13 April 2022
Moving home after divorce: with or without the children?
When you and your partner get divorced, there are many things to consider.
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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.
Read more31 March 2022
Applying for divorce in the Netherlands
This blog provides general information on divorce, discusses whether you can apply for divorce and the different "routes" to divorce in the Netherlands.
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6 December 2021
Taking the kids on holiday in corona time
Many divorced parents would like to take their children abroad this holiday.
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17 November 2021
Statutory indexation of child and spousal alimony 2022
Each year, child and spousal alimony (maintenance) is increased by annual indexation.
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25 October 2021
Take your time before starting divorce proceedings
The decision to separate from your partner and then go to court for divorce is one of the most difficult decisions in a person's life.
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20 October 2021
Breaking up after living together: what needs to be arranged for the children?
If you have been living together (cohabiting) and your relationship ends, making arrangements for the children can be a challenge.
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15 October 2021
Interesting ruling: Court ends alimony obligation because of cohabitation
I have already written about Article 1:160 of the Dutch Civil Code on a number of occasions.
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4 October 2021
Reimbursement rights between spouses and (registered) partners
Most marriages and registered partnerships do involve joint property.
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22 September 2021
Permission to vaccinate a minor child (against COVID-19)
Vaccinating children according to the Dutch National Immunisation Program is regarded as medical treatment for children.
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