Document background
The Marital Settlement Agreement (Echtscheidingsconvenant) is a crucial legal document used in the Netherlands when couples decide to terminate their marriage through divorce. This agreement is required under Dutch family law to formalize the arrangements between divorcing spouses and must be executed before a Dutch notary. The document comprehensively covers all aspects of the divorce settlement, including property division, financial support, pension rights division under the Wet verevening pensioenrechten bij scheiding, and arrangements for children if applicable. It serves as both a legally binding contract and a roadmap for the post-divorce relationship between the parties. The agreement must comply with Dutch Civil Code requirements and may also need to address international aspects if foreign assets or cross-border elements are involved. This document is typically prepared with legal counsel and may require input from financial advisors, especially in cases involving complex assets or business interests.
