Surrogacy In Alabama: What Intended Parents Need To Know

Choosing surrogacy to grow your family is a deeply personal and often emotional decision. It brings with it joy, hope—and a fair amount of legal uncertainty, especially in Alabama.

At New Beginnings Family Law, we understand how overwhelming this journey can feel. We’re here to walk with you every step of the way, offering clarity, protection, and peace of mind.

What Makes Alabama Different?

Unlike many other states, Alabama has no comprehensive laws that specifically govern surrogacy arrangements. This means there’s no required format for a surrogacy contract, no state statute detailing how a surrogate is to be compensated, and no formal guidelines for establishing legal parentage after the child is born.

That legal gray area can leave hopeful parents with more questions than answers. Who’s recognized as the legal mother? What happens if donors were involved? How can parentage be secured?

These are real, urgent concerns—and we’re here to help resolve them.

Here’s What You Can Do

While Alabama lacks clear surrogacy statutes, there is one important legal protection: surrogacy contracts are not treated the same way as contracts for child placement or adoption. That means intended parents and surrogates can enter into agreements without the risk of criminal charges, provided the contract is properly structured.

Still, the legal mother under Alabama law is typically considered the woman who gives birth to the child. This creates challenges in situations involving gestational carriers and anonymous donors—and is why having experienced legal counsel is critical.

Why Legal Guidance Matters

Surrogacy is not just a medical or emotional journey—it’s a legal one. Our role is to help intended parents:

• Draft and review surrogacy agreements
• Navigate hospital and birth certificate procedures
• Establish parentage through court orders
• Handle unique challenges involving donor sperm, eggs, and embryos

We believe growing your family should be a joyful milestone, not a legal minefield. Our team works closely with clients to make the process as smooth and secure as possible.

You Deserve Clarity

You’re not just building a family—you’re building a future. Don’t let unclear laws stand in your way. With the right guidance, surrogacy in Alabama can be a legally sound and beautiful path to parenthood.

Let’s Take This Step Together

At New Beginnings Family Law, we help loving people become parents. If you’re considering surrogacy, or if you’re already working with a surrogate, we’re ready to support you with clarity, compassion, and experience.

New Life. New Direction. New Beginnings.