Nothing in the law requires you to change your name when getting married; it is your personal choice. The name change petition can be filed in the County Court or Supreme Court of the county where you live.Please print the name that you would like to appear on your Clark University academic record. Petitions are available in the District Court Administration Office and below. Filing Fees: Filing fees are due at the time of filing and are non-refundable. You must first notify the Social Security Administration of your name change if you have a U.S. Social Security Number. Enter your password and click Login. Step 2: To the left, click on the Tasks tab and then the Applicant Resubmit Task name or the Complete button next to it. There are several forms you will have to fill out and sign. A Clark County resident who desires to legally change his or her name must file an application in the Clark County Probate Court.