In this episode of The SCV Law & Life Podcast, host Mason Rashtian sits down with Amira Hasenbush, founding and managing partner of All Family Legal, to explore the rapidly evolving world of family formation law.

Amira's practice focuses on adoption, surrogacy, sperm and egg donation, assisted reproduction, and complex parentage matters. Throughout the conversation, she explains how intended parents navigate the legal process of building their families, from selecting donors and surrogates to drafting contracts and securing parentage judgments before a child is born.

The discussion also covers many of the questions people are often afraid to ask: How does surrogacy actually work? Can intended parents choose a donor? What happens if complications arise? How long does the process take? What legal protections are in place for everyone involved?

Beyond the legal mechanics, Amira shares touching stories from her practice, including why adult adoptions remain some of the most meaningful cases she handles, and discusses current legal developments affecting IVF, reproductive rights, and LGBTQ+ families.

Whether you're considering adoption or surrogacy, work in the legal profession, or simply want to understand how modern families are created, this episode offers an informative and engaging look into one of today's most fascinating areas of law.

In this episode, you'll learn:
• How the surrogacy process works from start to finish
• The legal role of adoption and family formation attorneys
• What intended parents should know before starting the process
• The importance of contracts in assisted reproduction
• Current legal issues impacting IVF and LGBTQ+ families
• Common misconceptions about surrogacy and adoption
• Why adult adoptions can be so meaningful

Guest: Amira Hasenbush
Host: Mason Rashtian

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