Court filings show Steven Mills and Tiffany Score reached a private custody deal with their daughter’s biological parents that gives the Florida couple permanent legal custody.
December’s birth triggered the dispute after genetic testing confirmed the baby girl was not biologically related to Mills or Score following treatment at Fertility Center of Orlando.
Five years of clinic cases are now under scrutiny in the lawsuit, which seeks patient notification, genetic testing and disclosure of any parentage discrepancies tied to embryo transfers.
One recovered embryo has already been sent to a new fertility provider for genetic testing, while the couple says record discrepancies could require further court help tracing embryo history.
Fertility Center of Orlando has shut down and faces multiple lawsuits as the couple investigates broader laboratory errors and possible additional defendants.
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IVF Mix-Up at Fertility Center of Orlando: The Shea Custody Case, Legal Fallout, and Urgent Calls for Industry Reform
Overview
In June 2026, a confidential custody agreement was reached, officially confirming Tiffany Score and Steven Mills as Shea’s permanent custodial parents. This agreement provides stability and clarity for Shea’s upbringing by establishing a clear legal framework for her care and future. It also maintains the confidentiality of Shea’s genetic parents and includes provisions to help foster a relationship between the families. For Tiffany and Steven, this resolution solidifies their parental role and allows them to move forward without legal uncertainty, ensuring Shea’s well-being remains the top priority.