IAML Press Release - Legal Issues Important for Parents Using ARTS
Posted: 14 Jun 2013
Legal Issues Important for Intended Parents Using Assisted Reproduction and Surrogacy to Build Their Families
In a survey conducted by the International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (www.iaml.org) of its over 600 Fellows, an overwhelming 80% of divorce attorneys cited an increase in the use of assisted reproductive techniques during the past five years. The survey also revealed, 68.1% of respondents have noted that the laws in their jurisdictions are not adequate for the situations created by the use of assisted reproductive technology services (ARTS) and 58.8% were personally aware of unanticipated consequences as a result.
