Can you change your first name when you get divorced?

Can you change your first name when you get divorced?

And if you get divorced and want to legally change your name back to your maiden name, you can usually get the judge to take care of that during the divorce proceedings. Your name change should appear on your Decree of Dissolution (a.k.a. Divorce Decree), then you can start using your maiden name again.

How do I change my name after divorce with Social Security?

If you legally change your name because of marriage, divorce, court order or any other reason, you must tell Social Security so you can get a corrected card. You cannot apply for a card online. There is no charge for a Social Security card. This service is free.

Is name change mandatory after marriage?

Your name is your own choice. The law does not mandate a man or a woman to change it necessarily. Hence you do not have to change your name in any official documentation like Aadhar card or PAN card after marriage.

Does maiden name go before married name?

You can go the “traditional” route and list your “maiden” name first, or you could choose to list your new last name first, followed by your original last name. Some couples decide to have both partners change to the hyphenated last name, as a show of unity and equality.

Can a married woman use her maiden name?

Although a married woman may continue to use her maiden name as a professional name, it is, in the eyes of the law, an assumed name. ‘ She is required, therefore, to use her married name in any transaction that by law must be conducted under her legal name.

Can you keep your last name and add my husband’s?

This is one of the most popular name change trends today, as women can take their spouse’s last name but still keep their maiden name. This can be done in all states except California (unless you list your maiden as your middle name on your marriage license), Ohio, New Jersey, and Washington.