1. 1

   Independent representation

   Confirm who can be represented, whether separate counsel is needed, and how South Carolina law affects the route.

2. 2

   Contract drafting

   Ask how agreement timing lines up with clinic clearance, escrow funding, reimbursements, and medical milestones.

3. 3

   Parentage order

   Confirm pre-birth or post-birth order timing, court expectations, and any family-structure considerations.

4. 4

   Birth documentation

   Review hospital, birth-record, travel, and post-birth document needs before delivery planning.

Patriot can help organize the agency, clinic, escrow, and document questions that should be ready before counsel review.