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01. Start with a blank Legal Name Change Form
Open the blank document in the editor, set the document view, and add extra pages if applicable.
02. Add and configure fillable fields
Use the top toolbar to insert fields like text and signature boxes, radio buttons, checkboxes, and more. Assign users to fields.
03. Distribute your form
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Step 1: Access DocHub to set up your Legal Name Change Form.

Start by logging into your DocHub account. Explore the pro DocHub functionality free for 30 days.

Step 2: Navigate to the dashboard.

Once signed in, head to the DocHub dashboard. This is where you'll create your forms and manage your document workflow.

Step 3: Create the Legal Name Change Form.

Hit New Document and select Create Blank Document to be taken to the form builder.

Step 4: Design the form layout.

Use the DocHub tools to insert and arrange form fields like text areas, signature boxes, images, and others to your document.

Step 5: Add text and titles.

Add needed text, such as questions or instructions, using the text field to guide the users in your document.

Step 6: Customize field settings.

Modify the properties of each field, such as making them mandatory or formatting them according to the data you plan to collect. Assign recipients if applicable.

Step 7: Review and save.

After you’ve managed to design the Legal Name Change Form, make a final review of your document. Then, save the form within DocHub, transfer it to your chosen location, or distribute it via a link or email.

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In most cases, you must file a petition with your local court to change your name. To do so, you may need to file paperwork and appear before a judge to complete the process. Find your local government website and contact your circuit court to get information about how you can legally change your name.
Apply for an enrolled deed poll Enrolling a deed poll means that youre putting your new name on public record. You must apply to the Royal Courts of Justice to get an enrolled deed poll using the deed poll process. It costs 49.32. You can only enrol your own name change if youre 18 or over.
To ask the Court to change your name or your childs name, you need to give the Court the following: court papers asking for the change, this includes: Name Change Petition and Proposed Order. The petition must be filled out and signed in front of a Notary Public. You may need additional forms to change a childs name.
Forms for Name Change for an Adult Form NameForm Number Petition for Change of Name NC-100 Attachment to Petition for Change of Name NC-110 Civil Case Cover Sheet CM-010 Order to Show Cause for Change of Name NC-1202 more rows
The cost for changing your name varies by state. In some states the fee is under $100, but other states may charge up to $500. Keep in mind that you may also have to pay a fee to a newspaper for publication in addition to the court filings. Check your state court website for filing fee details.
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Change a First, Middle or Last Name You must have a certified legal name change court order. If you live in NYC, you must go to Civil Court and request a legal name change. If you live outside of NYC, go to the appropriate court in your area and request a legal name change.
In most locations, there will be a filing fee of $210. Give the clerk all your papers and the fee, and the clerk will give you an index number. Write this number in the top-right corner of your: Name Change Petition.
REQUIREMENTS FOR CHANGE OF NAME Application Letter Addressed To the Chief Registrar. Deed of Change of Name duly stamped at the stamp duty office.

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