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In this edition of the Family & Fertility Law Podcast, Page Provan, Accredited Family Law Specialist, Bruce Provan discusses when it may be considered too late to do a property settlement in family law matters. 

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In this edition of the Family & Fertility Law Podcast, Award Winning Surrogacy Lawyer, Stephen Page discusses surrogacy in Sri Lanka.

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In this video, Award Winning Surrogacy Lawyer, Stephen Page discusses how to do surrogacy in New South Wales.

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Surrogacy in New South Wales is a complex yet vital topic for many looking to expand their families. The Surrogacy Act, which came into effect on March 1, 2011, transformed the landscape of surrogacy in the region, offering legal frameworks and protections for all parties involved.

To begin the surrogacy journey, intended parents must create an embryo, which involves navigating different IVF clinics. It's crucial to seek advice early on, as each clinic operates differently, but rest assured, the quality of IVF clinics in Australia is exemplary.

The formal surrogacy process consists of several key steps. Initially, a written surrogacy arrangement must be established and signed by the intended parents, the surrogate, and her partner (referred to as the birth mother and birth mother's partner). Before entering this agreement, it's paramount to ensure the surrogate is medically suitable to carry a child. This involves consultations with fertility specialists and possibly obstetricians.

Furthermore, fertility counseling is an essential step to ensure that all parties are prepared and informed about the surrogacy process. Both the surrogate and intended parents are required to obtain independent legal advice to ensure that their interests are protected.

Once everything is in order, the surrogate will give birth, and legal parentage must then be established. The intended parents typically apply for a parentage order to officially recognise them as the child's legal parents, a process that involves submitting affidavits and reports to the Supreme Court of New South Wales.

Though the application process aims to be efficient, delays can occur. Overall, navigating surrogacy is a journey that requires careful planning, legal advice, and understanding. As laws continue to evolve, it’s essential to stay informed about potential changes to the surrogacy framework in New South Wales.

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In this edition of the Family & Fertility Law Podcast, Award Wining Surrogacy Lawyer, Stephen Page discusses the surrogacy laws and process in Queensland. 

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In this edition of the Australian Family & Fertility Law Podcast, Award Winning Surrogacy Lawyer, Stephen Page discusses the current state of play in Argentina for people considering surrogacy.

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In this podcast, Award-Winning Family Lawyer, Stephen Page discusses the risks of social media and family law proceedings.

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In this edition of the Australian Family & Fertility Law Podcast, Multi-Award Winning Surrogacy Lawyer, Stephe Page discusses the Assisted Reproductive Technology Act (ACT).

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In this podcast, Page Provan Managing Director and Accredited Family Law Specialist, Bruce Provan discusses whether or not collaborative law works in family law disputes.

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In this edition of the Australian Family & Fertility Law Podcast, Accredited Family Law Specialist, Bruce Provan discusses the importance of prenups in circumstances where there may be a blended family.

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After the successes of the first (Cambridge, 2019) and second (Copenhagen, 2023) Forum, the  Nordic Centre for Comparative and International Family Law (NorFam) is proud to continue the trend of conferences in cities beginning with a ’C’. The 3rd International Surrogacy Forum will take place in Cape Town, South Africa! As previously, it will be co-organised by the International Academic of Family Lawyers (IAFL) and the  American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Family Law of the, who will be joined by the Law Faculty of the University of the Western Cape and the leading South African law firm Miller du Toit Cloete Incorporated. 

There are limited places available for the 3rd International Surrogacy Forum, so reserve your place as soon as possible at [email protected]. Booking will open soon on www.surrogacyforum.org.