Family lawyer for
international
families
My Services
l'enlèvement international d'enfants
Advice, mediation and court procedures.
Child Relocation
Prepare, get permission or prevent relocation.
International Parenting Plans
Practical, future proof, attention to cultural differences.
Parental Authority
Obtaining custody. Obtaining sole custody.
Traveling with Children
Get court permission for traveling abroad. Or ask the court for a travel ban.
Passports
Get permission to apply for a passport.
International Visitation
Must fit both families. Age appropriate.
Custody disagreements
Medical treatment. School choice. Social media exposure. Activities.
Médiation
Let me help you find solutions.
My Blog
Compensation for withdrawing travel consent
Court orders mother to pay compensation to the father for withdrawing her travel consent two days before father and child would departure A father had planned a holiday to Cape Verde with his daughter and new partner. The mother initially gave consent but withdrew it...
Father’s sudden relocation allowed by the court
A father relocated with the children without the mother’s consent. The mother requested the court to order him to return within two months. However, the court ultimately ruled that, despite the father’s failure to seek prior consent, his relocation was justified due...
Sole custody, but not allowed to relocate
Despite having sole parental authority, the mother is obliged to relocate back A mother relocated with her daughter to a place 200 km away from the father, without the father knowing. Although she had sole parental authority, the court of appeal ruled that the mother...
Relocation without permission must be undone
A father relocated with his children to a city 123 km away from their original home, without the mother’s consent or court approval. Although the court later granted him permission for the move, the court of appeal annulled this decision and ruled that a parent who...
Care arrangement from Dubai
Father obligated to continue the care arrangement every other weekend after moving to Dubai The children have their main residence with the mother in the Netherlands. Father does not need permission from the mother or the court to relocate to Dubai. However, the court...
Permission not required
Permission not required After the end of their relationship, the mother decided to move to a new residence with her daughter. The father requested the court to compel the mother to return to their original residence, claiming that she needed his consent to relocate....
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You can book an online appointment with me to discuss your case, obtain information, advice or a second opinion.
This also applies if your case does not concern the Netherlands, or if you do not wish to initiate proceedings yet.
The cost is 350 euros (excluding VAT). You can send me emails with relevant information prior to our meeting.