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Wisconsin Name Change Detailed Guide

  • Name Change Wisconsin forms are legal documents used to request a change in a person's name in the state of Wisconsin. These forms are typically submitted to the court system for approval and are necessary to legally change your name.

  • The main types of Name Change Wisconsin forms include the Petition for Name Change and the Order for Name Change. The Petition for Name Change is the initial form that needs to be completed and filed with the court, while the Order for Name Change is the document issued by the court after the name change has been approved.

  • To fill out Name Change Wisconsin forms, follow these steps:

    1. Obtain the necessary forms from the Wisconsin court or download them from the Wisconsin Court System's official website. Make sure you have the most up-to-date version of the forms.

    2. Carefully read the instructions provided with the forms to understand the requirements and process for name change in Wisconsin.

    3. Fill in the appropriate information on the forms, including your current name, the desired new name, and the reasons for the name change.

    4. Sign and date the forms according to the instructions. Some forms may require notarization or additional signatures.

    5. Make copies of the completed forms for your records.

    6. File the original forms with the Wisconsin court clerk's office where you reside. Pay any required filing fees and follow any specific instructions provided by the court.

    7. Attend the scheduled court hearing, if required. The court will review your petition and decide whether to grant the name change.

    8. If the name change is approved, the court will issue an Order for Name Change. Keep a copy of this order as it serves as legal proof of your name change.

    9. Update your identification documents, such as driver's license, Social Security card, and passport, with your new name using the court-issued Order for Name Change.