Our Services | Agency Agreement Review
Clear, Confident Guidance Before You Sign with an Agency
Before beginning your surrogacy or donation journey, you’ll likely sign an agreement with an agency — a document that outlines the services, fees, and responsibilities that will shape your entire experience.
At Tarnoff Family Formation, we provide independent legal review of agency agreements so clients fully understand every detail before committing. Our goal is to empower you with clarity, identify potential red flags, and ensure the contract aligns with industry standards and your personal expectations.
When to Seek an Agency Agreement Review
Selecting an agency is a huge decision, as they will support every aspect of your journey. We offer a thorough review to ensure your agreement is transparent, balanced, and tailored to your needs before you begin your journey.
Unsure about the terms or fairness of an agency’s standard contract
Seeking to negotiate revisions or clarifications before signing
Comparing multiple agencies and wanting to understand the differences
Considering signing with a surrogacy or egg donation agency
Understanding the legal process
1. Review
We begin by carefully reviewing your agency’s proposed agreement, and evaluating its terms based on our experience reviewing dozens of agency agreements. This helps identify provisions that may be unusual, unclear, or one-sided.
2. Consultation & Explanation
Our consultation breaks down the agreement in plain language, highlighting areas that are more or less favorable to the client. We’ll discuss key areas such as refund policies, timing of payments, matching processes, and dispute resolution.
3. Negotiation (When Needed)
If revisions or clarifications are appropriate, we assist in negotiating amendments directly with the agency — ensuring your rights and expectations are clearly reflected before you sign.
Important Considerations We Help You Navigate
Are the agency’s fees and refund policies transparent and fair?
What happens if a match doesn’t proceed?
How are surrogates or donors vetted?
What level of support will you receive throughout the process?
What are your obligations and rights in case of delays or cancellations?
Our approach is:
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Compassionate
we honor the emotional side of the process
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Educational
less legal jargon, less confusion
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Efficient
proactive communication to avoid delays
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Protective
contracts and filings designed to safeguard everyone involved