California Fertility And Surrogacy Law Blog
Overview of Surrogacy and Donation Agreements
California is regarded as one of the most “surrogacy-friendly” states in the country. With that said, there is some basic information that you need to understand about surrogacy and donation agreements in California. Basic Requirements of a California Surrogacy...
Having a Child Through a Surrogate
What is commonly referred to as surrogacy in California and across the United States is becoming an increasingly widely used practice. Surrogacy permits people who might otherwise lack the ability to have a child the opportunity to have a family. There are some key...
Are Sperm Donors Granted Parental Rights?
California has been known for some high-profile cases regarding a sperm donor’s right to parental custody. It’s certainly not alone in dealing with this subject. More complicated cases are put before the courts of this country each year. However, previous cases have...
Understanding Pre-Birth Orders in California Surrogacy
Building a family through surrogacy can be a fulfilling experience, but it also involves legal steps that must be addressed early in the process. In California, which is considered a surrogacy-friendly state, a key legal tool for intended parents is the...
Your Legal Guide to Assisted Reproduction and Parental Rights
Building a family through assisted reproductive technology (ART) brings both excitement and legal complexity. Intended parents, donors, and surrogates all face important decisions about rights, responsibilities, and protections. Understanding how the law applies in...
What’s Included in a Surrogacy Contract?
California and other states are recognizing the increased use of surrogacy agreements for couples who are unable to have children on their own. Also referred to as a gestational carrier contract, these legal agreements help to outline the responsibilities of each...
What Is a Surrogacy Agreement?
If you’ve had trouble conceiving a child in California, you could still have a biological child through the process of surrogacy. With surrogacy, another woman agrees to carry the pregnancy to term in exchange for payment. To prevent any legal issues, you’ll have to...
Gestational Surrogacy Legalized In New York
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed into law legislation legalizing gestational surrogacy in the Empire State. Gestational surrogacy involves gathering eggs from the biological mother and fertilizing them with sperm from the biological father. Fertilized eggs are then...
New Technology Has Unearthed Cases of Fertility fraud
In the past, sperm donors in California could largely remain anonymous. Today, at-home DNA testing kits have made it possible for anyone to track down their parents, even if they were conceived with an anonymous sperm donor. As a result, many people have discovered...
Deciding what types of surrogacy work best for you
Choosing to become a parent, especially via surrogacy, can be an extremely tough decision to make. You have to choose the right surrogate, the type of procedure and much more. If you are considering surrogacy in California, here are some options. Get a relative to be...
