Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

Name Change

I am getting married. I have a 4 year old son from a previous relationship. My son has my last name. Can my son take my new husbands last name when we are married?


Asked on 9/25/02, 11:28 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Edward Weinstein Law Office of Edward R. Weinstein

Re: Name Change

Thank you for your inquiry.

Your new husband would have to legally adopt your child in order to change the child's name.

As it would be my pleasure to speak to you regarding your situation, please feel free to contact my office at 732 246 0909 to discuss same.

Very truly yours,

Edward R. Weinstein

214 Highway 18

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

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Answered on 9/25/02, 11:56 am


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