A judgment or decree in a divorce case may be modified for sufficient cause. This form is a sample of a motion of the petitioner in a divorce action seeking to modify a divorce decree and have her name changed back to her married name from her maiden name. This form is a generic motion and adopts the notice pleadings format of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, which have been adopted by most states in one form or another. This form is for illustrative purposes only. Local laws should be consulted to determine any specific requirements for such a form in a particular jurisdiction.
Florida Motion to Modify or Amend Divorce Decree to Change Name Back to Married Name is a legal process through which an individual can request the court to change their name back to their former married name after a divorce. This motion allows a person to regain their previous name and adopt it as their legal name once again. There are two main types of Florida Motion to Modify or Amend Divorce Decree to Change Name Back to Married Name, namely: 1. Uncontested Motion to Modify or Amend Divorce Decree to Change Name Back to Married Name: This type of motion is filed when both parties in a divorce agree and consent to the name change. It involves submitting a formal request to the court, along with supporting documentation and the agreement of both spouses. Once approved by the court, an order is issued to legally change the name back to the married name. 2. Contested Motion to Modify or Amend Divorce Decree to Change Name Back to Married Name: This type of motion is filed when one party in a divorce disagrees with the name change and does not provide their consent. It requires filing a petition with the court and presenting evidence or arguments to justify the requested name change. The court will then review the petition and make a decision based on the evidence presented. The Florida Motion to Modify or Amend Divorce Decree to Change Name Back to Married Name generally requires the following steps: 1. Gather relevant documents: Collect all essential documents related to the divorce, such as the divorce decree and marriage certificate. 2. Prepare the motion: Draft a motion that clearly states the intention to change the name back to the former married name and includes the supporting reasons for the name change. 3. Include supporting documentation: Attach any necessary supporting documentation, including a copy of the marriage certificate, divorce decree, and any other documents that validate the requested name change. 4. Serve the motion: Serve the motion to the other party involved in the divorce. If it is an uncontested motion, the other party can provide their consent and sign an agreement form. 5. File the motion with the court: Submit the motion and supporting documents to the appropriate court, paying the required filing fees. 6. Attend a court hearing: In case of a contested motion, attend the court hearing and present arguments, evidence, or witnesses to support the name change request. The judge will make a decision based on the presented information. 7. Obtain a court order: If the court approves the motion, a court order will be issued to legally change the name back to the former married name. It is important to consult with an experienced family law attorney to navigate this legal process effectively and ensure compliance with all relevant Florida laws and regulations.Florida Motion to Modify or Amend Divorce Decree to Change Name Back to Married Name is a legal process through which an individual can request the court to change their name back to their former married name after a divorce. This motion allows a person to regain their previous name and adopt it as their legal name once again. There are two main types of Florida Motion to Modify or Amend Divorce Decree to Change Name Back to Married Name, namely: 1. Uncontested Motion to Modify or Amend Divorce Decree to Change Name Back to Married Name: This type of motion is filed when both parties in a divorce agree and consent to the name change. It involves submitting a formal request to the court, along with supporting documentation and the agreement of both spouses. Once approved by the court, an order is issued to legally change the name back to the married name. 2. Contested Motion to Modify or Amend Divorce Decree to Change Name Back to Married Name: This type of motion is filed when one party in a divorce disagrees with the name change and does not provide their consent. It requires filing a petition with the court and presenting evidence or arguments to justify the requested name change. The court will then review the petition and make a decision based on the evidence presented. The Florida Motion to Modify or Amend Divorce Decree to Change Name Back to Married Name generally requires the following steps: 1. Gather relevant documents: Collect all essential documents related to the divorce, such as the divorce decree and marriage certificate. 2. Prepare the motion: Draft a motion that clearly states the intention to change the name back to the former married name and includes the supporting reasons for the name change. 3. Include supporting documentation: Attach any necessary supporting documentation, including a copy of the marriage certificate, divorce decree, and any other documents that validate the requested name change. 4. Serve the motion: Serve the motion to the other party involved in the divorce. If it is an uncontested motion, the other party can provide their consent and sign an agreement form. 5. File the motion with the court: Submit the motion and supporting documents to the appropriate court, paying the required filing fees. 6. Attend a court hearing: In case of a contested motion, attend the court hearing and present arguments, evidence, or witnesses to support the name change request. The judge will make a decision based on the presented information. 7. Obtain a court order: If the court approves the motion, a court order will be issued to legally change the name back to the former married name. It is important to consult with an experienced family law attorney to navigate this legal process effectively and ensure compliance with all relevant Florida laws and regulations.
