Legal Question in Family Law in New York
Do i needs father permission to change sons name
Hi. MY sons father is a dead beat dad, do I need his permission or consent to change my sons last name? Thank you
Asked on 5/05/03, 5:53 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Debra Palazzo
Law Offices of Debra Palazzo, LLC
Re: Do i needs father permission to change sons name
You do not need his permission BUT you must give him an opportunity to be heard by the court. Once you file your petition w/ court he will have to be served. He can object to name change but up to court.
Debra Palazzo 914 961-7800
Answered on 5/08/03, 10:13 pm