Santiago Martinez Founding Partner & Legal Representative

Santiago Martinez

Founding Partner & Legal Representative

Colombian attorney specializing in surrogacy and cross-border legal solutions, helping intended parents navigate complex international frameworks.

About Santiago Martinez

Santiago Martinez is a highly skilled Colombian attorney with a proven track record in surrogacy law and international legal matters. Fluent in English, Spanish, Chinese, and Portuguese, he provides strategic and culturally attuned legal guidance for clients navigating cross-border surrogacy, corporate law, and immigration processes.

 

Education & Credentials

  • Law Degree – Universidad de los Andes, Colombia (2018)
  • Business, Culture & Chinese Language Studies – Nankai University, China (2013–2014)
  • Studies in Arts & Business – University of the Arts London (2011)
  • Additional certifications in international trade and customs regulations
  • Professional background with ProColombia and international legal practice, gaining deep expertise in foreign investment, trade, and surrogacy frameworks

     

Professional Experience & Focus

  • Founding Partner & Legal Representative – (Current)
  • Legal advisor in surrogacy law, corporate law, and immigration processes with a focus on Colombia and cross-border cases
  • International experience through ProColombia and work with foreign investment and trade regulations

     

Specialties / Key Interests

  • Surrogacy law and parentage recognition in Colombia
  • International and cross-border family law
  • Immigration and residency processes for intended parents
  • Corporate and business law for fertility-related ventures
  • Strategic legal guidance in multicultural contexts

     

Approach / Philosophy

Santiago is committed to providing clear, strategic, and culturally aware legal solutions that help intended parents navigate the complexities of international surrogacy and family formation.

 

How He Can Help Our Members

Within Family By Choice, Santiago advises intended parents on the legal landscape of surrogacy in Colombia, supporting them with documentation, parentage recognition, and safe, compliant pathways to parenthood.

 

Community Impact

  • Multilingual legal expert fluent in English, Spanish, Chinese, and Portuguese
  • Legal advisor for cross-border surrogacy cases and international family building
  • Contributed to the growing understanding of Colombia’s surrogacy framework for international families
  • LinkedIn profile

Inhouse Featured Resources

  • Surrogacy Abroad: Navigating Global Programs and Legalities

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