In this video, world-renowned fertility and family lawyer Stephen Page walks you through the complicated legal maze of importing and exporting reproductive materials across Australia’s states and territories. The post Importing & Exporting Eggs, Sperm & Embryos into and out of Australia appeared first on Page Provan ..read more

Surrogacy remains a complex and evolving area of law in Australia, with strict regulations governing both domestic and international arrangements. While many intended parents seek surrogacy overseas, legal restrictions—such as prohibitions on commercial surrogacy and criminal penalties in some states—make it essential to understand the risks and legal implications. The post Surrogacy 101: A Growing Families Presentation by Stephen Page appeared first on Page Provan ..read more

If you're considering surrogacy in New Zealand, brace yourself for a challenging legal journey. Unlike in Australia, surrogacy laws in New Zealand operate under an outdated Adoption Act from the 1950s, creating a bureaucratic maze that can make the process incredibly difficult. The post What Has Happened Surrogacy in New Zealand appeared first on Page Provan ..read more

At the 10th Annual Melbourne Family Law Conference, hosted by The Education Network on 6 March 2025, leading family law expert Stephen Page presented a comprehensive paper on this pressing issue. The post Understanding Coercive Control in Family Law appeared first on Page Provan ..read more

When separating couples find themselves in a situation where their debts outweigh their assets, complex legal and financial challenges arise. This issue, often referred to as a "negative asset pool," requires careful strategy and patience to ensure the best possible outcome. The post Family Law: Care Issues & Financial Matters When the Debt is Greater Than the Assets – Negative Asset Pool appeared first on Page Provan ..read more

Soon when couples separate, it will be easier for courts to make orders about pets, so that there is clarity about who has Chase the dog, Harry the cat, or Goldie the goldfish. Australian Courts have always had the ability to make orders concerning pets or animals. For instance, in the 1980s, I acted in… Read More »Pets and Australian Family Law: Changes Coming in June 2025 The post Pets and Australian Family Law: Changes Coming in June 2025 appeared first on Page Provan ..read more

Divorce is tough, and figuring out what happens to your assets can be even tougher. But don’t worry—Bruce Provan, Managing Director of Page Provan Family & Fertility Lawyers, is here to break it all down for you! The post What Really Happens to Your Assets During Divorce? appeared first on Page Provan ..read more

In this video, Stephen Page shares his insights from my decades-long journey through surrogacy. From advising nearly 2,000 surrogacy journeys across Australia and 38 countries, he’s seen it all! The post The Job that Surrogacy Lawyers Hate Doing appeared first on Page Provan ..read more

Have you ever wondered what truly makes a surrogacy journey successful? In this eye-opening video, Stephen Page, one of Australia’s most experienced surrogacy lawyers, shares a surprising but crucial lesson he’s learned from handling nearly 2,000 surrogacy cases across 38 countries! The post One Thing You Need to Make Surrogacy Work appeared first on Page Provan ..read more

The road to parenthood through surrogacy may not always be smooth, but with the right approach, it's not a matter of if, but when you'll welcome your child. The post When Not If the Intended Parents Become Parents appeared first on Page Provan ..read more