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7 May 2026

Waiving spousal maintenance by email: is that possible?

Can someone waive spousal maintenance through a simple email? This exact question arose in proceedings before the Rotterdam District Court. The case demonstrates that changes to maintenance arrangements must be handled with care.

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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.

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.