2007-07-09 04:14:40 · 15 answers · asked by C. T 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
You need a lawyer to file for a name change,
2007-07-09 04:16:46 · answer #1 · answered by Chief BaggageSmasher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to go about it legally. You have to prove that you are not trying to default anybody that might be owed. Then you have to fill out and file paperwork. Then you have to run it in the newspaper for 4 - 6 weeks. Then you go before the judge with proof that you ran the name in the paper to see if he would authorize it. Then when he does, you take the court ordered paperwork to all the places you need to change the name. Depending on what state you live in, the applications could be found on the states website. Or you can get a lawyer to do it all for you.
2007-07-09 11:21:21 · answer #2 · answered by cinnatigg 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your son can go through the court system to change his name. Call your local county clerks office and ask the specifics on what is needed to be done. Usually they will have you fill out some forms, put an ad in the paper saying you have requested a name change and who to contact if someone wants to challenge it or object to it. If no one objects within the time limit the judge will grant the name change.
2007-07-09 11:22:38 · answer #3 · answered by mommy dearest 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should visit your local court or give them a call to find out what sort of paperwork you will need to fill out to make the change. It probably varies from state to state, but he may need to go before a judge before it can be finalized. If he has a clean record and a valid reason for the name change, there shouldn't be too much of a problem.
Good luck!
2007-07-09 11:18:44 · answer #4 · answered by T the D 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My nephew took his mother and step-father's last name when he turned 18. He did not get a lawyer. He filed the papers himself with the court and went in for a name change. It was fairly easy to do.
2007-07-09 11:25:05 · answer #5 · answered by Patti C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to an attorney, explain your wants and why, they will type up the paper work, serve 'dad'. if he cant be found then you will have to provide 'dads' last known address and pay for an ad in the newspaper for 30 days, show up in cout and the judge says you do not have that last name any more, probally you will take 'moms last name if remarried or her maiden name
2007-07-09 11:22:26 · answer #6 · answered by sics 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In some states all you need to do is file it with the court. You may not need a lawyer for this. I would check with your local county courthouse for whichever division handles birth certificates. They will be able to direct you to the court that you need to see. Good luck.
2007-07-09 11:20:58 · answer #7 · answered by Steve F 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The details differ depending on the State but the general idea is to go to the courhouse and petition for name change.
Good Luck.
2007-07-09 11:16:58 · answer #8 · answered by Dimitar A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to court, the Hall of Records.
2007-07-09 11:18:45 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
YOU CAN GO DOWN AND GET THE PAPERS FROM A PRINTING CO OR GET A LAWYER AND DROP HIS DAD'S LAST NAME THEN YOU GO TO COURT AND GO FRONT OF THE JUDGE AND HE WILL DROP IT
2007-07-09 11:20:12 · answer #10 · answered by kitty 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