Legal Question in Family Law in Oklahoma
I am divorced and would like to change my last name back to my maiden name. Do I have to go through the courts to do so?
Asked on 4/21/10, 8:52 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Kurt Kennedy
Kurt M. Kennedy,Attorney at Law
Yes. You could have had your name changed at the time of your divorce. (A name change can be included in the Decree.) Since your Decree has already been entered, you will need to file a petition for name change with the District Court.
Answered on 4/26/10, 10:09 am