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It Provides a Fresh Start Changing it can help shed those negative connotations and allow the person to begin fresh. A name might be something the person still associates with a situation where they were a victim. Changing it can give them a sense of freedom to leave behind the horrible past.

However, if someone has contested the name change, or if the judge has any questions about your Petition, he/she may schedule a hearing. All of these steps are discussed further below. The total process will take approximately 2 to 4 months from the date of filing the petition to have the final decree signed.

Some of the most common reasons people legally change their names include the following. Name Change After Marriage or Divorce. ... Changing Your Name Back After Divorce. ... Changing Your Name Because You Don't Like It. ... Personal Branding. ... Changing a Child's Surname. ... Changing Your Name Due to Discrimination.

To ask the court for a name change, you need to file a petition. You can use the Petition for Change of Name of an Adult (CC-DR-60) or Petition for Change of Name of a Minor (CC-DR-062). Attach documents with your or the minor's current name (birth certificate, driver's license, passport, etc.).

However, if someone has contested the name change, or if the judge has any questions about your Petition, he/she may schedule a hearing. All of these steps are discussed further below. The total process will take approximately 2 to 4 months from the date of filing the petition to have the final decree signed.

To get started you'll need either a marriage certificate or a deed poll. You can go back to your former name even if you're not divorced! Whatever your situation, we refer to this document as your certificate. Financial institutions and government departments may ask for additional documents to safeguard your identity.

There is a filing fee ($165) filing fee. Learn more about filing fee waivers.