Legal Question in Administrative Law in Florida

1) I want to drop my last name and just use my first and middle name. If i go thru the courthouse they say it will cost me $401.00 then i go before a judge , if he says no do i get my $401.00 back?

2) What is the difference betwwen doing it myself , or getting an attorney who charges around $1000.00 ?


Asked on 8/17/10, 5:19 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Carolyn Jones Law Office of Carolyn R. Jones

1. No the court fees are charged by the state and they do not refund the money.

2. In order to change your name you have file a petition and a hearing is required. You could file and attend the hearing on your own. But the proceedings may be more difficult for a unrepresented person.

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Answered on 8/24/10, 5:36 pm


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