Legal Question in Family Law in California

changing my sons name

My son has his mother's last name. I want to change it to my last name. How do I start this process?


Asked on 7/11/00, 9:51 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Gray Barber & Gray, LLP

Re: changing my sons name

How old is your son? Were you married? More information is needed. A Petition for Name Change can be obtained at your local county courthouse. Review the petition to see what is required.

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Answered on 9/08/00, 4:42 pm
Jed Somit Jed Somit, Attorney at Law

Re: changing my sons name

If you were not married to the mother, then you

should secure your legal standing as father through a

paternity action. You can request a change of name in that

action.

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Answered on 9/08/00, 8:15 pm
Nina Gohari Law Office Of Nina N. Gohari

Re: changing my sons name

YOU MAY FILE A MOTION TO CHANGE YOUR SON'S NAME. THE MOTION MAY BE UNDER A FAMILY LAW CASE OR A PATERNITY CASE. I DO NOT HAVE ADEQUATE INFORMATION TO PROPERLY ADVISE YOU. CALL ME FOR A FREE OFFICE CONSULTATION. 310-839-7700

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Answered on 9/08/00, 9:50 pm


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