interests of one party and guides the legal procedure. A mediator guides both parties jointly in finding solutions, without being biased. In many cases, a lawyer and mediator work alongside each other. Depending on the circumstances, one route or the other may better suit the situation.   <\/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\">When is an advisory meeting useful?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><\/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 consultation is useful if you want to know what your legal position is, which routes are possible, and what the consequences are of the choices you are considering. You are not obliged to take further steps after a consultation. More about the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/advice\/\">consultation<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d7e7a6c6 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-361ea87d gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-361ea87d\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Can alimony be modified after the divorce?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><\/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\">Yes, in many cases, alimony can be modified if circumstances have changed significantly. Whether that is the case and what the legal options are depends on the specific facts.  This is general information and does not constitute individual legal advice. More about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/familierecht\/alimentatie\/wijzigen\/\">modifying alimony<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fc394c18 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-8dd43315 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-8dd43315\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Can a parenting plan be adjusted?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-d545942c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d545942c\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c9e904f9 gb-headline-text\">Yes. A parenting plan can be modified if circumstances have changed or if it no longer aligns with practice. In many cases, parents can reach an adjustment through mutual consultation. More about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/family-law\/parenting-plan\/change\/\">modifying a parenting plan<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2191c498 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-6cfa744c gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-6cfa744c\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What does a family law attorney cost?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-3ecf938b\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3ecf938b\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-6bc463d5 gb-headline-text\">Simmelink Lawyers works on an hourly basis. The costs depend on the complexity of the case and the scope of the work. The expected work will be discussed in an initial consultation. More about <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/rates\/\">rates and costs<\/a>.   <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\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\/\/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 A family law lawyer assists you with legal issues arising from family relationships, such as divorce, parental authority over children, alimony, and the division of assets. 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