Legal Question in Family Law in Missouri
My wife and I have have become the legal permanent custodians of our grand daughter and she currently has the last name of her mothers ex-husband who is not the childs father. Can we submit to have her name changed without the consent of the parents, whose rights have not been terminated.
Asked on 7/24/14, 2:24 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Anthony Smith
LawSmith
You can request, but it won't be granted unless the parents consent.
Good luck
Answered on 7/25/14, 5:15 am
Mel Franke
Mel G. Franke, Attorney at Law
You have to file a change of name proceeding.
Answered on 7/25/14, 9:58 am
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