Entitlement to pension equalization after divorce?

Questioner

I am divorced in 2003 after a marriage of 29 years. At that time, nothing was arranged regarding my husband's pension. Can I still claim a pension equalization? And how should I arrange that. Bvd

Lawyer

You can find information about this at http://www.rijksoverheid.nl/documents-en-publicaties/brochures/2009/10/06/distribution-van-ouderdomspensioen-bij-scheid.html In general, you are entitled to half of the pension built up during the marriage. In the meantime, there are more and more pension funds that are prepared to do the equalization if both ex-partners submit a request together. If your ex-partner does not cooperate voluntarily, I advise you to seek legal assistance.