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Publication name change 2026

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The document is a legal order from the Court of Common Pleas in Pennsylvania regarding a scheduled hearing for a petition to change a person's name. It outlines the requirements for the petitioner to notify the public about the hearing through publication in local newspapers and specifies additional documentation needed prior to the hearing.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the publication name change document in the editor.
Begin by entering the county name where the court is located in the first blank space. This identifies the jurisdiction for your name change request.
In the section labeled 'IN RE: CHANGE OF NAME OF', write your current name as it appears on legal documents.
Fill in the case number in the designated area, which will be provided by the court once you file your petition.
Specify the date of your hearing by filling in both blanks under 'AND NOW, this ___ day of ______, 20___'.
Indicate the time of your hearing by completing 'at ____ o'clock ___.m.' and specify Courtroom No. and courthouse details.
Finally, ensure you note down any required certifications from Clerk of Courts and Prothonotary as instructed at the bottom of the form.

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Can you change your name on a publication?

The online version of the paper could also be changed, depending on the policy of the journal. It is not unethical to request a change in your name but the editor must be certain that the author requesting the change is in fact the author of the paper, and the editor should insist on proof of identification.

Is publishing a name change ad worth it?

Placing a public notice is a key step in legally changing your name. While it may seem like a cumbersome process, it ensures transparency and protects against potential fraud.

Do name changes get published?

The court requires you to publish your request in the notices section of a newspaper. If you live in California, you need the name of the newspaper where you plan to publish to complete these forms.

Can you change your name on publications?

It is not unethical to request a change in your name but the editor must be certain that the author requesting the change is in fact the author of the paper, and the editor should insist on proof of identification.

How do I do a newspaper publication for change of name?

Change of Name Affidavit and Newspaper Publication Package. Editing or retyping any information on your Affidavit. Printing and attaching passport photographs. Sending electronic copy of finished Affidavit document and Newspaper page to you. Document pickup or home delivery options available.

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Can I change my author name?

You can write to the journal editors requesting a name change in your previous publications, explaining the reason for your request and providing identification proof. If they feel your reason is strong enough, they might agree.

Can you unofficially change your name?

You can change your first, middle or surname at any time, as long as its not for fraudulent purposes. You can start to use the new name informally but for most official purposes you will need to give evidence that you have changed your name.

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