Your Comprehensive Legal Guide to LGBTQ+ Family Building: Surrogacy, Adoption & Parental Rights
This Pride Month — and Every Month — we proudly stand with LGBTQ+ families. At Fertility & Surrogacy Legal Group, APC (FSLG), every path to parenthood is treated with dignity and care. Surrogacy, donation, adoption—whichever path you take, the right legal foundation ensures peace of mind. Gay couples, single LGBTQ+ individuals, and families from across the country and around the world have turned to FSLG for clear, confident guidance in building their families.
Discover the Essential Legal Roadmap for Your Family’s Journey
Download Your LGBTQ+ Family-Building Legal Checklist
A simple guide to help you start your journey with confidence.
Book Your Free Legal Consultation
Speak confidentially with an LGBTQ+ family-building attorney.
Your Trusted Partner: Our Commitment to LGBTQ+ Families
FSLG is founded on empathy, equity, and legal excellence. Your legal team proudly supports:
- Gay couples and lesbian couples
- Single LGBTQ+ parents
- Transgender and non-binary individuals
- International LGBTQ+ families
Beyond legal representation, FSLG actively advocates for the community. Through dedicated nonprofit efforts, access to legal support is expanded where it’s needed most. “Empathy and Partnership” isn’t just our slogan—it’s the guiding principle in every interaction and every step of your journey.
Legal Services Tailored for LGBTQ+ & Gay Family Building
Navigating the complex legal landscape of assisted reproductive technology (ART) can be intricate. FSLG simplifies these complex laws, offering personalized and empathetic support throughout your family-building journey.
Gestational Surrogacy for Gay Couples & Same-Sex Parents
Surrogacy offers a biological connection and full legal protection for gay dads and lesbian couples. Services include:
- Gestational carrier contracts
- Multistate legal coordination
- Pre-birth orders and hospital coordination
Donation Agreements: Egg, Sperm, Embryo for LGBTQ+ Parents
For those using donors, such as gay couples needing an egg donor or single parents needing a sperm donor, agreements are structured to be:
- Legally valid across state lines
- Clear on parental rights and compensation
- Tailored for anonymity or openness
Parental Rights & Second-Parent Adoption for LGBTQ+ Families
Securing legal recognition makes all the difference for your family’s future. This includes:
- Pre- and post-birth parentage orders
- Second-parent and stepparent adoptions
- Estate planning and guardianship guidance
* Crucial Point for LGBTQ+ & International Families: Without proper legal support, delays in securing essential documents like birth certificates, passports, or citizenship can become a significant pain point. FSLG’s guidance helps you avoid these complications.
International Surrogacy for Global LGBTQ+ & Gay Couples
Global families are supported with expert guidance on:
- Management of birth certificates and passports
- Embassy and consulate coordination
- Resolution of cross-border legal conflicts, helping to navigate differences between home country laws and U.S. regulations.
Financial Escrow & Legal Fund Management
Stay protected with secure financial oversight for your surrogacy journey:
- In-house escrow and accounting services
- Secure, on-time disbursements
- Full financial transparency
Our White Paper On The Surrogacy Law Landscape
Surrogacy In A Post-Dobbs World: Navigating Challenges And Mitigating Risks
Your Trusted Family-Building Network
FSLG collaborates with trusted family-building professionals across the U.S. and beyond, ensuring you have access to a comprehensive network of support.
IVF Clinics & Labs
Surrogacy & Egg Donor Agencies
- Abundant Beginnings Company
- Physician’s Surrogacy
- Lucina Egg Bank
- Conceptual Options
- Pinnacle Surrogacy
- Open Arms Surrogacy
- Family Tree Surrogacy Center
- Center for Surrogate Parenting
- Beverly Hills Egg Donation
- Dream Surrogacy
- Growing Generations
- Iwini Surrogacy
- Las Vegas Egg Donation
- Genesis Surrogacy
LGBTQ+ Community & Support Organizations
We believe in holistic support. Explore these valuable resources within the gay family and broader LGBTQ+ family community:
Parenthood Support
- Resolve.org – Provides support and information for the LGBT community navigating infertility.
- Gays with Kids – Resources and a community for gay men on the path to fatherhood.
- Gay parents To Be – Guides gay individuals and couples through the process of building families.
- Men Having Babies – Education, support, and grants for gay dads. [Confirmed Partner List]
- Rainbow Families – Connects and supports LGBTQ+ parents and their children.
- Family Equality – National nonprofit advocating for LGBTQ+ family rights
- San Diego LGBT Community Center – Offers family planning and legal workshops.
- Our Family Coalition – Provides LGBTQ+ parenting and advocacy in Northern CA.
Hear From Our Families
Don’t just take our word for it. Our commitment to empathy and partnership shines through in the experiences of your clients.
Video & Podcast Resources
Podcast: Gestational Surrogacy: How It Works With Rich Geisler, Founder & Principal Attorney Listen Now
Watch on Our Video Page
Frequently Asked Questions for LGBTQ+ & Gay Family Building
Can LGBTQ+ couples use surrogacy in all U.S. states?
Laws vary by state. FSLG navigates specific state legal requirements to ensure your rights are protected in any jurisdiction.
What is a second-parent adoption?
It allows a non-biological parent to adopt their partner’s child, gaining full legal rights without terminating the biological parent’s rights.
Is legal support needed before choosing a donor or surrogate?
Absolutely. Early legal review of agreements helps avoid later disputes over custody or parental rights and ensures your journey is legally sound.
How are passports or birth certificates for children obtained?
Your legal team assists with securing necessary court orders, filings, and can help expedite passport options where needed, navigating complexities for LGBTQ+ and international families.
Can international LGBTQ+ families work with FSLG?
Yes. Cross-border legal coordination is a core part of FSLG’s services, helping clients from nearly every country navigate U.S. and home country laws.
Meet Your LGBTQ+ Legal Allies
FSLG attorneys specialize in LGBTQ+ family-building law across multiple states and countries.
Book Your Pride 2025 Exclusive Legal Consultation
Ready to take the next step? A free 45-minute consultation is available for LGBTQ+ families during Pride Month.
Explore More Fertility Support
