The intersection of medicine, ethics, and law makes Surrogacy and Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) one of the most complex and emotionally sensitive areas of legal practice in India.

We are the pioneers in providing medico-legal services for intended parents, surrogates, fertility clinics and clients seeking legal clarity, compliance and compassionate support through their reproductive journeys.

With India's regulatory framework evolving under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021 and the Assisted Reproductive Technology (Regulation) Act, 2021, our firm stays at the forefront of legal developments to provide clear and legally sound solutions.

We bring together decades of legal experience, deep understanding of reproductive laws and coordination with doctors, IVF clinics, and statutory bodies ensuring that every arrangement is ethically sound and legally valid.

Our Expertise in Surrogacy & I.V.F. Law includes:

Surrogacy Legal Framework

• Drafting and vetting of surrogacy agreements compliant with Indian law
• Advisory on altruistic surrogacy as per the 2021 Surrogacy Act
• Providing legal guidance to intended parents, surrogates, ART banks, and clinics
• Representation before appropriate authorities for registration and approvals

IVF & ART Legal Compliance

• Providing legal guidance on procedures covered under ART Act, 2021
• Assisting with compliance support for ART clinics, banks, and fertility centres
• Structuring consent forms, patient disclosures, and legal notices
• Resolving legal issues relating to gamete donation, embryo transfer, and posthumous reproduction
• Advisory on parental rights

Parental Rights & Child Custody

• Providing legal assistance in obtaining parental orders and birth certificates
• Establishing legal parenthood for intended parents, including single parents or couples with medical conditions
• Guardianship, custody, and child rights under Indian law
• Addressing custody disputes between surrogate and intended parents (if any)

NRI & OCI Surrogacy

• Legal support for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) navigating Indian surrogacy laws
• Coordination with embassies and consulates for citizenship and exit clearance for Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs)
• Cross-border documentation including parentage orders, DNA testing and travel clearance for the child for Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs)
• Advisory on international legal risks, including prohibition of commercial surrogacy for foreign nationals
• Addressing insurance coverage and medical liability in ART procedures

Ethical & Psychological Safeguards

• Ensuring agreements include counseling, informed consent, and confidentiality protocols
• Legal structure to protect surrogate rights, health, and dignity

We are the specialised Expert in this field. Few firms understand the technical depth and multidisciplinary coordination required in surrogacy and reproduction law.

We have advised intended parents, IVF centres and medical institutions, ensuring their compliance and legal protection under changing laws.

With UR Legal by your side, you don't just gain legal support, you gain peace of mind through clarity, protection, and support in every step of your fertility journey.