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11 March 2026

How can you prevent an inheritance from ending up with your child’s partner?

When drawing up a will, consideration is given to how the inheritance will be distributed. This is recorded in the will. A possible wish is to ensure that your future inheritance does not end up with your child’s partner.

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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.

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.

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.

12 May 2025

How Do You Become the Legal Father of Your Child?

The biological parents of a child are those whose DNA the child carries. The legal parents are the child’s recognised family members under the law. In this blog, we briefly explain how a man becomes — or can become — the legal father of a child.

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.

28 April 2025

Indexation of Child and Spousal Maintenance 2025

Each year, child and spousal maintenance payments are increased through statutory indexation. Today, I’ll explain more about the indexation of child and spousal maintenance in 2025.

12 March 2025

Mediation also offers benefits for financial settlement

A divorce is not only emotionally challenging but can also be complex in terms of legal and financial settlement. Even when no children are involved, mediation can still be a wise choice.

10 March 2025

Living together without a contract: what you need to know

Unmarried cohabitation without a cohabitation agreement (“informal cohabitation”) is becoming increasingly popular in the Netherlands.

27 January 2025

Relocating with Children: Consent Required from the Other Parent

Moving is a significant event, especially when children are involved. It becomes even more complex when parents are separated and share joint parental authority.