Law Firm & Escrow

About Law Firm

Navigating the legal aspects of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) can be complex and challenging, which is why it's essential to work with a law firm experienced in this field. Here are some of the key legal areas that your lawyer will handle during your ART journey:

Consultation: Your lawyer will provide comprehensive guidance to intended parents and gestational carriers, explaining the surrogacy process, discussing matching options (agency or independent), insurance considerations, and other relevant aspects of the journey

Agreements: Your lawyer will draft and review Surrogacy/Gestational Carrier Agreements and Donor Agreements to ensure that all parties' rights and responsibilities are clearly outlined and legally binding

Counseling: Your lawyer will offer clear counsel on ART options and their legal implications, helping clients make informed decisions throughout the process

Issue Anticipation: Your lawyer will anticipate and plan for potential issues that may arise during an ART relationship, such as multiple pregnancies or medical complications for the surrogate or baby

Parentage Establishment: Your lawyer will assist in establishing parentage through parentage orders, ensuring that intended parents' legal rights are protected

Dispute Resolution: In the event of disputes regarding parental rights or other issues in ART, your lawyer will provide guidance and representation to resolve conflicts effectively

Adoptions: Your lawyer may assist with adoptions related to ART, including step-parent adoptions or second-parent adoptions for same-sex couples

Embryo Disposition: Your lawyer will provide legal assistance with embryo disposition matters, including decisions regarding storage, donation, or disposal of embryos

Litigation/Enforcement: In cases where agreements are disputed or enforcement is required, your lawyer may represent your interests in litigation proceedings or enforcement actions.

Additionally, to safeguard customers' funds, law firms may collaborate with third-party trust management companies to provide services such as funds custody, monitoring, verification, and payment approval. This ensures the security of funds and streamlines the process for clients, saving them time and effort in dealing with third-party trust companies.

About Escrow Account

A surrogacy escrow account is a vital component of managing the financial aspects of a surrogacy journey. Here's how it works and why it's beneficial:

Financial Management: The surrogacy escrow account serves as a centralized financial hub for all transactions related to the surrogacy journey. This includes payments for medical expenses, legal fees, compensation for the surrogate, and any other relevant costs

Neutral Third Party: An escrow fund manager, typically a neutral third party or a specialized escrow company, oversees the account. This ensures impartiality and transparency in managing the funds and transactions

Secure Handling of Funds: The escrow fund manager holds and manages the funds securely, preventing any risk of misappropriation or misuse. This protects the financial interests of both the intended parents and the surrogate

Compliance with Legal Obligations: By using a surrogacy escrow account, all parties involved can ensure compliance with the legal obligations outlined in the gestational surrogacy agreement. This includes timely payment of expenses and compensation according to the agreed-upon terms

Transparency and Accountability: The surrogacy escrow account provides a transparent record of all financial transactions throughout the surrogacy journey. This transparency promotes accountability and trust between the intended parents and the surrogate

Peace of Mind: Knowing that a neutral third party is managing the financial aspects of the surrogacy journey can provide peace of mind to both the intended parents and the surrogate. They can focus on the emotional and practical aspects of the journey without worrying about financial matters.

Overall, a surrogacy escrow account is a crucial tool for ensuring the smooth and secure management of funds during a surrogacy journey. It provides protection, transparency, and peace of mind to all parties involved, facilitating a positive and successful surrogacy experience.