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In The Netherlands, if a child is deemed at risk, child protection services can be called in. This can range from voluntary help to forced interventions. However, it is a stubborn myth that the authorities take children out of their homes easily. This article examines the role of child protection servicesRead more
A parent with sole custody traditionally has the right to decide all matters regarding their child without needing permission from the other parent. This includes moving abroad with the child if the parent so wishes. However, in recent years the rights of the other parent, usually fathers, are increasingly beingRead more
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed many things in the past few months. With social distancing and lockdown still in place all over the world, divorced parents can also face new challenges with visitation. What if your ex-partner is refusing visitation because of the risks Covid-19 may pose, but your childRead more
After divorce, maintaining a relationship with children can be challenging, especially when an ex-partner denies holiday permissions or access to passports. Dutch law supports parental relationships post-divorce, and parents can seek court injunctions if refusals occur. Timely legal action is essential to ensure holiday plans are not disrupted.
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Traditionally the answer to this question would be no, alimony is not equivalent to paying admittance to your children, but a contribution to their education and upbringing. However, many divorced parents find it very unfair having to pay monthly maintenance if there is no access to the child or theRead more