Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California
I was divorced in 1973 in New York state and the decree included the option of me returning to my maiden name. I have wanted to do it but didn't want to hassle with changing everything over. I now live in CA. I would like to change back to my maiden name. Do I have to file Name Change forms and go through a court hearing or can I just use my maiden name. After all this time would I need proof of the name change? Thank you.
3 Answers from Attorneys
As long as your still have the judgment, and it states that you have been granted to use your maiden name, you should be able to change your driver's license and social security card. Just bring the judgment in with you. Make sure you know which paragraph the name change is in.
Legally, you can use your maiden name. You may have problems with the driver's license, however, social security cards, and any other formal identifications or arrangements without the judgment.
It may take some doing, but you should be able to get a certified copy of the judgment from the court in NY.
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