Family formation and immigration law, from the first contract to the final order.

Yizhang (Julia) Shen founded Origo Law, APC to stay with a family from start to finish: from the first conversation, before anything is signed, to the day the judgment is entered and the birth certificate is in hand.

Julia is licensed in California and New York and has practiced law in both the United States and China. Her practice focuses on fertility and family formation law and on U.S. immigration law. She wants her advice to be legally precise and personally supportive, especially for people building their families and their lives in the United States.

She represents intended parents, surrogates, and donors at every step of assisted reproduction. Her work includes:

• Gestational surrogacy agreements
• Egg, sperm, and embryo donation agreements, for known and anonymous donors
• Embryo disposition agreements
• Review of surrogacy agency and program agreements for intended parents
• Pre-birth parentage orders in California

She works directly with fertility clinics, agencies, escrow companies, and other attorneys in many jurisdictions, so that each arrangement is set up clearly, follows the law, and is handled with care. Many of her clients live outside the United States, so she also thinks ahead about whether the documents will work for the family back home.

Julia also handles employment-based and investment-based immigration, family petitions, and adjustment of status. Having practiced in two countries, she knows how hard it can be to deal with an unfamiliar system in a new country, and she helps clients move forward with confidence and peace of mind.

She holds an LL.M. in International Business & Economic Law from Georgetown University Law Center and an LL.B. from East China University of Political Science and Law. She is a member of the American Bar Association Family Law Section, and she works in English and Mandarin.

“I believe law is not just about documents and procedures, but about people and their stories. If you are building your family or your future in the United States, I would be glad to hear yours.”

Working under attorney supervision, Tricia Lan is a paralegal at Origo Law, APC, where she assists in coordinating surrogacy cases, managing legal documentation, and supporting intended parents through every step of their family-building journey. Understanding that surrogacy is both a legal process and a deeply personal experience, she approaches every detail with meticulous care, empathy, and professionalism.

With strong multilingual communication skills and exceptional organizational abilities, Tricia ensures seamless interaction between clients, the legal team, and external parties. She is dedicated to providing clear, responsive support, making the complex surrogacy process as smooth and reassuring as possible for every family.

Working under attorney supervision, Svetlana Cao is a paralegal at Origo Law, APC, where she supports clients through the legal process and keeps each matter organized from start to finish. Before joining the firm, she worked as a preschool teacher and as a hotel manager, experience that gave her patience, strong organizational skills, and a steady approach to unexpected situations.

Outside the office, she can usually be found keeping her dog away from the chickens or planning her next adventure.

Grace boasts rich international working experience. She spent 7 years working in Dubai, 1 year in Tokyo and another year in the United States. Currently based in Shanghai, she is well-positioned to deliver quality services for domestic clients.