Legal Framework
New Jersey’s 2018 Gestational Carrier Agreement Act (GCAA) provides explicit statutory authorization for gestational surrogacy and a clear pathway for pre-birth orders for all intended parent configurations. New Jersey’s GCAA was modeled on California’s framework and is considered one of the strongest surrogacy statutes in the eastern US.
Pre-Birth Orders in New Jersey
Pre-birth orders are routinely issued in New Jersey for all family types under the GCAA. The process is well-established and predictable.
LGBTQ+ Intended Parents
New Jersey provides full and equal protections for LGBTQ+ intended parents. The GCAA explicitly covers all family configurations.
Working with a Surrogate in New Jersey
New Jersey has a strong surrogacy legal and medical infrastructure, particularly in the greater New York City metro area. Retain a New Jersey-licensed reproductive attorney with specific GCAA experience.
New Jersey’s 2018 GCAA is one of the strongest surrogacy frameworks in the eastern US, making it a top choice for East Coast intended parents.