Navigating the Netherlands

Navigating the Netherlands. At first glance, public transport and public buildings in the Netherlands are accessible to people with disabilities wherever you travel. But what is it like in practice and how inclusive really is Dutch society?

Dogs ‘n’ cats… and ferrets?

For many, a pet is an important member of the family so when you move to another country, you take it with you. Even your ferret. Or perhaps you live in the Netherlands and are thinking about adding a bundle of fur to your life....

When to call a lawyer about work

When you’re confronted with an unpleasant situation in the workplace, as an expat it can be difficult to be sure of your rights and how to respond. So when exactly should you involve a lawyer? Here are four situations when you would be wise to...

A home of your own? Here’s how to start!

If you’ve decided to stay put in the Netherlands, you are probably starting to think about buying a home of your own. Here’s a list of nine things to consider before you take the plunge and become part of the home-owning community.

What expat couples in The Netherlands only often discover too late

Legal choices that seem simple at the time can become complicated when life becomes international. Most clients do not come to a family lawyer because they made careless decisions. They come because earlier decisions, which seemed sensible at the time, have unexpected consequences once a...