In special bonus episode, our new host, Ellie Osoba, is joined by Natalie Sutherland from the International Family Law Group for an inspiring conversation as Natalie shares her personal journey, what motivates her work, and her role in supporting intended parents as they navigate their family-building journey through My Surrogacy Journey Mexico City Pathway.
Natalie Sutherland
Natalie Sutherland is one of the UK's leading family and fertility lawyers, specialising in surrogacy, legal parentage, modern family building, and complex international family law matters. As a Partner at The International Family Law Group (IFLG), she advises intended parents, surrogates, and families navigating every stage of their journey, with particular expertise in UK and international surrogacy, known donor arrangements, embryo storage, and parentage law.
Recognised as a leader in her field, Natalie has acted in several landmark legal cases that have helped shape modern family law. She is ranked Band 1 for Children Law by Chambers & Partners, recognised as a Next Generation Partner by Legal 500, and was named among the Citywealth Top 75 Family Lawyers. Her work has also earned her Woman of the Year at the Women and Diversity in Law Awards.
Beyond her legal practice, Natalie is a passionate advocate for fertility awareness and law reform. She co-founded the award-winning In/Fertility in the City initiative, championing better workplace support for those experiencing infertility and fertility treatment.
In addition to her role at IFLG, Natalie is a trusted legal expert within the My Surrogacy Journey community, supporting intended parents through the Mexico City Pathway and helping families navigate the legal aspects of their surrogacy journey with confidence and compassion.
This podcast was recorded at My Surrogacy Journey's UK offices in Birmingham, edited by Steve Randall and brought to you by Talulah and The Duke Productions.
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