Civil and family law

Voluntary jurisdiction

Some personal or property matters require authorisation, a formal declaration or the involvement of a competent authority. We help identify the appropriate application and prepare the information needed to move it forward clearly.

How we can help

Identifying the application

We discuss what you need to resolve and assess whether a voluntary-jurisdiction application is appropriate. We identify who needs to participate and whether the matter belongs before a court, notary or another competent authority.

Documents and interested parties

We organise the certificates, decisions and background material supporting the application. We identify whose interests may be affected and the information needed to explain precisely what is being requested and why it is relevant.

Application and hearing

We prepare the application and relevant steps within the agreed scope. If a hearing or further information is required, we explain its purpose and help you prepare the documents and your participation in it.

After the decision

We review the outcome and its practical implications for your situation. Where further steps may be needed, such as registration or providing documents to another organisation, we identify what should be considered separately.

Frequently asked questions

Does every application go before a judge?

No. The competent authority and professional involvement depend on the particular application. We check this before defining how to proceed.

What happens if another person objects?

The effect of an objection depends on the type of application. We review the applicable rules and the options for continuing or using another procedure.

Tell us about your case.

We will help you find the right next step.

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