Legal Question in Family Law in Missouri
Changing a child's last name
How can I change my child's last name to give him his real father's name?
Asked on 7/22/08, 2:16 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael R. Nack
Michael R. Nack, Attorney at Law
Re: Changing a child's last name
There is a relatively simple legal procedure for changing a name by filing a Petition and following the law to obtain a Court Order. However, your question suggests that what you might really need might be something more, like a judicial determination of paternity, custody order and child support order. You should definitely consult with an attorney.
Answered on 7/23/08, 12:10 am