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Spousal Support and Cohabitation in Utrecht: What Are the Rules?

Cohabiting with a new partner can have major consequences for spousal support, especially spousal support, where the obligation can definitively end. Read more about the rules and burden of proof in Utrecht.

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Parental Authority in Utrecht: Rights and Duties

Parental authority in Utrecht encompasses the rights and duties to raise and care for a minor child and to make important decisions. Read more about who has authority, how long it lasts, and what to do in case of conflicts via the District Court of Midden-Nederland or the Juridisch Loket Utrecht.

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Out-of-Home Placement in Utrecht: What You Need to Know

Out-of-home placement in Utrecht means that a child temporarily does not live at home, but in a foster family or institution. Read more about the procedure, rights, and options in Utrecht.

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Children's Rights in Utrecht

Discover children's rights in Utrecht, as set out in the International Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC). Learn about participation, protection, and local authorities such as the District Court of Midden-Nederland.

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Pension Division upon Divorce in Utrecht

Upon divorce in Utrecht, you are entitled to a share of the pension built up by your ex-partner during the marriage. This process, pension equalisation, is regulated by law. Report this to the pension fund within 2 years.

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Name Change after Marriage in Utrecht

In Utrecht, after your marriage, you can choose which surname you want to use: your own name, your partner's name, or a combination. Discover the options and how to arrange this with the municipality.

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Mediation in Divorce in Utrecht

Mediation in divorce in Utrecht offers a quick, affordable, and less stressful way to make arrangements for your divorce with the help of a neutral mediator.

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Prenuptial Agreements in Utrecht: What You Need to Know

Learn everything about prenuptial agreements in Utrecht: what they are, why you need them, the costs, and how to draw them up via a notary.

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International Divorce in Utrecht: Legal Aspects and Procedures

An international divorce in Utrecht raises complex legal questions regarding jurisdiction and applicable law. Discover the procedures and key points via Rechtbank Midden-Nederland and Juridisch Loket Utrecht.

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Divorce Settlement Agreement in Utrecht: Your Guide to a Smooth Divorce

A divorce settlement agreement records all arrangements regarding your divorce. Discover what it contains and how to arrange it in Utrecht via the Central Netherlands District Court.

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Separation from Bed and Board in Utrecht: An Alternative to Divorce

Separation from bed and board in Utrecht is an alternative to divorce where the marriage remains legally intact, but cohabitation is no longer obligatory. Read more about the procedure and consequences.

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Marriage Ceremony in Utrecht

Discover how to get married in Utrecht, including the conditions, costs, required documents, and the process at the municipality.

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