Operation

In a divorce, I can work with both partners or on behalf of one of them.

Making appointments with both separating partners

During a policy discussion, I will meet both partners. Then I request the documents of the financial situation. Through an extensive letter I inform the partners about the legal rules and the results of the calculations. With this letter I give insight into the points that need to be agreed. The subjects are not separate from each other, I am looking for creative solutions.

If, after discussing the letter, the main points of the agreement are clear, I will make a draft covenant. During a meeting, I explain the covenant, so that it becomes clear what the consequences are for the future. After signing the covenant and parental plan, I'll hand over the settlement to a family lawyer. The lawyer applies to the court for divorce and informs the divorceing partners of the progress by e-mail.

After registration with the municipality there is still much to arrange. I inform the separate partners about the action points and, if necessary, engage other experts, such as the notary or the mortgage advisor.

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Introduction & inventory

  • Orientational conversation with both partners
  • Discussing wishes and expectations
  • Collection of financial data and relevant documents

.02

Insight & advice

  • Preparation of a comprehensive letter
  • Explanation of legal rules and calculations
  • Discuss options and search for agreement

.03

Record appointments

  • Capture appointments in a concept covenant
  • Discussion of the concept of covenant
  • Explanation of future implications

.04

Legal settlement & aftercare

  • Transfer to family law lawyer for divorce application
  • Updates on the progress of proceedings before the Court
  • Reminder for action points after registration with the municipality

Individual advice for one of the partners

Another way of working is if I get involved by one of the separating partners. I perform a role for this partner in the background, for example by giving a second opinion on the calculations made. In doing so, I fulfil a role as a questionbaak or sparring partner, so that my client is well prepared for the mediation conversations.