Fertility Law
In Ontario, intended parents using a surrogate can be listed as parents on a child’s birth certificate without needing to adopt a child so long as they have a Surrogacy Agreement in place prior to conception. A Surrogacy Agreement also defines the rights and obligations of the intended parents and the surrogate throughout their relationship. If you are considering using a surrogate or being a surrogate, our office can offer a consultation regarding your rights and important factors for you to consider. We draft Surrogacy Agreements and can provide Independent Legal Advice to surrogates and intended parents on a drafted Agreement before signing.
Sperm Donor Agreements
Ontario is the only province in Canada that allows sperm donation through sex without making the donor a legal parent. A written agreement between the parties must be in place prior to the conception of the child. If you are considering using a sperm donor or being a sperm donor, our office can offer a consultation regarding your rights and important factors for you to consider. We draft Sperm Donor Agreement and can provide Independent Legal Advice to donors and intended parents on a drafted Agreement before signing.