U.S. laws vary by states, with some states having well-established legal frameworks that protect the rights of intended parents, donors and surrogates. As an international intended parent, it’s crucial to work with an experienced attorney who understands the laws in the state where your donor and surrogate reside.
Take California as an example. Among the states that allow donation and surrogacy, California should be the most friendly one. Although California does not have special donation or surrogacy regulations, California courts have used the “Uniform Parentage Law” to interpret various cases related to donation and surrogacy. California not only allows commercial donation and surrogacy, but also regularly strengthens the legal effects of various contracts. In addition, California allows various types of intended parents, such as married parents, unmarried parents, and same-sex parents. Legal parental rights can be established before the child is born without going through the legal process of litigated adoption.
Building a family through Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) is not just a biological process, it is a legal and emotional process, too. Whether you are an intended parent, carrier, or a participant seeking Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) to complete your family, law firms’ goal is to provide you with compassionate and sound legal advice and representation. Law firms know both personally and professionally how overwhelming this journey to parenthood can be, and they are here to help you understand and navigate the process. Each case is unique, and lawyers have the experience and expertise to tailor our advice to meet your needs.
Partial Information Cited From Academy of Adoption & Assisted Reproduction Attorneys
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