Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

legal name

when a woman remarries is it legal to retain the surname of her previous husband that she divorced?


Asked on 10/22/01, 8:58 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Robert Gleaner Robert A. Gleaner, P.C.

Re: legal name

A person can have any name he/she wants, as long as the utilization of that name is not for any illegal reason, such as to avoid creditors or criminal prosecution. Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the little bit of information that you have given to me. There may be other factors that would change my opinion. Further, no one can rely on advice from an attorney who has not been retained. Since it appears that you have not retained an attorney, before you take any further action, you should contact an attorney (either me or someone else) to discuss your matter in more detail. Only then will you be able to rely on the advice. I will be happy to assist you. However, you need to call me at 856-546-8010. If you mention LawGuru, there will be no charge for your first consultation. Good luck! Rob Gleaner

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Answered on 11/26/01, 10:05 am


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