West virginia name change 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the West Virginia Name Change petition in the editor.
2. Begin by filling in the court name and county at the top of the form. This identifies where your petition will be filed.
3. Enter the Civil Action Number if you have one; otherwise, leave it blank for the court to assign.
4. Provide the Minor Petitioner’s full name and indicate whether you are their parent or guardian.
5. Fill in the Minor Petitioner’s birth date and place of birth, ensuring accuracy as this information is crucial.
6. In the section requesting the name change, clearly state the current name (FROM) and desired new name (TO).
7. Explain the reason for the name change in detail, as this helps support your petition.
8. Attach a certified copy of the Minor Petitioner’s birth certificate using our platform's upload feature.
9. Review all statements regarding legal compliance and ensure they are accurate before signing.
10. Complete the verification section by signing and dating it, then prepare for notarization as required.

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