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As we reflect on 2025 in family law, aside from the numerous landmark legal judgements we have received, one phrase
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Please be aware that if you choose to enter into a surrogacy agreement, a solicitor will be unable to offer any advice, due to the Surrogacy Act 1985 which prohibits surrogacy being for commercial gain.
While surrogacy agreements are not legally enforceable in England and Wales, many intended parents do still choose to enter into a surrogacy agreement, because it sets out important and often sensitive information ahead of the birth of the child such as:
You may find our page on fertility law useful also.
Often, intended parents considering surrogacy, worry about what will happen if the surrogate does not hand over the baby at birth. There are applications that can be made to the court by the surrogate or intended parents, through the Children Act and you should take specialist legal advice.
At Tees, we have expertise in resolving complex surrogacy disputes. We can represent parties in court on these applications. We also offer mediation, if appropriate, where we will meet you to identify and discuss the issues and reach an agreed way forward together.
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We have offices across Cambridgeshire, Essex and Hertfordshire, but we can help you wherever you are in England and Wales.
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To be recognised legally as the parents of the child, the intended parents must apply for a parental order. This must be done within six months of the child being born. You can apply for a parental order if you are married or are a civil partnership couple. For single parents the law is a little more complex.
Just as when you become parents in any circumstance, it’s important to update your will. You will need to consider:
At Tees, our specialist wills solicitors can help draft your will.
As we reflect on 2025 in family law, aside from the numerous landmark legal judgements we have received, one phrase
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