Natalie Sutherland
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Beatriz Asin
I feel immensely grateful for the extraordinarily efficient and formidable support. Thanks for your exemplary work and remarkable dedication. My case was particularly complex and highly charged with emotions, and you dealt with it sympathetically as well as with the utmost professionalism. You have my heartfelt thanks and total respect for delivering a first-class service. A big thank you for an outstanding result that has changed my children’s lives for the best. I cannot express enough my level of gratitude as you have lifted a huge weight off my shoulders. Natalie is brilliant, I could not have asked for a better solicitor. We need more people like her in this profession. There are not enough words to recommend her highly enough. THANK YOU
Patrick Killalea
We were the gay intended parents in a UK surrogacy arrangement. The relationship between us and the surrogate mother broke down early on in the pregnancy. We contacted A City Law Firm just before our son was born with concerns surrounding how we were being treated and the birth plan for our child and we were put in touch with Natalie Sutherland. Natalie acted on our behalf from that moment. When our son was born, the surrogate indicated her intention not to hand our baby over to us. What followed was an extremely difficult 6 months. Natalie was there for us every step of the way. Surrogacy disputes are rare, however Natalie’s knowledge in this area is unparalleled; she provided us with exceptional advice and knew exactly what to do and what the next step should be. Natalie is approachable, friendly and has a no nonsense attitude. As our case developed, Natalie helped us to prepare for court. This included lodging the appropriate applications as well as making her way through a very large amount of evidence and she turned what we were thinking and unable to express into exceptional written format. She was always available to answer our numerous questions and gave us clear, knowledgeable answers and advice. We were incredibly impressed that Natalie was able to see aspects of our case that we were blind to - being in the middle of it. Natalie immersed herself in our case and she knew it inside and out. She worked tirelessly to ensure we had the opportunity for the best outcome possible. She constantly gave us reassurance, no judgement, and was always there to help. Natalie sought and instructed an experienced barrister for our case also. A Parental Order is the desired outcome for any surrogacy agreement and in our case, consent for such was not given and therefore was not something we could obtain. This put us in a different area of the law and the outcome at court that we got was the best that we could have hoped for. The surrogate has had her Parental Responsibility restricted and our son is happy and healthy in our sole care. Natalie is truly an asset to A City Law Firm and indeed her profession. We would highly recommend Natalie and A City Law Firm to anyone who finds themselves in the unfortunate, stressful situation of a family legal battle.
Beatriz Asin
I feel immensely grateful for the extraordinarily efficient and formidable support. Thanks for your exemplary work and remarkable dedication. My case was particularly complex and highly charged with emotions, and you dealt with it sympathetically as well as with the utmost professionalism. You have my heartfelt thanks and total respect for delivering a first-class service. A big thank you for an outstanding result that has changed my children’s lives for the best. I cannot express enough my level of gratitude as you have lifted a huge weight off my shoulders. Natalie is brilliant, I could not have asked for a better solicitor. We need more people like her in this profession. There are not enough words to recommend her highly enough. THANK YOU
Patrick Killalea
We were the gay intended parents in a UK surrogacy arrangement. The relationship between us and the surrogate mother broke down early on in the pregnancy. We contacted A City Law Firm just before our son was born with concerns surrounding how we were being treated and the birth plan for our child and we were put in touch with Natalie Sutherland. Natalie acted on our behalf from that moment. When our son was born, the surrogate indicated her intention not to hand our baby over to us. What followed was an extremely difficult 6 months. Natalie was there for us every step of the way. Surrogacy disputes are rare, however Natalie’s knowledge in this area is unparalleled; she provided us with exceptional advice and knew exactly what to do and what the next step should be. Natalie is approachable, friendly and has a no nonsense attitude. As our case developed, Natalie helped us to prepare for court. This included lodging the appropriate applications as well as making her way through a very large amount of evidence and she turned what we were thinking and unable to express into exceptional written format. She was always available to answer our numerous questions and gave us clear, knowledgeable answers and advice. We were incredibly impressed that Natalie was able to see aspects of our case that we were blind to - being in the middle of it. Natalie immersed herself in our case and she knew it inside and out. She worked tirelessly to ensure we had the opportunity for the best outcome possible. She constantly gave us reassurance, no judgement, and was always there to help. Natalie sought and instructed an experienced barrister for our case also. A Parental Order is the desired outcome for any surrogacy agreement and in our case, consent for such was not given and therefore was not something we could obtain. This put us in a different area of the law and the outcome at court that we got was the best that we could have hoped for. The surrogate has had her Parental Responsibility restricted and our son is happy and healthy in our sole care. Natalie is truly an asset to A City Law Firm and indeed her profession. We would highly recommend Natalie and A City Law Firm to anyone who finds themselves in the unfortunate, stressful situation of a family legal battle.
