Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Michigan

name change in Michigan

In Michigan, can a person legally change his/her name without petitioning the Court? Is a person required to petition the Court in order to change their name?


Asked on 10/16/07, 9:20 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Renee Walsh LawRefs Nonprofit

Re: name change in Michigan

Yes, a petition is required except in the case of a woman in marriage, who can change her name at the time she applies for a license.

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Answered on 10/16/07, 9:26 pm


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