egg donation

Monday January 8th, 2018

Looking forward to 2018!

The mission for The Surrogacy Law Center this year remains the same: To help as many people as possible achieve the family they always dreamed […]
Wednesday December 27th, 2017

The Surrogacy Law Center: A Year in Review

For The Surrogacy Law Center 2017 was a year of moves. The Law firm moved to a new offices in Carlsbad that offers the staff […]
Tuesday September 27th, 2016

Governor signs surrogacy parentage protection act into law

On September 16, 2016, Governor Jerry Brown signed into law Assembly Bill 2349 that will protect the rights of those who have their children via […]
Friday December 18th, 2015

IRS Challenged after Denying Gay Couple’s Deductions for IVF, Surrogacy

The IRS is facing scrutiny over its refusal to allow tax deductions for same-sex couples incurring medical expenses related to infertility treatments in order to […]
Thursday September 3rd, 2015

Egg Donation: Should it be a secret?

Parents of donor conceived children appear to be split in their decision of whether to tell their children the truth. Understandably, some parents are not […]
Thursday June 4th, 2015

One woman speaks out while Maryland lawmakers contend with surrogacy bill

This newest article highlights a Pittsburgh woman, who uses the fictitious name of Sarah Cowen, whose repeat surrogacy journey helped a Washington D.C. gay couple […]
Tuesday March 24th, 2015

Egg Donors Face IRS Taxation

In California, we are not guaranteed four distinguishable seasons, however, every year, without fail, comes tax season. The term “egg donor” can be a little […]
Tuesday August 26th, 2014

Thailand surrogacy restrictions leave intended parents in limbo

The recent surrogacy upheaval in Thailand is tossing intended parents into a state of confusion, and for many, in an emotional panic. It’s an absolute […]
Monday August 18th, 2014

Planet Hospital crushes family dreams

When people place their faith in someone, and in turn have been cheated financially, it can be agonizing.  But when it’s about dreams of starting, […]
Friday August 8th, 2014

Shepherd’s and Sally’s surrogate delivers baby this week

The announcement of the surrogate delivering a baby boy this week for Sally and Shepherd sparked a new wave of media frenzy.  The couple are […]
Monday August 4th, 2014

California assembly bill attempts to iron out 21st century family law

The debate regarding egg and sperm donation continues. And I suspect we are going to see a lot more of it. It’s one of monumental […]
Monday July 21st, 2014

An American shift for foreign couples seeking surrogates

Surrogacy is a topic making headlines ranging from legalities, ethics, to parenthood dreams come true. The New York Times recently published an in-depth article entitled, […]
Tuesday July 15th, 2014

Shepherd’s change of heart toward unborn surrogate baby

Sherri Shepherd recently announced she no longer wants ties to an unborn surrogate baby.  The baby’s expected delivery date is estimated within the next few […]
Thursday June 12th, 2014

The search for my egg donor on Katie Couric show this week

Katie Couric has traveled the globe reporting world news and interviewing prominent people. This Wednesday, on her afternoon show, Katie, championed a unique interview. Following […]
Tuesday June 3rd, 2014

Reporter documents egg donation journey

In a young woman’s life, there are many things she’ll hear and learn about that invariably raises awareness. Egg donation to help couples facing infertility […]
Wednesday April 9th, 2014

Italy court overturns ban on egg or sperm donation

Italy’s constitutional court has struck down a ban on egg or sperm donation for infertile couples. Great news for couples struggling with their fertility who […]