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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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25 January 2021

3 Ways to get divorced in the Netherlands

Once you have decided that you want to get divorced, the next question for many internationals is “Can I get divorced in the Netherlands?”

11 January 2021

Mediation: an amicable breakup is a choice

The marriage/relationship is over and yet you separate in an amicable manner?

15 December 2020

The non-alteration clause in partner alimony

In this weblog I discuss the non-alteration clause in partner alimony, the possibilities for breaking it and a specific case in which the non-alteration clause was broken.

9 November 2020

Statutory indexation of child and spousal alimony 2021

Each year, child and spousal alimony (maintenance) is increased by annual indexation.

1 October 2020

How to get a prenuptial agreement in the Netherlands

Just like drawing up a will, in many countries it is normal to contact a lawyer (or solicitor) to draw up a prenuptial agreement.

22 September 2020

Authority, custody and moving internationally

Earlier this year, my colleague Susan Meijler answered the six most frequently asked questions about joint parental authority.

2 September 2020

Decided to get divorced? Here’s what to think about

The decision has been made, you want to get a divorce. Where do you start?

31 August 2020

A photo or vlog of your child on social media: “sharenting” in consultation

In today's digital society it is increasingly common for parents to share a photo or a video log (hereafter: "vlog") of their child via social media, such as Instagram or Facebook.

26 August 2020

The periodic setoff clause in practice

If you want to prevent your assets from becoming common because of your marriage, you can get married after making a prenuptial agreement.