What do I need to bring to a name change hearing?
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What do I need to bring to a name change hearing?
According to LegalZoom, you’ll first need to prove your residency in your state. Next, you’ll need to gather your supporting evidence: a current social security card, birth certificate, driver’s license, and photo identification. You’ll then need to file a Petition for Change of Name.
How long is a name change hearing?
Summary – How Long to Change Your Name in California File, Hearing, Court Order – 3-6 hours to file (unless we help. Zero time with Full Service). Usually 2-3 months to wait for your Hearing date. You get your Decree Changing Name right after your Hearing, upon approval.
Does name change affect background check?
A name change probably won’t help you escape anything in your past that you’d like to hide from potential employers. But if you’re not upfront about it during the hiring process, it can cause delays in your background check and maybe even cost you the job you want.
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 I use both my maiden name and married name?
Some people change their legal name, but continue to use their maiden name after marriage. You also may be able to obtain authorization to do business as your new name without changing documents—this is called a “doing business as” approval, or DBA.
Are you still a Mrs If you keep your maiden name?
Typically, women who have just got married will change their title to “Mrs.”. If you are keeping your maiden name after marriage then you might like to go by “Ms.” instead, but you don’t have to. You could keep your own name but just change the prefix to “Mrs.”.
Why would a divorced woman keep her married name?
Just as taking his name when you got married was a signal that you were one unit, legally updating your name back symbolizes that you no longer wish to be connected legally, emotionally, or financially with your ex. It also symbolizes your independence and the fact that the marriage is completely over.
