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02 September 2020
Issue: 7900 / Categories: Legal News
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NLJ this week: Surrogacy

‘The growth of surrogacy arrangements has increased dramatically over recent years, with the oldest recorded surrogate being aged 61 who gave birth to her own grandchild,’ writes Fiona Lyon, partner, Anthony Gold, in this week’s NLJ

‘Surrogacy arrangements have gained further prominence with stars such as Elton John, Robbie Williams, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kim Kardashian extending their family in this way.’ Lyon explores the legal and practical steps involved, and looks at two recent cases that highlight how the courts are willing to take a broad view to protect children’s rights.

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Issue: 7900 / Categories: Legal News
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

EIP—Stuart Malcolm

EIP—Stuart Malcolm

EIP strengthens Commercial practice with a new partner

Ellisons—Francesca Brown

Ellisons—Francesca Brown

Ellisons welcomes Francesca Brown to Family team

Shakespeare Martineau—Marie Bourke

Shakespeare Martineau—Marie Bourke

Shakespeare Martineau strengthens Sheffield regulatory practice with new hires

NEWS
A wide-ranging Civil Way column highlights developments from insolvency procedure to employment law, but one case stands out for its lessons on bankruptcy, family homes and digital communications
A sprawling Intellectual Property Office battle between House of Fraser and Frasers Property has delivered a masterclass in modern trade mark law
Courts in England and Wales and Singapore are increasingly confronting complex disputes over international child relocation as families become more globally mobile
The government’s long-awaited family law reform consultation could mark a turning point for domestic abuse victims navigating financial remedy proceedings, but significant challenges remain
A new commercial court pilot giving the public access to documents used in hearings, including expert reports, is raising difficult questions about transparency and privacy
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