Carla Simmelink
Attorney at Law
About Carla Simmelink
Carla Simmelink is an experienced and strategic lawyer with over 21 years of expertise in family law, international private law, and inheritance law. She guides individuals, expats, and entrepreneurs through complex legal matters, often with an international character.
Her strength lies in sharp analyses and a solution-oriented approach. She thinks beyond the legal framework and helps clients regain overview, control, and direction – with consideration for both the legal and personal impact.
Clients appreciate her clear communication, decisiveness, and the trust she provides in difficult and emotionally charged situations. Her approach is not only legally strong but also resilient: focused on rediscovering peace, stability, and perspective.
Carla litigates when necessary, but what sets her apart from many lawyers who focus solely on procedures is her ability to look beyond the dispute. She seeks solutions that are legally sustainable and strategically valuable – choices that truly help clients in the long term.
She regularly works with international clients and litigates in both Dutch and English. As a lawyer, she is affiliated with the Dutch Bar Association and undergoes continuous education in the field of family law.
What drives her? Empowering people at a time when much is at stake – both legally and personally. A lawyer who thinks ahead, is clear, and stands by you when it matters most.
Register of Jurisdictions
Carla Simmelink is registered in the Register of Jurisdictions of the Dutch Bar Association in the following areas of law:
- General practice
- Persons & Family Law
- Private International Law
- Divorces
- Alimony
- Access Arrangements
- Parenting and recognition
- Law on Psychiatric Patients
Based on this registration, she is required to obtain a minimum of ten training points per registered main area of law each calendar year, as required by the Dutch Bar Association.
