I am a real Frisian; down-to-earth, optimistic and strong. I like clarity and use clear language. I also do what I say, and say what I do. I am a good listener, and can pinpoint the problem quickly, while always paying attention to my client’s emotions, worries and needs. I also help my clients to put things into perspective. This can be very beneficial, especially in emotional cases.
As a specialist in the law of persons and family law, I can contribute to finding a solution in a variety of ways. As a mediator and collaborative divorce specialist, I help partners who wish to arrange their divorce together. As a lawyer, my aim is to work with the other lawyer to reach an agreement. If that does not succeed, I will act as my client's lawyer throughout the legal court proceedings and at the hearing.
I have extensive experience of international divorces and complex divorces involving entrepreneurs, and in the settling of prenuptial agreements.
As a guardian ad litem, I look out for the interests of the children. I also stand up for children’s interests in my role as lawyer and divorce mediator. As the child of divorced parents, I know how important it is for parents to put their children’s interests first during a divorce and for them to work on their relationship as parents.
Body and mind influence each other. I like to keep moving, both literally and figuratively and I exercise a lot in my free time; CrossFit, boxing, and boot camp in particular give me energy and strength. A strong mind in a strong body is my motivation.
Memberships
- vFAS: Association of Family Lawyers and Divorce Mediators
- MfN: Mediators Federation of the Netherlands
- DDe Association of Collaborative Professionals
Education
- Law and Business Administration (University of Groningen)
Additional languages
- English
- Frisian
Register Of Fields Of Law
I am registered in the register of areas of legal practice of the Netherlands Bar for the following principal and secondary 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 ciska
My experience with lawyer Ciska Elsinga and RWV was excellent! I am sincerely grateful for the exceptional legal assistance you provided me in my recent case. Your professionalism, dedication and expertise truly made a difference. Thanks to your guidance, I always felt well-informed and supported, which greatly reassured me during this challenging period. Your determination and commitment led to a positive outcome for which I am extremely grateful.
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Ciska Elsinga supported me in a mediation process regarding a divorce. My experiences with her have been very positive. A pleasant collaboration in which Ciska is legally thorough with an eye for the human side and relationships. With fast and adequate service she is a real support!
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Despite the unpleasant time, Ciska Elsinga pleasantly assisted me in realizing my divorce. Due to several circumstances, my divorce was more complicated, including an international aspect. Therefore, I was looking for a family law attorney with enough experience. Ciska came across as competent and gave me honest advice. The conversations I had with her were pleasant. She thought with me about the most appropriate solutions.
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