At Simmelink Advocaten, specialized lawyers work in family law, inheritance law and international matters. We guide clients throughout the Netherlands and worldwide. Personal, strategic and discreet.
Whether it’s legal advice, guidance in a procedure, mediation or a second opinion: we provide clarity, overview and the right approach.
Who We Work For
Our clients are individuals and families in the Netherlands, but also Dutch people living abroad (such as in Singapore, New York or Norway), and expats living in the Netherlands who are dealing with family law or inheritance law.
We help with, among other things:
- Divorces, division of assets and pensions
- Alimony disputes
- Parental authority and visitation arrangements
- International family law issues
- Inheritance issues and conflicts over estates
- Name changes and document adjustments
We offer guidance in the way that suits you: via video calls, phone consultations or in person at our office in Maarssen.
Trust, Vision, and Expertise
At Simmelink Advocaten, we believe that legal advice requires more than knowledge of laws and regulations. It requires empathy, strategic insight, and the willingness to take responsibility. These values form the basis of our work.
We specialize in family law, international family law and inheritance law. But more importantly: we offer guidance in situations where legal and personal interests converge. Both in the Netherlands and worldwide.
Does this Sound Familiar?
Legal choices often affect more than just the law. They impact your family, your future, or your relationship with relatives. Whether you’re at the start of a divorce, have doubts about previous advice, or are dealing with a complex inheritance – you’re looking for someone who thinks along and looks ahead.
Our clients often engage us for:
Divorce and Family Relationships
- Dutch divorces requiring legal guidance
- International divorces or custody issues
- Second opinion during mediation with another lawyer
- Guidance or consultation during mediation (we are also mediators ourselves)
- Legal consultation before or during a procedure
Inheritance Law and Asset Matters
- Disputes over inheritance within the family
- Individuals with substantial assets or family businesses
Alimony, Custody, and Appeals
- Disagreements about alimony, custody, or visitation
- Advice on the possibility of appeal
International Family Law and Cross-Border Issues
- Expats or foreign clients with issues in the Netherlands
- Dutch people abroad with family law questions
Second Opinion and Strategic Advice
- Doubts about previous advice or need for a second opinion
- Legal consultation in complex situations or alongside an ongoing case
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Our Approach
Introduction and Analysis
We start with a clear conversation. We listen, analyze your situation and advise on possible approaches.
Legal Advice or Second Opinion
Do you already have a lawyer or mediator, or do you doubt the advice you’ve received? You can come to us for a second opinion or a strategic consultation.
Guidance, Mediation, or Procedure
We offer full guidance in your case, or act as a mediator if that’s more appropriate. Even when another lawyer or mediator is already involved, we can provide additional advice or take over the procedure.
Our Core Values
Accessible and Committed
We listen carefully, ask the right questions and clarify the situation.
Decisive and Result-Oriented
Our approach is strategic and realistic – without unnecessary steps. We think ahead and make choices that work for the long term.
Personally Tailored
Every situation requires a solution that fits your family, your relationship or your position.
Internationally Trusted
We have extensive experience in international family law and inheritance law. For clients abroad or with cross-border issues. We work effectively via online consultations or in a hybrid form.
What is legally correct is not always the same as what is wise.
We help you see the difference. And ensure that you make the right decision.
Why Clients Choose Us
- Specialized in family law, inheritance law, and international family law
- Extensive experience with complex situations – more than 500 cases per year
- Clear legal advice, second opinions and guidance in mediation
- Strategically strong, focused on calmness, overview and sustainable solutions
- Personal contact and involved guidance – also alongside other lawyers or mediators
- Clients in the Netherlands and worldwide – also via video calls or phone
- Combination of legal insight and human approach
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What Clients Say about our Approach
Legal matters are about more than laws and rules. Our clients choose Simmelink for the careful guidance, strategic advice, and personal attention. Read how they have experienced our collaboration.
They gave me peace of mind and overview in a period full of tension. That made the difference.
They immediately understood what was going on, both legally and emotionally. Clear language and a pragmatic approach.
I was unsure about the legal course I had taken. Their second opinion gave me clarity and confidence to make the right decision.
Our Attorneys at Law
At Simmelink Advocaten, you work with lawyers who specialize in family law, international family law and inheritance law. We work intensively together on solutions that are legally sound and personally do justice to your situation.
Our lawyers are approachable, respond quickly, and keep you continuously informed about the progress of your case.
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A Trusted Partner for Now and Later
Clients come to us for solutions, but often stay because of trust. We build lasting relationships, not because we have to, but because it naturally happens when you feel heard and understood.
Would you like to know what we can do for you? Feel free to contact us for an initial exploration.
Frequently Asked Questions
No problem. Many clients first contact us for strategic advice or to better understand their position. This is also possible if you haven’t made a decision yet.
We combine legal expertise with strategic insight and personal guidance. Our clients seek peace of mind, overview, and results.
Yes, many clients come to us for a second opinion or as a sounding board alongside an ongoing process.
Certainly. We are regularly asked for second opinions on complex divorces and inheritance matters. Even if you already have a lawyer or mediator, we can provide independent and strategic insights.
Yes. We regularly advise clients on their legal options, rights, and obligations even when there is no (ongoing) procedure or dispute. This can range from a brief question to a strategic conversation or guidance on what you need to arrange. We can also provide background support during ongoing mediation if desired, so you can make well-informed decisions.
No. In many cases, we first provide advice or offer background support. Litigation is never a goal in itself.
Yes, we support clients worldwide. Consultations take place via video call or phone, and documents are shared securely and digitally. Expats in the Netherlands can also fully rely on our services.
