Legal Question in Family Law in South Carolina
changing name on birth certificate
my question is how to change my daughter's last name she has my soon tobe ex-husbands last name and he is not the real father so therefore i want to change it to her real father's last name
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: changing name on birth certificate
In order to change a minor's name, you need to bring an action in family court, which will also require that the other parent be served with notice of the action. There are other requirements, but basically the Court will have to determine if the name change is in the best interest of the minor.
These are complex issues, and it is important that they be handled correctly. Therefore, it is important that you consult an experienced family law attorney to find out what options are available to you based on the facts of your particular case.
If you need more information, you can visit my family law blog (www.SCFamilyLaw.com) or our website (www.StevensFirm.com). I wish you the best of luck.
Ben Stevens
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