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11
Jan
2026

Blog, Donor conception law, Fertility Law, Legal Parentage, Louisa Ghevaert, Modern Family Law, Parenting Law, Transgender Law

Transgender Parenting & Children Law: FZ v MZ & FZ v Y Council [2025]

FZ v MZ & FZ v Y Council [2025] EWHC 3338 (Fam) highlights complex legal issues transgender individuals face obtaining parental status and birth registration under English law, sometimes leaving them without automatic rights.

18
Dec
2025

Blog, Declaration of Parentage, Donor conception law, Fertility Law, Legal Parentage, Louisa Ghevaert, Parental Responsibility Law, Parenting Law, Transgender Law

FZ v MZ & FZ v Y Council [2025] EWHC 3338 (Fam): Transgender Legal Parentage & Birth Registration Dispute

FZ v MZ & FZ v Y Council [2025] EWHC 3338 (Fam) examined whether a transgender man with a GRC could be registered as father after his wife's private donor conception, highlighting legal gaps in parental registration for trans parents.

28
Nov
2025

Assisted Reproduction Law, Blog, Embryo Law, Genomics

Preimplantation Embryo Gene Editing: Is This A Step Forward?

"US startup Preventive, backed by tech giants like Sam Altman and Brian Armstrong, has raised millions for preimplantation embryo gene editing to prevent genetic diseases. However, this technology raises serious ethical and safety concerns.

31
Oct
2025

Blog, Fertility Law, Modern Family Law

National Fertility Awareness Week 2025

National Fertility Awareness Week (3-7 Nov) supports 3.5 million people in the UK facing fertility challenges. Theme: "Every Voice, Every Journey" - promoting informed choices about IVF, surrogacy, and donation.

16
Oct
2025

Blog, Parenting Law

National Adoption Week 2025

National Adoption Week (20-26 Oct) promotes diverse pathways to parenthood through adoption, from agency adoptions to step-parent adoptions and assisted conception, highlighting benefits for children and families.

13
Oct
2025

Blog, Modern Family Law, Parenting Law

Baby Loss Awareness Week 2025

On 15 October, Baby Loss Awareness Week concludes with the 'Wave of Light'. Organised by Sands charity, families across the UK light candles to honour babies lost too soon, fostering solidarity and combating isolation.

01
Oct
2025

Blog, Fertility Law, News

Breast Cancer and BRCA Genes: The Impact on Fertility

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the most common cancer in women with 56,000 UK cases annually. Campaigns like 'wear it pink' raise funds for research and show solidarity with patients.

24
Sep
2025

Blog, Louisa Ghevaert, Modern Family Law, News, Posthumous Conception Law, Surrogacy Law

British Fertility Society’s Creating Modern Families Day 2025

British Fertility Society Creating Modern Families Day (23 Sept, London) brought together fertility professionals for multi-disciplinary training. Louisa Ghevaert delivered a surrogacy law update and Q&A panel.

15
Sep
2025

Blog, Fertility Law, Modern Family Law, News

World Contraception Day & Reproductive Choice

World Contraception Day (26 Sept) raises awareness of reproductive health and family planning. Access varies globally due to legal, religious and health factors, impacting women's bodily autonomy and informed choices.

10
Sep
2025

Blog, Donor conception law, Fertility Law, Posthumous Conception Law

Stand Up To Cancer Day 2025 And The Impact On Male Fertility

Stand Up To Cancer Day (12 Sept) raises awareness and funds research. Cancer affects 1 in 2 people, impacting fertility. Highlights preservation: sperm banking, donor conception, adoption, posthumous conception.

09
Sep
2025

Blog, Parenting Law, Transgender Law

‘So Little Consensus and So Little Trust’; Gender Dysphoria, Cross-Sex Hormones and Finding the Balance Between A Child’s Wishes and Best Interests

O v P and Q [2024] EWCA Civ 1577 addresses a trans youth and parents balancing their child's wellbeing with long-term safety. Highlights wider debate on transgenderism and lack of medical consensus on trans-youth treatment.

05
Sep
2025

Blog, Modern Family Law, Surrogacy Law

UK Surrogacy: The Issue of Consent Following a Surrogate’s Traumatic Brain Injury Giving Birth

R & Anor v A & Anor [2024] EWFC 341: UK surrogacy case where court dispensed with surrogate's consent after traumatic brain injury at birth. Highlights medical risks and importance of legal safeguarding for all parties.

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