About Stephanie Maria
Stephanie Maria Caballero is a prominent California attorney specializing in reproductive law, particularly in areas such as surrogacy, egg donation, sperm donation, embryo donation, and adoption. She is the founder of The Surrogacy Law Center, APLC, located in Carlsbad, California. Established to provide comprehensive legal services, her firm assists clients handling the requirements of family formation through assisted reproductive technologies. Since her admission to the State Bar of California on December 2, 2003, Ms. Caballero has maintained an active license status, demonstrating her commitment to the legal profession. In 2002, Ms. Caballero earned her Juris Doctor from the Southern California Institute of Law.
Prior to her legal education, she completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Los Angeles. Her academic background laid a solid foundation for her legal career, equipping her with the skills necessary to advocate for her clients. The combination of her education and her personal experiences has shaped her approach to reproductive law. Ms. Caballero's personal journey through infertility has significantly influenced her professional path. After enduring over eight years of treatments—including more than ten artificial insemination procedures, three surgeries, three miscarriages, and thirteen IVF procedures—she achieved her dream of parenthood when a surrogate successfully carried her twins. This profound experience has given her a unique understanding of the emotional and financial challenges faced by her clients.
This lets the attorney empathize deeply with their situations. In addition to her law practice, Ms. Caballero is actively involved in several professional organizations. She is a member of the American Bar Association and the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproductive Technology Attorneys. Her commitment to the field extends to the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, where she has served on the board of its Legal Professional Group. Furthermore, she contributes to the boards of My Surrogacy Journey and Parents Via Egg Donation (PVED), showcasing her dedication to advancing the interests of families formed through assisted reproductive technologies. Ms.
Caballero's expertise and personal insights have garnered attention in various media outlets. She has appeared on platforms such as the Today Show, Access Hollywood, and ABC News, among others. Her contributions to discussions on reproductive law have been featured in publications like The Los Angeles Times and The Daily Beast. Through The Surrogacy Law Center, APLC, Ms. Caballero continues to provide dedicated legal support to individuals and families seeking to build their families through assisted reproductive technologies. Her unique blend of personal experience and professional expertise allows her to offer compassionate and knowledgeable guidance to her clients, making her a respected figure in the field of reproductive law.
