Navigating a surrogacy journey in Reston requires a solid, caring legal foundation to protect your family’s future and secure parental rights under Virginia law. At Foster + Bloom, we offer the clear, friendly, and precise legal guidance you need to walk through Virginia’s family formation requirements with absolute peace of mind.
Whether you are an intended parent preparing to welcome a child or a surrogate generously offering to carry a pregnancy, we stand right beside you to make sure every single safeguard is in place. Your family’s story is unique, and we want to ensure the law recognizes and protects that.
We love turning complex statutory steps into a clear, manageable path forward, so you can focus on the pure joy of growing your family.
Why I Practice in Family Law: "I believe every client deserves a compassionate and trustworthy advocate to guide them through the legal challenges that affect what matters most: their family."Meet Your Virginia Attorney
Catelyn Slattery,
Founding Member
Surrogacy Legal Services for Intended Parents in Reston
We help intended parents establish their parental rights under Virginia Code Section 20-156 by handling every stage of the contract and parentage process.
Our team focuses on securing your parental status early to protect your embryos, medical plans, and financial arrangements. If you choose to partner with a surrogacy agency, their coordination supports our legal work by managing clinical schedules and matches.
We protect your path to parenthood by helping you:
- Draft and negotiate surrogacy agreements that reflect your specific arrangement.
- Secure parentage orders through local Virginia courts.
- Address potential financial or administrative challenges before they arise.
Using Donor Eggs, Donor Sperm, or Donor Embryos During Surrogacy
When your arrangement involves donor gametes or embryos, we draft a donor agreement under Virginia Code Section 20-158 to establish legal parentage.
We design these agreements to make sure you are recognized as your child’s legal parents from day one, clearly outlining everyone’s intentions before your medical procedures even start. By walking with you through both your donation agreement and your surrogacy contract under one roof, we make sure your path is seamless and secure, letting you focus fully on preparing for your baby.
Once these donor agreements are executed, we move forward with the steps necessary to secure your parentage orders.
Post-Birth Parentage Orders in Virginia
A post-birth parentage order is a comforting step that officially confirms you as your child’s legal parents right from the moment they are born. We take care of all the court filings under Virginia Code Section 20-156 and coordinate directly with the Fairfax County Circuit Court, the hospital, and vital records behind the scenes.
Surrogacy Legal Services for LGBTQ+ Intended Parents in Reston
We represent same-sex couples, transgender parents, nonbinary individuals, and single parents throughout Reston. While Virginia surrogacy laws apply to all intended parents, we structure your agreements to ensure your parentage is secure across all state lines.
If your journey requires second-parent adoptions or confirmatory adoptions under Virginia Code Title 63.2, we guide you through every step of those proceedings. This extra layer of protection keeps your parental rights secure if you travel or relocate.
Surrogacy Legal Services for Surrogates in Reston
We represent surrogates to ensure your health, family, and financial interests are completely protected throughout your arrangement. Virginia law requires you to have your own independent legal counsel to ensure you enter the agreement with a complete understanding of your rights.
Under Virginia Code Section 20-159(B), we review the contract to protect your medical autonomy and ensure you are not held responsible for any unexpected medical bills.
Surrogacy Contracts in Virginia
For a surrogacy agreement to be fully secure under Virginia law, it needs to follow the thoughtful guidelines set by state standards. We shape these contracts to protect your peace of mind, making sure all pregnancy-related expenses are clearly outlined. We ensure that you are completely protected from unexpected medical bills or legal confusion.
Working with a reputable surrogacy agency can also provide helpful coordination by aligning the contract terms with your actual clinical schedule. We verify your support terms, delivery preferences, and insurance coverage to ensure you feel secure at every step.
We evaluate surrogacy contracts to ensure we:
- Verify that monthly support, lost wages, and medical expenses are clearly defined in compliance with state law.
- Confirm provisions that protect your medical decisions and align with the shared expectations of both parties.
- Ensure you are protected from medical liabilities and unexpected expenses through verified insurance policies.
- Establish specific hospital protocols to outline roles and expectations at delivery.
Why Families Across Virginia Choose Foster + Bloom
We focus exclusively on family formation and reproductive law, bringing years of dedicated experience to your journey. Led by attorneys like Catelyn Slattery, we combine deep knowledge of Virginia surrogacy statutes with a warm, personal approach. We assist clients by helping them:
- Apply deep experience in assisted reproductive technology (ART) and fertility law, helping clarify the legal requirements of medical procedures.
- Maintain an exclusive practice focus on family formation, helping navigate state regulations systematically.
- Provide professional legal advocacy focused on establishing secure legal relationships for your family.
Talk with a Surrogacy Attorney Serving Reston
We are here to help you understand your legal options and build a secure foundation for your growing family. Whether you are an intended parent or a surrogate, we are ready to guide you through the process with clarity and care.