Curriculum Vitae

Lawyer

Expertises

Family law

Education

Law, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Memberships

Association of Family and Inheritance Lawyers Divorce Mediators (vFAS)

Publications

“New opportunities for biological fathers to have access to their child”, M.D. Verwoerd, Tijdschrift voor Familie- en Jeugdrecht (FJR), issue 2015/2.

Languages

Dutch
English
German

Marcella Verwoerd

Marcella Verwoerd is a lawyer and mediator at GMW advocaten and specialises in family law, with a focus on international divorces. She assists clients in matters relating to children and the financial settlement of a divorce.

In addition, she has extensive experience in advising and handling cases involving the dissolution of non-marital relationships, care and contact arrangements, parental authority, relocation, prenuptial agreements, division and matters concerning child and spousal maintenance.

Marcella regularly assists expats and international clients. Through her many years of working abroad, she has developed a strong understanding of different cultures, which helps her to carefully guide clients in international situations.

Marcella’s approach is characterised by a committed and personal touch. She is fully committed to her clients and is clear about what is (legally) possible.

Clients appreciate Marcella Verwoerd for her expertise, accessibility and personal approach. Read client experiences below.

‘‘Although the path of divorce was full of challenges, Marcella made the process much lighter and more understandable. Her support and guidance gave us enough room to take the next steps with confidence.’’

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10 June 2026

How should unequal contributions to a jointly owned pre-marital home be handled in the event of divorce?

On 21 March 2025, the Dutch Supreme Court clarified how unequal financial contributions to a home purchased jointly before marriage should be treated. Before the marriage, one partner may have a claim against the other because they contributed more to the purchase price. But what happens when the couple later marries under the regime of the limited community of property?

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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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7 May 2025

Collaborative Divorce: The Advantages of a Collaborative Approach

In this blog, we discuss what this method entails, what its advantages are and why it can be a good choice for couples going through a divorce.

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