Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

how long before i resume my maiden name

I was given a judgement of divorce nisi in mid-november, the judge also told me that I return to my former name....how long do I have to wait before I can resume it? Also what should I do about my license and my social security card or anything else that has my married name on it? Thank you kindly. Emmy


Asked on 11/30/05, 10:13 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Raymond P. Bilodeau Law Office of Raymond P. Bilodeau

Re: how long before i resume my maiden name

You can just ask any person or legal entiry to use your maiden name, except for the Social Security Administration. They will require a certified copy of the court order that includes the part allowing you to change your name. It will cost you $20 at the Probate Court clerk's office where you got your divorce (they may charge $1 per page after the first page).

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Answered on 11/30/05, 5:41 pm


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