Beginning Families – New Orleans, LA

Compassionate Legal Guidance for Building Families

Beginning Families is a specialized legal practice and agency based in New Orleans, Louisiana, dedicated to helping individuals and couples realize their dream of parenthood. Founded by attorney Amy Kern, the firm occupies a unique niche at the intersection of Family Law and assisted reproductive technology. Unlike traditional law firms, Beginning Families offers a holistic approach, combining legal representation with the supportive services of an egg donation and gestational carrier agency. This comprehensive model ensures that clients are guided through both the legal intricacies and the emotional journey of building a family.

The firm’s primary focus is on Adoption Law and Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Law. Amy Kern, who brings over a decade of experience in juvenile law, represents adoptive parents, birth mothers, and step-parents in private and intra-family adoptions. She handles all necessary legal paperwork, from home studies to finalization hearings, ensuring a secure legal foundation for the new family unit. Additionally, the firm is a leader in drafting and negotiating contracts for Surrogacy, egg donation, and embryo donation, working closely with reproductive endocrinologists to protect the rights of intended parents, donors, and carriers alike.

A Personal Connection to the Process

What sets Beginning Families apart is the personal experience of its founder. Amy Kern is not only a skilled attorney but also a mother of three children born through in vitro fertilization (IVF). This personal journey allows her to relate to clients with genuine empathy and understanding. The firm is committed to making the complex and often overwhelming process of third-party reproduction and adoption as smooth as possible. As the only Fellow of the American Academy of Assisted Reproductive Attorneys in Louisiana, Amy Kern offers a level of expertise and professional recognition that clients can trust.

Located in the BioInnovation Center

Beginning Families is headquartered in the cutting-edge New Orleans BioInnovation Center at 1441 Canal Street, Suite 417. This modern facility is located in the downtown medical district, reflecting the firm’s close ties to the medical aspects of family building. The building is situated on Canal Street, a major historic thoroughfare, making it easily identifiable and accessible.

Clients visiting the office will find it convenient to reach via public transportation or car. The Canal Streetcar Line stops directly in front of the building, providing easy access from various parts of the city. For those driving, there are nearby parking garages and street parking options available. The professional and private setting of the BioInnovation Center ensures that all consultations are conducted with the utmost confidentiality and comfort.