Beatriz Asin
I feel immensely grateful for the extraordinarily efficient and formidable support. Thanks for your exemplary work and remarkable dedication. My case was particularly complex and highly charged with emotions, and you dealt with it sympathetically as well as with the utmost professionalism. You have my heartfelt thanks and total respect for delivering a first-class service. A big thank you for an outstanding result that has changed my children’s lives for the best. I cannot express enough my level of gratitude as you have lifted a huge weight off my shoulders. Natalie is brilliant, I could not have asked for a better solicitor. We need more people like her in this profession. There are not enough words to recommend her highly enough. THANK YOU
Patrick Killalea
We were the gay intended parents in a UK surrogacy arrangement. The relationship between us and the surrogate mother broke down early on in the pregnancy. We contacted A City Law Firm just before our son was born with concerns surrounding how we were being treated and the birth plan for our child and we were put in touch with Natalie Sutherland. Natalie acted on our behalf from that moment. When our son was born, the surrogate indicated her intention not to hand our baby over to us. What followed was an extremely difficult 6 months. Natalie was there for us every step of the way. Surrogacy disputes are rare, however Natalie’s knowledge in this area is unparalleled; she provided us with exceptional advice and knew exactly what to do and what the next step should be. Natalie is approachable, friendly and has a no nonsense attitude. As our case developed, Natalie helped us to prepare for court. This included lodging the appropriate applications as well as making her way through a very large amount of evidence and she turned what we were thinking and unable to express into exceptional written format. She was always available to answer our numerous questions and gave us clear, knowledgeable answers and advice. We were incredibly impressed that Natalie was able to see aspects of our case that we were blind to - being in the middle of it. Natalie immersed herself in our case and she knew it inside and out. She worked tirelessly to ensure we had the opportunity for the best outcome possible. She constantly gave us reassurance, no judgement, and was always there to help. Natalie sought and instructed an experienced barrister for our case also. A Parental Order is the desired outcome for any surrogacy agreement and in our case, consent for such was not given and therefore was not something we could obtain. This put us in a different area of the law and the outcome at court that we got was the best that we could have hoped for. The surrogate has had her Parental Responsibility restricted and our son is happy and healthy in our sole care. Natalie is truly an asset to A City Law Firm and indeed her profession. We would highly recommend Natalie and A City Law Firm to anyone who finds themselves in the unfortunate, stressful situation of a family legal battle.
