Michelle has dedicated her professional career to providing legal support to those participating in the family building process. Michelle has over 9 years of experience in the assisted reproduction and surrogacy law field representing Intended Parents, Gestational Carriers, and Egg Donors. She has also served as a Senior Case Manager, supporting Gestational Surrogates and Intended Parents throughout their surrogacy journey giving her in depth knowledge of the entire surrogacy process and the ability to handle complex situations.
Michelle previously worked at the Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine with a team of attorneys in the Office of Research Administration and as an attorney for the 20+ Faculty Physician Practices at the University of Maryland, School of Medicine.
Michelle graduated from the University of Maryland School of Law in 2007 and has spent her entire legal career working in the health care industry. Michelle has a passion for helping clients build their families, which has led her to focus her practice on assisted reproductive law.
Michelle is a member of the Maryland and District of Columbia Bars and a Fellow of the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys ("AAAA").
“I believe in working with each of my clients—in support of their family dynamic—to make the dreams of parenthood a reality. Whether you are single or married; or gay; a step-parent, a surrogate or intended parent or a child of adoption, it is my mission to serve as your advocate. With a dedication to the ethical and sensitive nature of each situation, I will help you understand the laws within Maryland or Washington, DC for adoption or surrogacy, and pledge to be your partner throughout the journey.” - Jennifer Fairfax