Fertility And Surrogacy Services Nationwide
Established in 2012, Fertility & Surrogacy Legal Group, APC, (formerly Indie Law Group APC) is committed to providing high-quality assisted reproductive and family formation legal services to all parents, including nontraditional families on their surrogacy journeys. Our clients include intended parents, surrogates, egg donors, sperm donors and embryo donors as well as surrogacy agencies and fertility clinics. Based in San Diego, we work with clients from around the globe and across the United States.
To us, nothing is more meaningful than family. We work diligently to help our clients realize their dreams of a new or expanded family. Our work comes to fruition each time we successfully secure our clients’ parental rights and get their babies home.
Highly Knowledgeable In All Aspects Of Reproduction Law
Our team has extensive experience in reproduction law and knowledge of reproductive technology. We have all of the necessary skills and connections to assist in every way, guiding our clients on the journeys of gestational surrogacy, egg donation, sperm donation, embryo donation and stepparent adoptions.
Fertility, surrogacy and third-party reproduction require a thorough understanding of the law and its many nuances. We are highly knowledgeable about all aspects of the process, including:
- Court processes and filing
- Banking practices
- Medical practices
- Medical insurance
- Hospital administration
- Vital records department process
- State department process and requirements
- Intricacies of varying countries’ specific emigration and naturalization processes
We ensure that clients acquire the necessary parental rights to their babies, and we work diligently to protect them throughout the entire process. We know what to look for in every type of agreement to outline each party’s rights, duties and obligations clearly.
Our Nationwide Presence
Our team works in multiple states, with attorneys licensed in California, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, Texas and Missouri. We have of-counsel arrangements in every state where surrogacy is legal, and even provide counsel for international clients. We have the experience and knowledge to walk clients through the process specific to their state’s laws as well as their specific family makeup. We also work with clinics and agencies nationwide, serving as valuable partners and providing up-to-date guidance on the frequently shifting regulatory framework of the surrogacy process.
What Is Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Law?
Assisted Reproductive Technology is the use of modern medical devices and techniques to assist the intended parents with conceiving a child. Popular methods include:
- In vitro fertilization-embryo transfer (IVF – ET)
- Gamete intrafallopian transfer (GIFT)
- Zygote intrafallopian transfer (ZIFT)
- Frozen embryo transfer (FET)
Each of these methods may be viable in your situation, so it is best to seek medical guidance on which is the most well suited for your goals. Our team can help you as you are investigating your options by providing counsel based on our experience with these methods and the implications of each.
What Types Of Matters Can Fertility & Surrogacy Legal Group, APC, Assist With?
We understand that it can be sensitive to discuss legal contracts with regard to having a child. However, in order to ensure that you are fully protected and for the sake of your family, it is essential to have an attorney advise you on your fertility or surrogacy agreements prior to beginning the process. Our office can provide you with legal counsel in relation to:
- Embryo donation agreements
- Egg donation agreements
- Sperm donation agreements
- Surrogacy contracts
No matter the path you are choosing for your family, we are here to help and advise you.
How Can We Help With Your International Fertility And Surrogacy Legal Matter?
Our team goes beyond just assisting clients in the United States. We help clients who wish to seek international options for their fertility or surrogacy plan, through offering legal counsel and support on their way. With our experience and knowledge, we can help you partner with international agencies and providers to find the solution that works best for your family goals.
What Clients Appreciate In Working With Us
Clients love working with our team. We are experienced, knowledgeable and compassionate. We address questions and concerns in a timely and thorough manner while managing all aspects of the surrogacy and reproductive journey down to the smallest detail.
We have developed critical working relationships with judges and court staff, doctors, agencies, hospital staff, vital records and peers to ensure that each client is taken care of under any and all circumstances. Our in-house accounting staff professionally manages funds and ensures every dollar is accounted for accurately.
We offer:
- More than a decade of courtroom, contract and case experience
- In-depth privacy protection
- Rapid and reliable responses to all inquiries
- In-house accounting and finance
- Reasonable fees
- Free initial consultation
Learn more about our team.
Committed To Making A Difference
We genuinely believe in the work we do. Not only do we help our clients on an individual level, but we also understand the importance of giving back. We have donated our time, money, and efforts to support charities throughout our neighborhood. These include the Center for Oncology in Pediatrics, the Recreational Music Center and Urban Corps. Each of these organizations holds a dear place in our hearts.
How Much Does It Cost To Hire A Fertility And Surrogacy Lawyer?
For information on our pricing, please click here. We are also happy to discuss more during a consultation.
Ready To Get Started? Call Us Today.
If you have any questions or concerns about how third-party reproduction and Fertility & Surrogacy Legal Group, APC, might support you in building a family, or if you are interested in supporting the formation of a new family, please contact our office for a free consultation. Call 619-618-7908.
