Known Donor Agreements in Illinois: Protect Your Parental Rights

Before you move forward with a known donor, make sure you understand how agreements work and what they need to include. Read More

April 22, 2026 Assisted Reproductive Technology, Chicago & Cook County

Key Components of a Surrogacy Agreement in Illinois

Your surrogacy agreement sets the foundation. Here’s what it should include to avoid delays and issues during the process. Read More

April 22, 2026 Chicago & Cook County, Surrogacy

International Readoption in 2026: A Guide for Illinois Adoptive Families

Does your child have an IR-3 or IR-4 visa? Learn what these classifications mean for your family's legal status under Illinois law. Read More

March 24, 2026 Chicago & Cook County, International Adoption

Are Surrogacy Contracts Enforceable in Illinois?

Are you planning for your family-building journey? Learn how Illinois law regulates surrogacy contracts. Read More

March 24, 2026 Chicago & Cook County, Surrogacy

What to Know About Establishing Parentage in Illinois Surrogacy

This guide explains the requirements under the Illinois Surrogacy Act and how intended parents are listed on the birth certificate. Read More

March 24, 2026 Chicago & Cook County, Surrogacy

Do Sperm Donors Have Parental Rights in Illinois?

This article explains when donors do — and do not — have parental rights under the Illinois Parentage Act. Read More

March 24, 2026 Assisted Reproductive Technology, Chicago & Cook County, Surrogacy

How to Navigate Interstate Adoption as an Illinois Family

This guide details the legal process of interstate adoption for Illinois residents, focusing on compliance with the ICPC. Read More

January 28, 2026 Chicago & Cook County, Interstate & ICPC

How the Equality for Every Family Act Streamlines Illinois Second Parent Adoption

The Equality for Every Family Act shifts Illinois law, modernizing how LGBTQ+ families establish and protect their parental rights. Read More

January 28, 2026 Chicago & Cook County, Co-Parent / Second-Parent Adoption

The Equality for Every Family Act: Protections for LGBTQ+ Families in Illinois

Discover how the Equality for Every Family Act — a significant update to Illinois parentage law — impacts your family's security. Read More

January 28, 2026 Chicago & Cook County, Co-Parent / Second-Parent Adoption