Whats the average price a lawyer charges for a legal name change?

Answer 1

I am Canadian so I'm not sure if it works the same in the US.

I legally changed my name years ago after I got married. I only had to petition the government and send them a copy of my marriage certificate to change my name. It cost me about $45. When I divorced, I changed my name back to my maiden name. Once again, I only petitioned the government and paid my money.

Both times, no lawyer was involved.

Answer 2

The process to a name change petition or complaint in the State of New Jersey is a process that is time consuming if done correctly. The self-help packet can be filled out and filed for a fee of $250.00. It then must be published in the newspaper as a legal notice for additional fee and the affidavit sent back to the court for verification. Once the Final Judgment is received, once again it has to be published in the newspaper as a legal notice; The Department of Treasury, Bureau of Vital Statistics with an certified copy of Final Judgment and cost of new birth certificate request, then a certified copy must be personally given to the Department of Motor Vehicle as well if you have a driver's license. So, if you have the patience and the proper know-how....it will cost approximately $500-$600 to complete the entire process whereas, the attorney will charge approximately $1,000-$2,000 if it's an uncomplicated name change, but if you have had a prior conviction or criminal record it may be more.

Answer 3

I don't know if there is an average price, but it's about 2-4 hours of work total, counting hearings.

It's not that complicated really, so you may be able to just pay a lawyer for a half-hour to explain the process to you and do the rest yourself.

Answer 4

You don't need a lawyer. Contact your state. State laws regulate name changes in the United States.

Usually a person can adopt any name desired for any reason.

You will need to pay a fee.

Answer 5

You don't need a lawyer for that. All you need to know is online.

And if you want to be really clever, file your change of name by deed poll in England! £34 ($65) plus postate:
http://www.ukdps.co.uk/

Chances are the fancy certificate, legal in England, will be recognized everywhere.

One guy changed his name to "Margaret Thatcher" and ran for public officer.

Answer 6

You shouldn't need a lawyer to do it. Contact your local court and ask them about getting your name changed. They will direct you to forms or a self-help center that will give you all the info you need. If you could tell me the county you live in, I could get you more info.

Answer 7

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