An overview of the matters we handle

Law firm Van den Berghe - Vanduffel handles most of the issues that you as a private individual or business owner can face.

Law firm Van den Berghe - Vanduffel is located in the city centre of Tervuren. We are easy to reach during working hours: from Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 18:00.

Law firm Van den Berghe - Vanduffel can advise and assist in matters such as urgent and provisional measures, divorces, legal cohabitation, adoption, disputes about descendancy, temporary custody and other protective measures, mental illness, and so on.

Which marriage contract is best for you? What to do when a marriage dissolves? How best to approach the division of assets? Law firm Van den Berghe - Vanduffel knows all the possibilities and provides expert advice.

An ordinary inheritance is simple. Sometimes, however, an inheritance can be much more complicated. Who may inherit? And how to approach potential arguments after the fact? Law firm Van den Berghe - Vanduffel familiarises you with the facts relevant to your concrete situation.

Both tenant and landlord benefit from a rental agreement that both parties properly respect. What needs to be taken into account when drawing up a specific agreement? And what to do if one of the parties fails to meet its obligations? Law firm Van den Berghe - Vanduffel gives you expert advice on the relevant regulations.

Everyone is faced with issues of civil liability, insurance or traffic law from time to time. What happens when I have an accident or cause one? What if I am summoned because I drank too much or was guilty of speeding? We can also advise you concerning these questions. And of course, we also handle your defence if legal proceedings follow.

Minors come in contact with the juvenile court because they are in a problematic family situation or they have committed a crime. But even if there is not (yet) talk of the juvenile court, the assistance of a lawyer is certainly beneficial. For example when appearing before the Committee for Special Youth Care or before the Mediation Committee. Or in the context of restorative mediation or proceedings involving municipal administrative sanctions. Law firm Van den Berghe - Vanduffel is perfectly at home in these matters that concern both parents and minors.

Accused of a crime? Believe that there are extenuating circumstances? Or are you the victim in search of someone to look after your interests? In all of these cases, Law Firm Van den Berghe - Vanduffel can assist you.

It is to everyone's advantage that possessions are fairly allocated. How to correctly put such arrangements on paper? What to do when you feel harmed with respect to a specific issue? Law firm Van den Berghe - Vanduffel advises and assists, however small or large the dispute may be.

You are a creditor: how best to approach the matter? Or: You are insolvent. What are your rights? Both creditors and debtors are treated in attachment law. Many disputes might be avoided if you as retailer draw up good general terms and conditions. Law firm Van den Berghe - Vanduffel shows the way, giving you a clear view of the situation.

Architect, contractor, subcontractor, project developer: all have rights and obligations. What are their responsibilities with respect to your new construction or renovation? What means are available to you to hold them to these responsibilities. Law firm Van den Berghe - Vanduffel expertly defends your case.

Do pronunciations by Belgian judges have effect abroad? What to do if a case includes international elements? And is it possible that a foreign ruling or judgement could be applied in Belgium? Due to the many expats who live in and around Tervuren, we regularly receive such questions. Profit from our broad experience with private international law.