How do I change back to my maiden name in Texas?

How do I change back to my maiden name in Texas?

Court Name-Change ProceduresObtain a Copy of Your Fingerprints and a Background Check. Complete the Form Original Petition for Change of Name of an Adult. Complete the Form Order Granting Change of Name of an Adult. File the Petition. Attend the Court Hearing. File the Order.

Can I change back to my maiden name without a divorce Australia?

If you married in Australia and took on your spouse’s name, you can go back to your previous family name. (This might be due to separation, divorce or personal choice. You don’t need to have separated or divorced.) You don’t need to apply for a change of name with BDM.

Is it OK to keep your maiden name?

Even if you do change your name personally, you can always keep your maiden name professionally.

Can a woman keep her maiden name?

U.S. women weren’t legally allowed to keep their maiden names in every state until as late as 1972. Married couples were seen as “one person” by law, and that person was the husband. Property and finances were in his name, and her identity was known only in relation to his, as in “Mrs. John Smith.”

What are the benefits of changing your name after marriage?

PRO: You will avoid many misunderstandings. Once you are married many people will assume that you have taking your husband’s name. If you don’t change your name you may have to constantly correct people. Your elderly family members might even give you the hard time about it not chaning your name.