Surrogacy agreements
Drafting and reviewing gestational surrogacy agreements that clearly set out expectations, safeguards, and responsibilities for all parties, consistent with Canadian law.
Fertility & reproductive law
Clear legal guidance for growing your family
McChesney Fertility Law supports individuals and families through surrogacy, donation, and fertility agreements with clarity, care, and respect.
Serving clients across Canada. Virtual meetings available.
About the firm
A practice devoted to fertility law
McChesney Fertility Law focuses exclusively on fertility and reproductive law. We understand the emotional, medical, and logistical layers that come with building a family through assisted reproduction and we structure your agreements with all three in mind.
From first-time intended parents to experienced surrogates and donors, we provide practical legal advice in plain language. Our role is to help you understand your rights and responsibilities at every step so you can move forward with confidence.
What sets us apart
Compassionate, detail-driven legal support tailored to fertility journeys, not generic templates. We coordinate closely with clinics, agencies, and other professionals so your legal documents align with your medical timeline.
Fertility-focused
Client-centered
Virtual-friendly
Services
Fertility law services
We work with intended parents, surrogates, donors, and families at different stages of their fertility journey. Here’s an overview of common ways we can support you.
Donation agreements
Preparing egg, sperm, and embryo donation agreements addressing consent, privacy, future contact, and legal parentage considerations for donors and recipients.
Independent legal advice
Providing independent legal advice for surrogates, donors, and intended parents so everyone enters the agreement informed and supported.
Parentage & family law follow-up
Assisting with parentage declarations and related family law steps required after birth, based on the laws of your province or territory.
Approach
Gentle, thorough, and practical
Fertility journeys are often joyful and vulnerable at the same time. Our role is to bring structure and calm to the legal side so you can focus on your health and your family.
We start by understanding your goals, your medical plan, and where everyone involved is located. From there, we explain your options, walk through the agreement together, and make sure your questions are answered before you sign.
What to expect
- Initial consultation to understand your situation and timeline
- Clear explanation of the legal framework in your province
- Drafting or reviewing your agreement with room for questions
- Coordination with your clinic or agency, where appropriate
Many clients work with us entirely virtually via secure video and electronic signatures.
FAQ
Common questions
Every matter is unique. These answers are general and not a substitute for legal advice about your specific situation.
When should I speak to a fertility lawyer?
Ideally, you should speak with a lawyer before any medical
procedures or expenses related to surrogacy or donation begin.
This gives time to prepare and sign your agreement before
treatment starts.
Do we all need separate lawyers?
In most cases, intended parents and surrogates or donors should
each have their own lawyer. This ensures everyone receives
independent legal advice and helps protect the agreement.
Can you work with clients outside your province?
Fertility arrangements often involve more than one province or
country. We will let you know which aspects we can assist with
directly and when you may need local counsel in another
jurisdiction.