Name Change FAQs Archive - Fletcher Law, PLLC Immigration Attorney all 50 States Thu, 16 Jul 2020 10:32:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/cropped-lawyerfletcher_favicon-32x32.png Name Change FAQs Archive - Fletcher Law, PLLC 32 32 What are the Specific Requirements for an Adult Change to Change his/her Name in Florida? https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/what-are-the-specific-requirements-for-an-adult-change-to-change-his-her-name-in-florida/ https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/what-are-the-specific-requirements-for-an-adult-change-to-change-his-her-name-in-florida/#respond Thu, 16 Jul 2020 10:32:21 +0000 https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/?post_type=avada_faq&p=14192 The specific requirements for a name change that is not a part of a divorce or adoption case are: You will need to be at least 18 years; You must be a legal Florida resident; and You must also be willing to submit your fingerprints for a state and national criminal history background check.

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]]> The specific requirements for a name change that is not a part of a divorce or adoption case are:

  • You will need to be at least 18 years;
  • You must be a legal Florida resident; and
  • You must also be willing to submit your fingerprints for a state and national criminal history background check.

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]]> https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/what-are-the-specific-requirements-for-an-adult-change-to-change-his-her-name-in-florida/feed/ 0 Where do I File a Name Change Petition? https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/where-do-i-file-a-name-change-petition/ https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/where-do-i-file-a-name-change-petition/#respond Thu, 16 Jul 2020 10:30:35 +0000 https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/?post_type=avada_faq&p=14190 You file it in the county where you are a resident.

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]]> https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/where-do-i-file-a-name-change-petition/feed/ 0 Why Would a Name Change Petition be Denied? https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/why-would-a-name-change-petition-be-denied/ https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/why-would-a-name-change-petition-be-denied/#respond Thu, 16 Jul 2020 10:29:33 +0000 https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/?post_type=avada_faq&p=14187 A name change petition could be denied if your reasons for doing so are: To avoid creditors; To invade the property rights of others, whether partnership, patent, good will, privacy, or trademark; For an illegal purpose or ulterior motive; or To avoid arrests

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]]> A name change petition could be denied if your reasons for doing so are:

  • To avoid creditors;
  • To invade the property rights of others, whether partnership, patent, good will, privacy, or trademark;
  • For an illegal purpose or ulterior motive; or
  • To avoid arrests

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]]> https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/why-would-a-name-change-petition-be-denied/feed/ 0 Will a Name Change Affect My Alimony, Child Support, Social Security, or Other Entitlements? https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/will-a-name-change-affect-my-alimony-child-support-social-security-or-other-entitlements/ https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/will-a-name-change-affect-my-alimony-child-support-social-security-or-other-entitlements/#respond Thu, 16 Jul 2020 10:27:43 +0000 https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/?post_type=avada_faq&p=14185 No. After a name change petition has been granted, you are responsible from providing the different agencies with a certified copy of the judgement so that they can update their records. There could be delays in disbursing your benefits if you do not comply in a timely manner.

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]]> No. After a name change petition has been granted, you are responsible from providing the different agencies with a certified copy of the judgement so that they can update their records. There could be delays in disbursing your benefits if you do not comply in a timely manner.

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]]> https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/will-a-name-change-affect-my-alimony-child-support-social-security-or-other-entitlements/feed/ 0 How Long Does the Name Change Process Take? https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/how-long-does-the-name-change-process-take/ https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/how-long-does-the-name-change-process-take/#respond Thu, 16 Jul 2020 10:26:55 +0000 https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/?post_type=avada_faq&p=14183 The process is relatively short and can be done in less than 2 months. You have to wait for the results of your criminal background check before the case can proceed to a final hearing.

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]]> The process is relatively short and can be done in less than 2 months. You have to wait for the results of your criminal background check before the case can proceed to a final hearing.

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]]> https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/how-long-does-the-name-change-process-take/feed/ 0 How is a Name Change for a Minor Different From an Adult Name Change? https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/how-is-a-name-change-for-a-minor-different-from-an-adult-name-change/ https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/how-is-a-name-change-for-a-minor-different-from-an-adult-name-change/#respond Thu, 16 Jul 2020 10:26:04 +0000 https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/?post_type=avada_faq&p=14180 Both parents must consent to the name change of a minor but if one parent objects, the judge can still grant the request, as long as it is in the best interests of the child. There is no similar requirement for adults requiring a name change.

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]]> Both parents must consent to the name change of a minor but if one parent objects, the judge can still grant the request, as long as it is in the best interests of the child. There is no similar requirement for adults requiring a name change.

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]]> https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/how-is-a-name-change-for-a-minor-different-from-an-adult-name-change/feed/ 0 Can Individuals Object to My Petition for a Name Change? https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/can-individuals-object-to-my-petition-for-a-name-change/ https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/faq-items/can-individuals-object-to-my-petition-for-a-name-change/#respond Thu, 16 Jul 2020 10:25:23 +0000 https://www.lawyerfletcher.com/?post_type=avada_faq&p=14179 Yes. There is no requirement to publish notice of a pending name change petition, so persons with an objection may not be aware of the case. The court has an independent duty to decide whether a name change is consistent with public interest and a reasonable objection may influence the court’s decision.

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]]> Yes. There is no requirement to publish notice of a pending name change petition, so persons with an objection may not be aware of the case. The court has an independent duty to decide whether a name change is consistent with public interest and a reasonable objection may influence the court’s decision.

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