Beatriz Asin
I feel immensely grateful for the extraordinarily efficient and formidable support. Thanks for your exemplary work and remarkable dedication. My case was particularly complex and highly charged with emotions, and you dealt with it sympathetically as well as with the utmost professionalism. You have my heartfelt thanks and total respect for delivering a first-class service. A big thank you for an outstanding result that has changed my children’s lives for the best. I cannot express enough my level of gratitude as you have lifted a huge weight off my shoulders. Natalie is brilliant, I could not have asked for a better solicitor. We need more people like her in this profession. There are not enough words to recommend her highly enough. THANK YOU
Patrick Killalea
We were the gay intended parents in a UK surrogacy arrangement. The relationship between us and the surrogate mother broke down early on in the pregnancy. We contacted A City Law Firm just before our son was born with concerns surrounding how we were being treated and the birth plan for our child and we were put in touch with Natalie Sutherland. Natalie acted on our behalf from that moment. When our son was born, the surrogate indicated her intention not to hand our baby over to us. What followed was an extremely difficult 6 months. Natalie was there for us every step of the way. Surrogacy disputes are rare, however Natalie’s knowledge in this area is unparalleled; she provided us with exceptional advice and knew exactly what to do and what the next step should be. Natalie is approachable, friendly and has a no nonsense attitude. As our case developed, Natalie helped us to prepare for court. This included lodging the appropriate applications as well as making her way through a very large amount of evidence and she turned what we were thinking and unable to express into exceptional written format. She was always available to answer our numerous questions and gave us clear, knowledgeable answers and advice. We were incredibly impressed that Natalie was able to see aspects of our case that we were blind to - being in the middle of it. Natalie immersed herself in our case and she knew it inside and out. She worked tirelessly to ensure we had the opportunity for the best outcome possible. She constantly gave us reassurance, no judgement, and was always there to help. Natalie sought and instructed an experienced barrister for our case also. A Parental Order is the desired outcome for any surrogacy agreement and in our case, consent for such was not given and therefore was not something we could obtain. This put us in a different area of the law and the outcome at court that we got was the best that we could have hoped for. The surrogate has had her Parental Responsibility restricted and our son is happy and healthy in our sole care. Natalie is truly an asset to A City Law Firm and indeed her profession. We would highly recommend Natalie and A City Law Firm to anyone who finds themselves in the unfortunate, stressful situation of a family legal battle.
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Burgess Mee Family Law
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United Kingdom
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Legal Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Partner
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Oct 2020 - Present
Burgess Mee Family Law is a Legal 500 recognised law firm with offices in Clapham, Hammersmith and Islington. As well as advising on all areas of family law, Natalie spearheads the firm’s modern families’ department where she deals with surrogacy, assisted reproductive technology law including donor conception and advises in respect of platonic co-parenting and known donor agreements. Burgess Mee Family Law is a Legal 500 recognised law firm with offices in Clapham, Hammersmith and Islington. As well as advising on all areas of family law, Natalie spearheads the firm’s modern families’ department where she deals with surrogacy, assisted reproductive technology law including donor conception and advises in respect of platonic co-parenting and known donor agreements.
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Progress Educational Trust
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Member Board Of Trustees
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Apr 2021 - Present
The Progress Educational Trust (PET) advances public understanding of science, law and ethics in the fields of human genetics, assisted reproduction, embryology and stem cell research. Its vision is to improve the choices for people affected by infertility or genetic conditions. Its mission is to educate and debate the responsible application of reproductive and genetic science. The Progress Educational Trust (PET) advances public understanding of science, law and ethics in the fields of human genetics, assisted reproduction, embryology and stem cell research. Its vision is to improve the choices for people affected by infertility or genetic conditions. Its mission is to educate and debate the responsible application of reproductive and genetic science.
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A City Law Firm Ltd
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United Kingdom
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Family and Child Law
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Jun 2019 - Oct 2020
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Consultant Solicitor
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Dec 2018 - Oct 2020
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Cambridge Family Law Practice LLP
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United Kingdom
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Partner
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Sep 2017 - Jun 2018
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Levison Meltzer Pigott
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United Kingdom
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Solicitor
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Oct 2008 - Sep 2017
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Bird & Lovibond Solicitors
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United Kingdom
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Solicitor and Trainee Solicitor
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Jul 2004 - Sep 2006
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Education
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Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd
Legal Practice Course, Commendation -
Aberystwyth University
Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law -
Liverpool John Moores University
Bachelor's degree, Screen Studies