Surrogacy Attorney in Maryland
Surrogacy arrangements involve important legal steps for everyone at the table. Meryl B. Rosenberg, Esq. has provided experienced, personal legal representation to intended parents, gestational surrogates, and donors in Maryland since 1993 — ensuring that every agreement is clear, every right is protected, and no step is missed.
Whether you are just beginning to explore your options or ready to move forward, Meryl provides legal services and private consultations tailored to your specific needs and circumstances.
Maryland Surrogacy Agreements
The surrogacy agreement is the legal foundation of every arrangement. Ensuring that all rights and duties are clearly defined consistent with relevant law — before any medical procedures begin — is essential in every case. The agreement must be fully executed with independent legal representation for all parties before the embryo transfer proceeds.
Meryl drafts agreements that are detailed, clear, and specific to each arrangement. No two surrogacy journeys are identical, and the agreement reflects that. Topics covered include compensation and expense management, medical decision-making, communication expectations, what happens in the event of a multiple pregnancy, and the path to legal parentage.
The Parentage Process in Maryland
In Maryland, the parentage court process results in a judgment of parentage that is typically obtained before the baby is born. This judgment legally recognizes the intended parents as the child's legal parents from birth, with their names entered directly on the original birth certificate. Depending on the circumstances of each arrangement, the judgment may also be obtained post-birth. This may be necessary in particular for international arrangements, depending on the needs of a particular country. Meryl advises clients on the specific requirements that apply to any specific situation, and handles all required court filings with care and in a timely manner.
Serving All Intended Parents in Maryland
Meryl works with a wide range of intended parents in Maryland, including married couples, same-sex individuals, single individuals, and international intended parents pursuing surrogacy in the United States. Maryland's inclusive parentage framework supports many family structures, and Meryl ensures that every client understands their rights and options from the beginning.
About Meryl Rosenberg, Esq.
Building families together in Maryland is my privilege and my joy.
Meryl B. Rosenberg, Esq. has practiced reproductive law exclusively since 1993, guiding intended parents, surrogates, and donors through every aspect of the surrogacy and third-party reproduction process. She was one of the first to practice in this evolving and growing field, and has helped shape reproductive law in the United States in an ethical manner. Meryl works with other professionals to continually improve the field, ensuring secure, legal pathways to parenthood are in place nationwide. She consults with clients worldwide and provides legal services in Maryland, Michigan, Washington D.C., and New Jersey.
With more than 30 years of experience, Meryl brings deep expertise, clear communication, and a personal investment in the outcome of every case.
What a Surrogacy Attorney Does in Maryland
A surrogacy attorney is not simply a contract drafter. In Maryland, experienced surrogacy counsel plays a central role throughout the entire arrangement, from the earliest planning stages through the legal recognition of parentage after birth.
Meryl's role as your surrogacy attorney in Maryland includes:
Drafting and negotiating the gestational surrogacy agreement to reflect the rights, intentions, and expectations of all parties
Ensuring all required medical and psychological screenings are coordinated before the agreement is signed
Guiding intended parents through the Maryland parentage court process, which results in a judgment of parentage typically obtained before the birth of the baby
Representing gestational surrogates with independent legal counsel as required under Maryland practice
Reviewing IVF clinic informed consent documents and surrogacy agency agreements — available to clients nationwide and internationally
Coordinating discussions with attorneys representing other parties, including surrogates and donors
Assisting with Virginia post-birth administrative processs where applicable to ensure proper issuance of the birth certificate
Guiding international intended parents through the additional legal requirements of U.S.-based surrogacy, coordinating with local attorneys
Ready to Begin Your Family-Building Journey?
An introductory 30 minute call with Meryl is available at no charge. Reach her directly at (301) 217-0074 or use the form below for the quickest response to schedule your call.