Poe Kiely Hogan Lanigan

Fertility Law Ireland

Important Note: we do not accept any form of referral fees from any Clinic, Agency or any other party. Poe Kiely Hogan Lanigan is not commercially aligned to any clinic or agency, we do not refer clients and we do not accept referral fees from any party in any circumstances.

Essential Information About Surrogacy

Are you considering surrogacy as a means of starting or growing your family? This document outlines the essential information you need to know about surrogacy and provides a comprehensive overview of the surrogacy process, including the different types of surrogacy, legal considerations and other requirements. Read the guide now to learn more about this life-changing journey and make an informed decision about your path to parenthood. Read Now

Financial Q&A

This short guide looks at the implications of tax during your surrogacy journey and answers common questions about eligibility, expenses and the process invovled. Understanding the tax implications of surrogacy is often a crucial issue for intended parents and surrogates alike. Find out more and read the guide now. Read The Guide

Questions for your Surrogacy Clinic/Agency

Travelling overseas to pursue a family through Surrogacy can be a daunting process. One of the key areas of importance is that you must have complete faith in the ability and professionalism of your chosen Surrogacy Clinic/ Agency. We have therefore prepared a short list of some of the questions you need to consider when choosing your Clinic/Agency with questions ranging from the care of the Surrogate, the process, costs, donor eggs and legal obligations. Read The Questions Here.

International Surrogacy Update

In recent months there have been a number of developments regarding the introduction of legislation for both domestic and international Surrogacy in Ireland. We have therefore prepared this short list of some of the key areas you should be aware of which may impact you as you progress along your surrogacy journey. Read The Update

Emergency Travel Certificate Requirements

When a child is born through surrogacy outside of Ireland an Emergency Travel Certificate may be required to travel back to Ireland. This document outlines the supporting documents typically required in order to obtain this certificate. Please read to ensure you understand all the necessary documentation and information required. Read The Requirements

Practical Country Guides

If you are considering international surrogacy as your route towards parenthood choosing the right country to have your child is extremely important. Through our experience of helping intending parents across numerous countries we have teamed up with various legal experts from around the world to prepare a series of Practical Guides to Surrogacy. The aim of these guides is to help provide intending parents with an overview of the surrogacy landscape in each of the countries involved. Get The Guides

Chief State Solicitor's Office

The Chief State Solicitors Office represents the Irish State in the Irish Court proceedings. This document outlines the primary requirements of the Chief State Solicitors Office. Read Now



Webinars with International Lawyers

In addition to our series of Practical Country Guides we have also held a number of webinars with legal experts. These webinars are packed with a wealth of local knowledge and focus on the key areas of importance for Surrogacy in each of the countries involved. We hope you find these videos useful. Watch The Webinars Here

What People Say




The best decision we ever made was to proceed with surrogacy, the second best was working with Annette, Ger and all at Poe Kiely Hogan Lanigan Solicitors.



Recent Surrogacy Clients

When we first began seeking legal advice around International Surrogacy, we spoke to a number of legal firms and researched the various family law providers as much as we could. The day we had our first encounter with Annette Hickey at PKHL was in essence, the day that we as a family decided that we would now be equipped to face that journey together. Read More





Brian and Kathy Egan



We only have positive things to say about all the help and assistance you provided us both. From the very start of the process we felt that no question was too small and that we could contact either of you, by phone or email to discuss any small concerns we had. Read More




Recent Surrogacy Clients




Annette, Ger and her team were the calm oasis of advice, encouragement and legal clarity that helped us at every crucial stage, to realise our dream of bringing our precious baby home.



Recent Surrogacy Clients



Our journey through surrogacy was made so much easier thanks to Poe Kiely Hogan Lanigan Solicitors.The first time we met Annette and Ger I felt so much support and understanding that my mind was instantly put at ease. Read More




Keith and Cathy Wheatley



We can’t thank Annette enough for all her hard work and assistance. From the very start Annette made us feel comfortable on our surrogacy journey. Highly recommend Annette and team to couples starting their journey. Read More




Stephen and Theresa

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