For many NSW families who have pursued surrogacy overseas, the journey doesn’t end with the arrival of their child—it’s often followed by the complex, and until recently, unachievable goal of legal parentage recognition. For years, NSW parents have faced obstacles in securing the same rights as other families, leaving them in a position of legal uncertainty.
With the recent legal reforms in NSW, there’s now a path forward. This webinar is designed specifically for parents like you who want to secure these new rights and provide legal stability for their families. Join us to learn how the updated laws can finally give you the recognition your family deserves, the steps involved, and how to navigate this new legal pathway.
Why Attend?
If you’re a NSW parent who has used international surrogacy, this webinar is for you. You’ll gain:
Clarity on New Parentage Laws
Understand how recent reforms provide a pathway to legal parentage in NSW.
Guidance on Next Steps
Receive practical, step-by-step instructions on navigating the legal process.
Peace of Mind for Your Family
Learn how to secure legal stability and recognition for your family’s future.
Attending this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to take advantage of these new laws, ensuring your family receives the recognition it deserves. Don’t miss this chance to gain clarity on your family’s legal path forward.
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Sarah Bevan
Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers, Australia
Sarah Bevan is the current President of Surrogacy Australia and has been instrumental in lobbying for recent law reforms in NSW. Voted Australia’s Surrogacy Professional of the Year in 2024, she has specialized in family law for nearly 20 years and has been an Accredited Specialist since 2005.
What to Expect
Here’s what you’ll learn and experience during this 45-minute webinar, designed to provide essential guidance and practical answers for NSW families.
- Comprehensive Overview of the New Laws:
An in-depth look at the recent legislation and how it impacts families with children born through overseas surrogacy. - Practical, Step-by-Step Guidance:
Sarah will break down the process, from initial applications to final approvals, providing a clear path for families navigating these new requirements. - Live Q&A Session:
Have your unique questions answered in real-time, drawing on Sarah’s extensive experience with NSW family law and surrogacy cases.
Who Should Attend?
Whether you’re a NSW resident who has used or is considering overseas surrogacy, or simply someone interested in learning more about these new laws, this webinar is for you.
- NSW-based families who have completed surrogacy overseas and seek legal parentage recognition
- Intended parents in NSW considering international surrogacy and wanting to understand the legal pathway
- Family law professionals and advocates for family-building through surrogacy
- Anyone interested in learning how the new NSW parentage laws apply to families formed through surrogacy abroad
FAQs
Yes, if you can’t attend live, a recording will be available for purchase post-event for $20.
While tailored for NSW residents, anyone interested in understanding these legal developments is welcome to attend.
Absolutely! Our experts will host a live Q&A at the end of the session to address your specific concerns and questions.