Petition for Change of Name for Family - Wisconsin 2026

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
  2. Begin by filling in your personal information, including your name, address, and date of birth. Ensure accuracy as this information is crucial for the court.
  3. Indicate your current legal name as it appears on your birth certificate. This is essential for the court to process your request correctly.
  4. Specify your relationship to the minor children whose names you wish to change. Clearly list their names and dates of birth in the designated fields.
  5. In the section requesting the name change, write down both your current name and the desired new name. Repeat this for each minor child listed.
  6. Review all entries for completeness and accuracy before finalizing. Once satisfied, proceed to sign and date the petition.
  7. Finally, ensure that a notary public witnesses your signatures as required by Wisconsin law.

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Among the grounds for change of name which have been held valid are: (a) when the name is ridiculous, dishonorable or extremely difficult to write or pronounce; (b) when the change results as a legal consequence, as in legitimation; (c) when the change will avoid confusion; (d) when one has continuously used and been
Name change petitions must typically be accompanied by supporting documentation such as a birth certificate, proof of residency, and photo identification. Petitions may also need to be docHubd before they are filed.
To obtain a court order, the circuit court will require one or both of the following forms: (1) Court Order to Amend a Wisconsin Birth Certificate, which is available at the Wisconsin Vital Records Office, and (2) Petition to Correct Vital Record.
In Wisconsin, if one parent petitions to change a childs last name without the other parent, the petitioner must notify the other parent of the petition and give them an opportunity to object. If the non-petitioning parent objects, the petition can still be considered by the court.
General information about the name change process is contained in Wisconsin Statutes 786.36 and 786.37. There is a $164.50 filing fee to file a Name Change action. The Clerk of Courts cannot give you legal advice. If you need further help, you may consult the Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 786.36 and 786.37.

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