Family Law Solicitor in Limburg –
clear paths through difficult times.
Separation, divorce and questions concerning children and assets are emotionally distressing. As a Specialist Lawyer for Family Law, Prof. Dr. Frank Martin will support you objectively, comprehensibly and with the necessary firmness – so that you can quickly find your footing again.
How we can support you
We support you objectively through divorce proceedings – as amicably as possible, as firmly as necessary.
- Process from the divorce petition to the decision of the family court.
- Year of separation, service of documents and requirements (breakdown of the marriage).
- Uncontested divorce: often quicker and more cost-effective.
- In contested divorces: consistent representation of your interests.
- Combination with related matters (maintenance, custody, assets).
Maintenance calculations are complex. We determine realistic amounts and enforce them – or defend against excessive claims.
- Child maintenance, separation maintenance and post-marital spousal maintenance.
- Calculation according to the Düsseldorfer Tabelle and adjusted net income.
- Claims for information and evidence to determine income.
- Adjustment in the event of changed circumstances (income, needs).
The child's welfare is the central focus. We seek viable solutions – amicably or in court.
- Parental custody, right to determine residence and contact arrangements.
- Priority of amicable solutions for the benefit of the child.
- Representation in proceedings before the family court.
- Contact arrangements also for grandparents and other close persons.
At the end of a marriage, jointly accumulated assets are equalised. We ensure a correct division of assets.
- Determination of the initial and final assets of both spouses.
- Consideration of gifts and inheritances (privileged assets).
- Claims for information and valuation.
- Enforcement or defence against equalisation claims.
Pension provision is also divided upon divorce. We keep an eye on your pension entitlements.
- Equalisation of pension entitlements acquired during the marriage.
- Review of the information provided by pension providers.
- Options for regulating or excluding the pension equalisation by agreement.
- Adjustment in cases of hardship.
Clear agreements provide certainty – before and during marriage, as well as upon separation.
- Marriage contracts (matrimonial property regime, maintenance, pension equalisation) – notarised upon request.
- Divorce settlement agreements for an amicable arrangement.
- Modified community of accrued gains and separation of property.
- Fair, balanced arrangements – also for entrepreneurs and property owners.
Your Family Law Solicitor in Limburg an der Lahn
Anyone looking for a family law solicitor or divorce lawyer in Limburg is usually in the midst of a distressing situation. Prof. Dr. Frank Martin is a specialist solicitor for family law and represents you in all family law proceedings: divorce, maintenance, custody and contact rights, equalisation of accrued gains, and pension equalisation. Where an amicable solution is possible, we pursue it – where disputes must be fought, we consistently represent your interests before the Family Court at the Amtsgericht Limburg and, in the second instance, before the Oberlandesgericht Frankfurt.
An advantage offered by only a few firms in the region: Prof. Dr. Martin is also a notary with his office in Limburg. Prenuptial agreements and separation and divorce settlement agreements are not only drafted by us, but can also be notarised from a single source. Our clients come from Limburg, Diez, Hadamar, Elz, Bad Camberg, Weilburg and Runkel, as well as from Montabaur and the Westerwald. Appointments are available at short notice – bookable online or by telephone on 06431 - 2 88 88 88.
Family law explained clearly
How does a divorce proceed?
As a rule, a divorce requires a one-year period of separation. After that, one spouse files the divorce application with the family court through a lawyer. The divorce is pronounced at the court hearing – often together with the pension equalisation. We will support you throughout the entire proceedings.
Who pays how much maintenance?
The amount of child and spousal maintenance depends on income, need and capacity to pay. The Düsseldorfer Tabelle serves as a guide for child maintenance. We calculate your entitlement and enforce it – or defend against excessive claims.
What does equalisation of accrued gains mean?
In a divorce under the statutory matrimonial property regime, the increase in assets accumulated during the marriage is equalised between the spouses. We determine the claims and represent you in the settlement.
Do we both need a lawyer?
Legal representation is required for filing the divorce application. In the case of an amicable divorce, it is often sufficient for only one spouse to be legally represented. We will discuss with you what makes sense in your case.
What does a family law solicitor cost?
The costs depend on the value of the proceedings, which in the case of a divorce is primarily determined by the spouses' income, and on the Rechtsanwaltsvergütungsgesetz (RVG). Before the mandate begins, we discuss the anticipated costs with you transparently. If income is low, legal aid for the proceedings (Verfahrenskostenhilfe) may be available – we will submit the application on your behalf.
Which family court has jurisdiction in Limburg?
For divorces, maintenance and child matters, the Family Court at the Amtsgericht has jurisdiction – for Limburg and the surrounding area, this is generally the Amtsgericht Limburg an der Lahn. We represent you there and, if necessary, in the second instance before the Oberlandesgericht Frankfurt am Main.
Let us discuss your situation in confidence.
The first step is often the hardest. We listen and show you your options.