Family law

Family law  in this day and age.

Family law is a comprehensive area of law, it often involves answering questions around the family. Legal agreements on matters involving divorce, the care of children and settling financial matters affecting, for example, your home or your business. We will help you resolve your disputes. This could also include an inheritance, a name change or advising on the drafting of prenuptial agreements. We have the ability to help you in and beyond the borders of the Netherlands. In addition to legal advice, we also pay attention to the relational undercurrents, look to the future with you and discuss the options best suited to resolving the disputes that have arisen. Our approach is holistic, focusing on the person, the child and the case.

When family law is relevant to you?

A family law lawyer is crucial when divorcing or terminating a registered partnership, establishing child access arrangements, or in disputes about alimony, your pension or your business. But also when you need advice on a cohabitation contract or drafting a parenting plan, guardianship or settling an estate. A lawyer can help you balance both the legal and emotional sides of a family law situation. Most lawyers are also trained as mediators.

We understand that family law issues are sensitive and can have a major impact on your life. That is why we not only offer legal assistance, but also listen to your personal story. Contact us today for a no-obligation consultation.

Our family lawyers in The Hague are at your service throughout the Netherlands and abroad

Are you looking for a family law lawyer? You are welcome to come to our office in The Hague. Our family lawyers have the right knowledge and expertise to assist you. Although our office is located in The Hague, we operate throughout the Netherlands. See below our team of relevant family law counsel.

Petra Beishuizen
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Chambers & Partners Family Law 2025 Guide

The Chambers & Partners Family Law 2025 guide covers family law in nearly 30 jurisdictions. The guide offers the latest insights in the areas of divorce proceedings, property division, alimony, prenuptial agreements, child care and maintenance, and alternative dispute resolution.

In this guide we provide an in-depth analysis of the most important legal developments and rules within Dutch family law.

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Team family law

Sandra Verburgt

Attorney at law/partner

Mariska Schreuders

Attorney at law

Nicole van Leeuwen

Attorney at law/mediator

Fabian Buizer

Advocaat

Petra Beishuizen

Attorney at law/mediator/partner

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