Is surrogacy allowed in Nevada?

The term “surrogate” is often used interchangeably with the term “gestational carrier.” In Nevada, pursuing parenting through a gestational carrier is legal as long as certain rules are followed. Nevada does not allow traditional surrogacy. Traditional surrogacy is where the carrier of the embryo is also the egg donor, and is therefore genetically linked to the fetus. A gestational carrier, however, is not genetically linked to the baby, as she is not the egg donor. Nevadans can enter into a gestational carrier agreement (pursue surrogacy) as long as they comply with the minimum requirements of Nevada law. This includes having a valid contract negotiated through independent, separate legal representation.

Can you pay a surrogate in Nevada?

Yes, you can pay a surrogate/gestational carrier in Nevada. You can not, however, financially compensate an embryo donor. Egg donors, on the other hand, can be compensated financially for the pain and suffering sustained due to the donation process.

Can you use a surrogate as a single parent in Nevada?

Intended parents can qualify for surrogacy regardless of marital status. This means that single parents, unmarried couples, and unregistered domestic partners can become parents through surrogacy in Nevada.

Do I have to have a lawyer for my surrogacy/gestational carrier agreement in Nevada?

Yes. Under Nevada law, all parties entering into a surrogacy/gestational carrier agreement are required to retain independent legal counsel while negotiating the contract.

Can a surrogate decide to keep the baby?

No. While a carrier has rights outlined in a gestational carrier agreement, they cannot choose to keep the child. This is because they do not possess parental rights if all laws were followed during the contract phase.

LGBT Family Law

Surratt Law Practice, PC is a Reno, Nevada LGBT Family Law friendly firm. Our firm has weathered the storm with you and have practiced in this area of law for years. LGBT Family Law comes with a unique set of legal questions and needs. You will want to hire a firm likes ours who can give you all the protections that you need to keep your family safe. Surratt Law Practice welcomes all families in need of legal protection.

Surratt Law Practice is committed to serving clients embarking on their parenting journeys. For a compassionate family law attorney, we warmly invite you to call today.

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The LGBT community has a significant number of complex legal issues that may or may not take place in other family formation or divorce matters because of the rapid pace of changing laws, legal uncertainties and inconsistencies between State laws. Nevada made a significant shift in these rights in October of 2009 when Nevada Domestic Partnerships became effective. Kimberly Surratt, the principal of Surratt Law Practice, testified at the Nevada Legislature in support of domestic partnerships and is proud of her role in assisting the passage of the bill. Now, of course, marriage equality as passed. However, that has not proven to fix all of the parentage inequality in the United States.

Surratt Law Practice has become nationally and internationally recognized for their efforts in the LGBT community. When dealing with these complex issues you want an attorney that is nationally and internationally connected. One that has a network of LGBT attorneys at their fingertips to assist you in these complex matters. Surratt Law Practice in Reno Nevada knows that your family matters and that we can assist you in a belt and suspenders approach.

We have the ability to help Nevada LGBT families with a variety of legal issues specifically faced by same sex couples, including but not limited to:

Prenuptial, Postnuptial and Cohabitation Agreements (with consideration to partnership recognitions outside of marriage and/or outside of the State of Nevada)
Division of property upon separation
Gay and Lesbian Divorce
Custody and Support of Children for LGBT parents
Dissolution of long-term relationships
HIPAA regulations and health care directives, including Last Wills and
Testaments and Durable Powers of Attorney
Non-biological parent and second parent adoptions
Third Party Adoptions
Reallocation of assets

Marriage contracts for transgender couples
Donor insemination agreements
Living together agreements, including sharing of expenses
Contract for long term couples
Agreements to combine income and assets
Parenting agreements between parents
Surrogacy for LGBT Intended Parents
Name changes for transgender clients
Egg, Embryo and Sperm Donation Contracts
Advocacy for LGBT clients with medical clinics
Representation of Medical Clinics and Hospitals to assure non-discrimination of LGBT Clients

Surratt Law Practice takes a holistic approach to LGBT matters. If our LGBT lawyers can’t help you (for example an employment rights matter) then our firm will help you find a law firm that will understand your rights, please call and ask us for a referral.
Schedule your consultation today with a Surratt Law Practice attorney to let us help protect you, your partner, your child and your assets from unnecessary and unforeseen circumstances before they arise. Surratt Law Practice warmly invites you to contact a Nevada LGBT family law attorney today at (775) 636-8200 or email info@surrattlaw.com for an LGBT family law consultation.

“Kim Surratt and her Surratt Law Practice, PC are devoted, caring, professional, and sensitive people. I would recommend them to everyone. When your needs are met you have friends for life.”

~Carol McKim

Nevadans seeking to enter into a LGBTQ family need an LGBTQ family law attorney. To build your family with the help of an LGBTQ friendly family law attorney, call Surratt Law Practice.

(775) 636-8200