Legal Question in Family Law in Nevada
Name Change
My daughter has her natural father's last name although he did not sign the birth certificate. I would like to know if I can change her lasr name to my maiden name without his consent. He Father is not on the birth certificate just mine her mother.
Asked on 2/06/04, 2:08 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
James Smith
James E. Smith Ltd.
Re: Name Change
Unless the natural father's parental rights have been terminated, you need to go to Court to Petition the Family Court to change the name.
Answered on 2/06/04, 3:50 pm