Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

how hard is it for a young male over the age of 25 to hyphenate his last name (he has his fathers last name now)but wants to add his mom maiden name behind his last name? He hasn't been any trouble or anything but she raised him from the age of 12 his father just walked out of his life.


Asked on 9/12/13, 10:42 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Robert Perez Perez Law Office, PLLC

In Texas, it is not difficult at all to change your name, if you have never been charged with a felony, or Class A or B misdemeanor. All you have to do is file a name change petition in the county court for the county in which you reside, together with an order for the judge to sign. The filing fee is approximately $230 (may vary by county - check with your county clerk).

If you are interested, I offer all the necessary documents through my online law office at www.perezlawonline.com.

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Answered on 9/12/13, 10:55 am


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