A California bill signed into law by Governor Jerry Brown late last week will provide reassurance and peace of mind to California intended parents, particularly same-sex intended parents, as well as intended parents who have [...]
Texas Settlement Affirms Birth Certificates Are Essential
A recent settlement in a federal lawsuit against the state of Texas may benefit LGBT intended parents by establishing the importance of an accurate, valid birth certificate in protecting children’s rights. The U.S [...].
I was highly honored recently, in my capacity as chair of the ART Committee of the American Bar Association’s Family Law Section, to receive the ABA Family Law Section Chair’s Cup award, presented by outgoing [...]
With the growing use of cryopreservation, a method of freezing for future use eggs, sperm or embryos, we’re also seeing a growing amount of litigation resulting from disagreements as to their disposition. Sometimes a couple [...]
UK Mom’s Quest to Fulfill Dying Daughter’s Wish Shows Importance of Cryopreservation Agreement
The UK Court of Appeal this week took steps to clear the way for a mother to help carry out the last wishes of her dying daughter to be a mother. From the UK Court of Appeal decision: The appellants’ daughter, A, was only [...]