16 February 2026
Before or during marriage, spouses often enter into a prenuptial agreement. In this article, we focus specifically on prenuptial agreements that were concluded many years ago.
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Who pays for the private investigator’s report?
The Arnhem-Leeuwarden Court of Appeal ruled that the costs of a private investigator’s report can be recovered from the maintenance recipient. This is happening more and more often.
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18 December 2025
Indexation of child and spousal maintenance 2026
Every year, child and spousal maintenance are increased through annual indexation. You can read more about the indexation of child support and spousal maintenance in 2026 in this blog.
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17 December 2025
Cohabiting as if married
An obligation to pay spousal maintenance can end upon remarriage or “cohabiting as if married”. In this article we discuss the burden of proof and recent case law, which has significant implications for both parties.
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11 December 2025
No maintenance contribution for young adult children in interim relief proceedings
For young adult children (aged 18 to 21), under Dutch law a (continued) maintenance obligation applies. This means that parents are required to contribute to their children’s living expenses and study costs, even after they have turned 18.
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13 November 2025
The business in the event of divorce in a (limited) community of property: how do reimbursement rights work?
In divorce proceedings, it often happens that one or both spouses own a business. This blog explains how businesses are treated when there is a (limited) community of property and whether reimbursement rights may arise.
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1 September 2025
Ex-partners wishing each other the best after divorce
In this article, we discuss a case in which the woman’s generosity after the divorce ultimately had some unpleasant consequences for the man.
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18 August 2025
International child law: which court has jurisdiction?
If you have a dispute with your ex-partner about matters concerning your children, you can ask the court to take a decision. In international situations, the question may arise as to which court has jurisdiction to decide about your children.
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6 August 2025
Divorce Day 2025
On Friday 12 September 2025, it will be Divorce Day. This day was established by the Association of Family and Inheritance Lawyers Divorce Mediators (vFAS). On Divorce Day, you can visit us for free personal advice.
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24 July 2025
Parental consent for holidays abroad: how does it work?
The summer holidays are just around the corner, and many families are preparing for a well-deserved break. For most parents, it is a joyful time to create memories with their children, discover new places and spend quality time together.
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