Legal Question in Family Law in California
I have all the papers drawn up for a name change for my minor son, and although I am divorced from his Father, he too is on board with my decision and will sign all the paperwork. All the legal forms etc...he is unable to go to the court hearing because he lives far and does not drive. My question is....even though he will sign, how do the courts know it is "real" since the documents do not need to be notorized? I was wondering if there is some other document to throw into the packet to secure the validity....I would hate to go thru all the newspaper crap, court hearing for the judge to say no because his Father is not there with me by my side. Does this make sense? I would think I could have something else notorized so it is legit.....
I could not find the right "area of law" to put in this line.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Actually, though not required, notarizing his signatures is a pretty good way to tell the court that you aren't just forging his approval. Most courts also allow telephonic appearances. You could check with the local court clerk about whether that option is available to you.
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