Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey
minor name change
my 7 year old daughter wants to change her last name to my married name.... she does still see her father about twice a month but he is not an active part of her life... she does not have his last name she has my maden name...do I need his permission to change her name?
Asked on 3/22/09, 7:37 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Richard Vallario
Richard W. Vallario Law Office
Re: minor name change
The father would have to be notified and he can object. However, since she does not use his last name, the Court may permit the change whereas normally this would be difficult to get approved.
Answered on 3/23/09, 1:40 pm
Gary Moore
Gary Moore Attorney At Law
Re: minor name change
I would think that her father is entitled to be notified to any name change petition that you file to change her name.
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Gary Moore, Esquire
Hackensack, New Jersey
www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com
Answered on 3/22/09, 8:11 pm