In Florida, you can have your maiden name restored in a Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage, which is what a divorce decree is called in the state. You must ask the judge to include the request in the final judgment. Once the judge grants your
request, you will need to inform other institutions about the change. List your full maiden name (First, Middle and Last) on your Petition for Dissolution of Marriage when requesting a maiden name restored. At the time of the final hearing, spell your maiden name clearly and correctly for the judge, to make sure the correct spelling is placed in the final judgment. You can only request to restore your maiden name. Once a final judgment is entered i n your case, you must obtain certified copies of your final judgment. Please visit one of the Clerk’s Office locations at least 24 hours after the day and time of your final hearing. Main Courthouse in West Palm Beach is open 8am to 4pm Monday through Friday. North County and South County Courthouses are open 8am to 4pm Monday through Thursday. Obtain the certified copies as soon as possible, and no more than thirty days after the date the Final Judgment is signed. If you have not qualified for indigent status, there is a fee for certification and copies. Step 3- Update your Social Security CardUpdate your name with the Social Security Administration (SSA) as soon as possible. You may change your name with the SSA either in person or by mail. You cannot change your name online. You will need:
All documents must be originals or certified copies. Visit the SSA website for a complete list of accepted documents. Step 4-Update your Driver’s License/Florida IDIf you change your name, you must update your FL driver's license or ID card within 10 days. NOTE: You must first change your name with the SSA (see the “Change Your Name With the SSA" section above). If you are a non-U.S. citizen, you must have your name changed on your immigration document. You can change your name in person at any local Florida Division of Driver Licenses office. You cannot apply for a name change online, by mail, or by phone. You will need:
All documents must be originals or certified copies. Please visit the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles for additional information and detailed instructions. Step 5-Other InstitutionsYou need to let other institutions and agencies you deal with know your legal name has changed. For example, you will want to change your name on your bank accounts. Every agency or business will have their own procedure to follow. In general, you will need to show them a copy of your divorce decree or new Social Security card. Post DivorceIf you didn't want to change back to your maiden name at the time of your divorce but later change your mind, you need to file a new petition for a name change that may require filing fees. Please review appropriate Florida statute or visit www.flcourts.org for additional information. Family Division How do I go about changing my last name after divorce?Costs Of Changing Last Name After Marriage California
You will just file a Petition in Superior Court in California and, upon approval by a judge, get a court order legally changing your name.
How do I change back to my maiden name while still married UK?If you changed your name when you got married, you can go back to your maiden name at any time, but you will need to do this by deed poll. Changing your name by deed poll will not affect any divorce proceedings that may follow your separation.
Can a widow revert to her maiden name?While changing your name after marriage can be accomplished with your marriage certificate, changing your name after the death of your spouse is only possible by court order.
Should I go back to my maiden name?After all, it is your name. Even if you have children with your ex, if keeping your ex's surname causes feelings of anger, resentment, or frustration to arise, you should absolutely change it. Many people find that reclaiming their birth name helps them to better reclaim their identity as a single individual.
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