Legal Question in Family Law in Kentucky

Re: Divorce

Yes. In Kentucky you can use any name you want, so long as your purpose is not to deceive or commit fraud. Many women request a "restoration of maiden or previous name" provision in their divorce decree, and such a document may be helpful if you need to change your credit cards, bank accounts, or drivers license. Additionally, you can go to the office of the District Court Clerk in your county of residence, and for a small fee, file a Petition for Name Change. In the situation you describe, the District Judge will almost certainly approve your request to return to your maiden name.