Tag #Family Law

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Surge in LGBTQ+ individuals seeking parenthood support in the Netherlands

The Netherlands is witnessing a surge in LGBTQ+ individuals seeking guidance on parenthood, as evidenced by a recent Meer dan Gewenst foundation info session with 175 attendees, highlighting the need for legal recognition of multi-parent families and addressing the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ parents...

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Germany's Stalled Family Law Reform Leaves Multi-Parent Families in Limbo

The collapse of Germany's Ampel coalition halts a planned family law reform, leaving families with multiple parents, like 12-year-old Michi's, facing legal uncertainty and inequality regarding parental rights, healthcare access, and inheritance.

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Morocco's Family Code Reforms Face Feminist Backlash

Morocco's proposed family code reforms, presented on December 24th, include raising the minimum marriage age to 18 (with exceptions), shared parental legal representation, and adjustments to polygamy. However, feminist groups criticize the rejection of DNA paternity testing and the continuation of u...

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Spanish Court Rejects US Surrogacy Contract, Citing Exploitation and Commodification

The Spanish Supreme Court ruled against recognizing a US surrogacy contract, citing exploitation of the gestational mother and commodification of the child, emphasizing that such practices violate Spanish public order and the best interests of the child.

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French Legal Loophole Leaves Same-Sex Parent Without Custody Rights

Elise, a teacher trainer, is fighting for custody of her daughter, Rebecca, conceived via assisted reproductive technology (ART) in Belgium just days before France legalized same-sex ART, leaving her without legal recourse due to a legal loophole.

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Estate Planning in Canada: A Changing Landscape

This article discusses the shift in Canadian estate planning practices, moving away from traditional family-centric inheritance towards accommodating diverse relationships. It emphasizes the importance of clear communication and legal expertise to avoid potential disputes.

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Brazilian Court Recognizes Child with Three Fathers and One Mother

A Brazilian court legally recognized a ten-year-old child's three fathers and one mother after a six-year legal battle, highlighting evolving family structures and legal recognition of diverse family relationships in the country.

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International Custody Dispute: Italian and Spanish Courts Clash Over 11-Year-Old Boy

An 11-year-old boy, Daniel Arcuri Rivas, is at the center of a custody battle between his parents, with Italian courts consistently granting custody to the father and Spanish courts temporarily granting custody to the mother based on the child's statements, despite years of evaluations showing no ev...

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Dutch Double-Surname Law Faces Legal Challenges

In 2023, 8780 Dutch babies received double surnames, but 14 mothers failed to add their surname after separation due to the law requiring both parents' consent, prompting legal challenges and calls for reform.

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"Netherlands to End International Adoptions by 2030"

"The Netherlands will halt international adoptions by 2030, ending a practice marred by malpractice, and prioritizing children's best interests within their own countries and cultures; a six-year phase-out allows current procedures to conclude."

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\$1.7 Billion in Unpaid Child Support Prompts Call for Tax Office Intervention

A parliamentary committee report found \$1.7 billion in unpaid Australian child support, impacting 975,000 children, and recommends transferring responsibilities to the Australian Tax Office for improved enforcement and to address financial abuse costing \$5.7 billion annually.

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