When I was younger, I was attracted to the idea of studying hospitality, but after my first encounter with the law faculty I was immediately hooked. I discovered I have a strong passion for law and the legal profession. I love knowing what is legally possible and exploring the various ways to achieve optimal results for clients. My work revolves around my clients’ interests. I delve into their needs and involve them in every step of the strategy, so they know that I am by their side and serving their interests.
Family disputes often come with intense emotions. I understand and respect my clients’ feelings. My role is to help them find the necessary peace and clarity to identify and achieve solutions together.
My expertise encompasses divorces and related matters such as custody disputes, visitation arrangements, name changes, alimony and legal determination of paternity. Additionally, I am well-versed in inheritance law. I enjoy taking a deep dive into a case and uncovering what clients truly want, and then examining the legal possibilities.
I take a short, fast and direct approach to communication. I believe in responding promptly to questions and concerns, especially when – as is often the case in family law cases – the situation is emotionally charged. While I prefer to negotiate, I’m not a fan of endless discussions. If we can’t reach an agreement based on mutual understanding, I am also happy to present the case in court.
My children are a source of inspiration for me, particularly in my work. Being a mother myself helps me to understand the feelings, concerns and needs of other parents and to strive for solutions that are in the children’s best interests.
I previously spent more than seven years working at a law firm in Amsterdam, where besides family law I also handled lots of disqualification from driving cases. In early 2023, I made the transition to RWV Advocaten, primarily with a focus on family law and inheritance law – but I still have a strong interest in disqualification cases. The withdrawal of someone’s driving licence can have a significant impact on their life. In such cases, I am eager to support them with a clear strategy to regain their licence as soon as possible.
I enjoy being around people and spending time with friends and family. As a native of Brabant, I love socialising, dining out and parties. I played hockey for many years, but nowadays I stick to fitness, spinning and skiing.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.) – Tilburg University
- Master’s degree in Law (LL.M.) – Tilburg University
Additional languages
- English
Register Of Fields Of Law
I am registered in the register of areas of legal practice of the Netherlands Bar for the following principal legal areas:
- Law of persons and family law
- Inheritance law
This registration obliges me to obtain ten training points for each registered principal legal practice area in accordance with the standards of the Netherlands Bar.
what our clients say about charlotte
Support in a prolonged family matter. Truly involved, hardworking and empathetic. As a client, I felt seen and appreciated. Charlotte always prepared thoroughly for hearings, bringing extensive knowledge to the table — a quality that is not only pleasant for a client but also of great value in the courtroom. A wonderful combination of a pleasant personality and a diligent professional.
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I needed a lawyer to resolve a deadlocked situation—removing my ex-partner from joint liability for our mortgage. Thanks to Charlotte Houben’s expertise, skill, thorough consultations, empathy, decisiveness, and speed, it was successfully achieved. I had a very positive experience and was helped with a difficult case where others saw no solution. If you have a complex case, I would definitely recommend her.
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At RWV Advocaten, Charlotte Houben provided me with excellent support in handling my divorce, offering both understanding and support. Communication was clear, and all agreements were honored.
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