Legal Question in Family Law in United States Minor Outlying Islands
last name change to maiden name
my childs last name has his fathers last
name. i would like to change it my last
name. we are not married. what is the
process. Do i need authorization from
the father?
Asked on 4/24/09, 11:19 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Gabriel Cheong
Infinity Law Group
Re: last name change to maiden name
If you have sole physical and legal custody of the child, then you do not need the father's permission.
Answered on 4/24/09, 11:36 am
Joseph Murray
Joseph M. Murray, Esq.
Re: last name change to maiden name
If you do not have sole physical and legal custody you would need the biological father's consent. You would file a petition for name change in the Probate and Family Court and give notice to all interested parties as the court directs. If you anticipate opposition from the biological father you may want to consider retaining an attorney to assist you. Good Luck!
Answered on 4/24/09, 12:30 pm
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