Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

If I got divorced a couple of years ago, and my ex still carries my last name because of our daughter, can I file for her to change her last name because I am getting remarried and want my ex to release the last name from hers. Is it possible to file for this?


Asked on 1/11/10, 9:45 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Gleaner Robert A. Gleaner, P.C.

Your question implies that your new wife cannot have the same last name as you unless your ex-wife "releases" it. Where did you get that idea? Names are not proprietary or exclusive. Just ask anyone named "Smith", "Brown" or "Jones". Get married and be happy!

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Answered on 1/16/10, 11:40 am
Richard Vallario Richard W. Vallario Law Office

Only your ex-wife has the right to change her name.

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Answered on 1/18/10, 12:21 pm


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