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Surrogacy & Fertility Lawyers | Wollens Solicitors, Devon

Supporting the Creation of Modern Families

At Wollens, we specialise in assisting individuals and couples with creating modern families and resolving any related disputes. Our expertise extends to both same-sex and heterosexual couples, whether married or unmarried, from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

We can provide support in the following areas:

Surrogacy Planning
Many people believe surrogacy agreements are legally binding in the UK, but this is not the case. We can guide you through the legal position and advise on obtaining legal parenthood after your baby is born. Early legal advice is essential for a smooth surrogacy journey.

Parental Orders
Under UK law, you are not automatically the legal parent if you have a child via surrogacy. A Parental Order is required to transfer all parental rights and responsibilities to you, extinguishing those of the surrogate and her partner (if applicable).

Surrogacy Disputes
Legal issues can arise before a Parental Order is granted, such as disagreements with the surrogate or complications in birth registration. Early legal intervention can help resolve these matters efficiently.

Co-Parenting Agreements
For individuals choosing to co-parent outside of an intimate relationship, we prepare agreements to avoid misunderstandings and future disputes. We also handle disagreements about financial contributions or the role of donors in the child’s life.

Legal Status of Parents
The surrogate is deemed the legal mother at birth, even without a biological connection. We provide advice on the rights and responsibilities of all parties involved.

Our team ensures sensitive, tailored support to help you navigate this emotional journey with clarity and confidence.

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Get in touch with our team of Surrogacy & Fertility experts today to discuss your requirements. You can contact us via email Email or telephone us 01803 213251

Key Contacts

Alicia Clutsam

Solicitor

Alicia.clutsam@wollens.co.uk 01803 225125

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Amelia Smith

Solicitor

Amelia.Smith@wollens.co.uk 01803 225170

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Cate Jewell

Family Law Executive

Cate.Jewell@wollens.co.uk 01803 396629

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Lydia Murray

Solicitor

Lydia.Murray@wollens.co.uk 01392 301097

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Rachel Carter

Partner

rachel.carter@wollens.co.uk 01803 396637

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Testimonials

Wollens is approachable and a welcoming and supportive space. This is especially important when dealing with family law, as these can be highly emotive cases.

Deborah Baker’s wealth of knowledge is evident in how she has dealt with my cases. Deborah is realistic, grounded and professional throughout, while also managing to be sympathetic, encouraging and supportive in moments where needed. I wouldn’t hesitate to take her advice.

A good firm with a range of quality solicitors

The team at Wollens are extremely approachable and knowledgeable and are keen to understand the needs of their clients. My experience is that they are inquisitive as to the ways which other professionals can help their clients achieve good outcomes.

Victoria jumped straight into action and really made changes in my case. She was professional, calm, meticulous and caring. Thanks to Victoria and the team my children are home where they belong with no findings against me! I can’t thank her enough and could not recommend her more, she’s fantastic!

The team are able to work on multiple transactions at once. I deal with an all-female team of solictors and paralegals which is good to see!

The team is highly responsive to communications and gives a personable yet professional service.

Friendly, approachable, quick, knowledgeable, transparent on fees, high quality service.

All the individuals at the firm with whom I have interacted have time to listen and understand. They make an effort to address the needs of clients – whether in the context of home visits or working with time differences with overseas clients. At all times, the client comes first. The firm should be very proud of their team.

Very friendly and approachable team. You are dealing with one person who knows your case, not a different person each time. Accessible to non-English speakers – they use professional and accredited interpreters and translators which makes them stand out from the other legal firms in the area.

All team members are very professional and respectful in their dealings with clients and other legal representatives. The team has a wide breadth of experience.

The family team are highly experienced and specialised, providing exceptional service, top quality advice, representation and support to their clients.

This team is unusual as although there are more than one office in the area it focuses in providing a consistent high level of service to local people and having specialist knowledge and understanding of the region and its culture

Wollens were very professional – knew exactly what we needed and got on with it.

They are approachable, knowledgeable, have great strength in depth and offer a strong client service.

They are a forward-thinking firm.

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