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Surrogacy law

If you want to be a surrogate or use a surrogate when planning the birth of a child, it’s important to get clear supportive legal advice at every stage of the process.
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We don’t just look after you, we look out for you.  That means we bring you insights, advice and keep you up to date on all kinds of legal matters so you can keep ahead.

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We match a member of the team with the right expertise to every client, who will invest time getting to know you, who will look after your interests and ensure you have access to the whole firm when you need it.

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The legal and financial matters might be complex, but we aim to keep things straightforward and explain everything in terms that are relevant to you.

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Protect yourself and your child with expert legal advice on surrogacy

Understanding surrogacy law

Surrogacy is tightly regulated in the UK and can be legally complex. Early advice helps ensure everyone involved understands their rights and responsibilities. Please be aware that due to the Surrogacy Act 1985, surrogacy for commercial gain is prohibited, so we can’t give advice on surrogacy agreements.

Resolving surrogacy disputes

Sometimes disputes arise around surrogacy, such as the surrogate not giving the baby to the parents at birth. We can help either party with advice or applications to court, and can also represent you in court. We also offer mediation to reach an agreed way forward.

Parental orders and wills

To be recognised legally as the parents of the child, you must apply for a parental order. This must be done within six months of the child being born, and you can do this if you are married or are in a civil partnership. For single parents the law is more complex. 

Fixed-fee family law consultation

View our fixed-fee family law consultation page ,we offer compassionate, expert guidance from an experienced solicitor, focused on you and your next steps.

Updating your Will(s)

Just as when you become parents in any circumstance, it’s important to update your will. You will need to consider:

  • any wishes concerning the child
  • add a guardianship clause
  • your wishes relating to your pension
  • temporary provisions whilst the parental order is ongoing. 

At Tees, our specialist wills solicitors can help draft your will. 

The family team at Tees is led by dedicated and committed partners whose professionalism percolates through the whole department.

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Our expertise

Tees is a top-tier Legal 500 firm providing a full range of legal services to meet all your needs. We offer expert guidance in family law, including divorce mediation, court proceedings, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

Our clients include high-net-worth individuals with complex financial portfolios, as well as those with more straightforward needs. We also have a deep understanding of the agricultural sector, helping clients navigate the intersection of personal and business interests.

Our in-house independent financial advisers work closely with our legal team to offer seamless, expert advice. As they are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, we ensure all financial guidance is reliable, transparent, and fully accountable.

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