Legal Question in Family Law in New York
Change of Lastname
Ok My ex wife and I have been divorced since 2002. I have been in family court fighting to visit with my daughters. It has just come to my attention that she has changed my daughters last name to her maiden name. I have been told by some that she cannot do this without my consent also that the girls have to be at least 18 before this happens.
My daughters are 12 and 14 respectively. My question is can she changed their name without my consent and if she can't what can I do about it?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Change of Lastname
This is an interesting question. The daughters can use an 'alias' if it is not for an illegal purpose if they choose to do so.
The interesting part is that this is a 'fact', real evidence, that your ex has no intention of not interfering with your having a close and constructive relationship with your children.
I know this use of an 'alias' must be making you ill, but it was a mistake to be so obvious in the undermining of your interest and relationship. This will boomerang.
It isn't often that a wife hands a father such a good piece of evidence as to what is really happening. This will give your lawyer something solid to work with.
You do not indicate whether you have a lawyer. if not, get one soon. Do not go back to court without a lawyer.
You are welcome to a consultation for no fee.
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