Family & litigation
Divorce by mutual consent in Luxembourg
Divorce by mutual consent is the fastest and most amicable way to divorce in Luxembourg: the spouses agree on all the effects of the divorce in an agreement (children, home, assets, maintenance), approved by the judge. Cerno Law Firm drafts and secures this agreement.
Legal content reviewed by Maître Cora Maglo, Avocate à la Cour, Liste I du Barreau de Luxembourg depuis 2009.
Mutual consent requires a comprehensive agreement between the spouses. A balanced and complete agreement is the key: it settles the children's residence, maintenance, the fate of the home and the division of the estate, and it becomes binding once approved.
The lawyer checks that your rights are preserved, anticipates the sensitive points (children, assets, debts) and avoids unbalanced agreements that are later contested. The firm's digital tools serve only to prepare the file and the collection of documents.
The need
You wish to divorce amicably, quickly and without conflict.
All the effects of the divorce must be settled in a solid agreement.
The risk
An unbalanced agreement, poorly arranged custody or an unfavourable division commit your future.
A poorly drafted agreement can become a source of later disputes.
How we intervene
Advice on the suitability of mutual consent, drafting of the divorce agreement and support through to approval.
Securing the effects on the children and the estate.
Practice areas
When to call on the firm
- Divorce quickly with a complete agreement.
- Arrange the children's residence and maintenance.
- Settle the fate of the family home.
- Divide assets and debts fairly.
Method
Our engagement process
- 1 Initial response within 48 hours
Understanding your situation
You set out your need through our secure form or during an initial discussion with the firm. We gather the essential information to quickly identify the issues, the risks and your objectives. Our digital tools serve only to organise this information.
A first clear view of your matter, with no wasted time.
- 2 Consultation within 72 hours
Legal analysis by the lawyer
Every matter is reviewed personally by Maître Cora Maglo, attorney at the Court. This analysis precisely characterises your situation, identifies the possible solutions and determines the strategy best suited to your interests.
Securing your approach before any action.
- 3 Quote within 24 hours after assessment
A clear proposal with no surprises
Before any intervention, you receive a detailed quote: scope of the engagement, planned steps, estimated timelines and applicable fees. No work is undertaken without your prior approval.
Deciding with full transparency.
- 4 Simple contract: 3 to 5 business days
Acting and defending your interests
The firm drafts, negotiates, advises or represents depending on the nature of the matter: contracts, companies, immigration, employment law, litigation or debt recovery. Every document and every strategy is developed under the responsibility of a lawyer registered with the Luxembourg Bar.
A legally sound and operational solution.
- 5
Follow-up through to resolution
You stay informed at every important step. The firm handles the follow-up of the procedures, answers your questions and delivers the documents or decisions, together with clear and actionable explanations.
Visibility, security and peace of mind through to the completion of your matter.
Documents required
- • Marriage certificate and any marriage contract
- • Situation and needs of the children
- • Inventory of assets, accounts and debts
Deliverables
- • Divorce by mutual consent agreement
- • Support through to approval
- • Advice on the effects (children, estate, maintenance)
Indicative timing
Divorce by mutual consent is considerably faster than a contested divorce; the timetable depends on the spouses' agreement and on approval by the judge.
Stated fees
Fixed fee for a divorce by mutual consent when the scope is defined, stated before any intervention.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is divorce by mutual consent in Luxembourg?
It is a divorce based on the agreement of both spouses, who settle all the effects (children, home, assets, maintenance) in an agreement approved by the judge. It is the fastest and least costly route.
Is divorce by mutual consent faster?
Yes. As soon as the spouses agree on all the effects, the procedure is considerably faster and more amicable than a divorce for the breakdown of the marital relationship.
Do you need a lawyer for a divorce by mutual consent?
Using a lawyer is strongly recommended: the agreement durably commits your rights over the children and the estate. The lawyer secures its drafting and ensures the balance of the agreement.
What does the divorce agreement contain?
It settles the residence and the upbringing of the children, parental authority, maintenance, the fate of the family home and the division of assets and debts.
Can you divorce by mutual consent with children?
Yes. The agreement must then precisely arrange the residence, visitation rights, parental authority and the contribution to the children's upbringing, in their interest.
How much does a divorce by mutual consent cost?
When the scope is defined, the firm proposes a fixed fee, stated before any intervention. The cost remains far lower than that of a contested divorce.
What happens in the event of disagreement?
If a full agreement is not achievable, divorce for the breakdown of the marital relationship remains possible. The firm advises you on the most suitable route and represents you.
Is the agreement final?
Once approved, the agreement takes effect and is binding on the spouses. That is why its drafting by a lawyer is decisive in order to avoid any later dispute.
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