In an international divorce, spousal support laws may vary depending on where you live or where your (former) partner is located. Factors such as the country where the divorce occurs, the length of the marriage, and both parties' income come into play. In addition, differences in tax rules and social security systems can affect the amount and duration of alimony.
Our international family law attorneys can help you navigate these complex regulations. We have in-depth knowledge of international child support rules and cooperate with experts in various countries to ensure your best interests are represented.
Determining child support becomes more complicated when international issues are involved. Each country has its own standards and criteria for calculating child support. In addition, the collection of child support payments in another country can often be a challenge. Ensuring that child support agreements comply with international treaties such as the Hague Alimony Convention and the European Alimony Regulation is very important in international divorces.
Our attorneys will assist you in obtaining child support and help you collect it abroad. We strive to ensure that child support agreements are clear and enforceable, regardless of where you or your ex-partner is located.
Today, on International Parents' Day, my blog pays tribute to parents worldwide for the great efforts they make in the interests of their children. For parents who have reached constructive agreements with each other in a divorce situation, I take an extra deep bow. For parents in or after divorce who have not yet found a sustainable solution, I share three tips with a worked example based on the model of connecting communication to take advantage of.
On Rijksoverheid, it is stated that from 1 January 2023, the bill on recognition and joint custody linked, will come into force.
Each year, under the law, partner and child support contributions are increased by a percentage to be announced annually, known as statutory indexation, unless otherwise agreed.
According to Dutch law, as a stepparent you are obliged to contribute to the costs of your stepchild(ren). When are you legally a stepparent and when are you maintenance obligated for your stepchild(ren)? And is the stepparent's maintenance obligation the same as that of the legal/biological parent(s)? These questions are answered in this blog.
