Fertility Lawyer & Assisted Reproduction Lawyer in Ottawa

How We Help Navigate Fertility Law

Whether you are acting as a surrogate, acting as a sperm donor or egg donor, or are using a surrogate or the genetic material (sperm or egg) of someone who is not an intended parent, it is essential to ensure everyone involved receives independent legal advice and has clear expectations with respect to the intended child(ren). We can draft contracts for the intended parents and provide independent legal advice to those acting as surrogates, sperm donors, and egg donors. We will help you understand your rights and obligations, and customize your agreement to work for you.

Why are Agreements Important when Using a Surrogate or a Donor?

Not only do you set out the clear expectations for who will be the legal parents of the child (which can then be used if that were ever contested in court), but you also ensure everyone is on the same page about issues such as involvement in the child’s life, confidentiality, and expenses the intended parents will cover.

Why is Independent Legal Advice Important for Surrogates and Donors?

Sperm and Egg Donors

Donating your egg or sperm is a beautiful gift, and it is essential that you and the intended parents have clear expectations and an understanding of your rights and obligations when you do so, such as your future relationship with the child and their access to your health information. We can answer your questions and give you advice on the donation agreement, and ensure you are comfortable with and understand the agreement before signing it.

Surrogates

Before becoming a surrogate, it is important that you understand your rights and obligations with respect to the pregnancy, your health information, compensation, and your relationship with the child(ren). We will provide you with this information and review the surrogacy contract with you to ensure you understand it and are comfortable with it before signing.

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