Legal Question in Family Law in California

Whats in a name?

My wife filed for divorce and used her previous married name on the filing. Her drivers license has that last name on it, however legally her last name is mine. Does she need to refile or will the court recognize the case as valid?


Asked on 8/10/08, 11:19 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Cliff Capdevielle Cliff Capdevielle

Re: Whats in a name?

The petition should be amended to show her legal name.

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Answered on 8/11/08, 1:10 pm


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