Family/Children Law

Natalie Sutherland is head of the modern families department at Burgess Mee. She advises on a diverse range of issues relating to family and children law, including surrogacy, assisted reproduction and co-parenting agreements.

"Natalie's expertise in international surrogacy law is unmatched. Her exceptional proficiency is well respected in the industry, as is her unwavering commitment to clients."

"Natalie is hugely knowledgeable about international cases and always goes the extra mile for her clients."

"Natalie is a first class lawyer. Her expertise, knowledge and dedication are second to none. We trust her and feel that she always has our best interests at heart."

"Natalie is the guru on modern families, she is amazing."

"Natalie is hugely passionate and knowledgeable about surrogacy law and she always goes the extra mile for her clients"

Antonia Mee comes recommended for her representation of parents in international leave to remove cases. She also acts on children matters involving allegations of coercive control and abuse.

"Antonia is very empathetic and supportive, which is an effective combination."

"Antonia is very strategic, very no-nonsense and robust. She is very good on relocation cases."

"She is confident enough to give her clients firm advice and she has a genuinely conciliatory and realistic approach."

Peter Burgess handles private children disputes as part of his family law practice. He advises on cases concerning contact arrangements, leave to remove and abuse allegations, among others, and is also an accredited family mediator.

"Peter is a really good tactician and I have a lot of time for him."

"He is no-nonsense and gives the clearest of advice at every stage."

"Peter Burgess has a good tactical brain and is very collaborative in his approach."