Blogs by 'Antoine de Werd'

21 October 2024

Stay together as parents for your children, even after a divorce

"Stay together as parents for your children, even after a divorce," says Children's Ombudsman Margrite Kalverboer in an urgent appeal to all parents. I would like to repeat this message in this article.

9 September 2024

Divorce Day 2024

On Friday, September 13, 2024, it is Divorce Day, established by the Association of Family and Inheritance Law Attorneys and Divorce Mediators (vFAS). On this day, you can come to us for free personal advice.

3 July 2024

Loss of mortgage interest when dividing the house

When dividing the joint house (for example, in the event of divorce or termination of cohabitation), it often happens that one party takes over the home with the mortgage, and the other party looks for new housing.

3 June 2024

What are the benefits of mediation part II?

Some of our family lawyers also work as mediators. I am one of them. Mediation in family law cases is on the rise. Nevertheless, some ambiguities about mediation still exist.

8 April 2024

Prenuptial agreements: the regular set-off clause

A common provision in prenuptial agreements is the ‘regular set-off clause’.

16 February 2024

Considerations when buying (valuable) art

What are the most important considerations when buying art?

29 January 2024

Child maintenance: the legal father vs the biological father

In some cases, the legal father may not be the biological father. Under Dutch law, the legal father is responsible for paying child maintenance.

14 August 2022

Everything you need to know about Divorce Day

Friday, September 9 is Divorce Day 2022, a day on which you can obtain free information about divorce from specialised lawyers.