Fulton county georgia name change of minor help form 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
2. Begin with the Petition to Change Name of Minor Child(ren). Enter the current names of the children next to 'Children:', your name as 'Petitioner', and the other parent's name as 'Respondent'. Leave 'Civil Action File No:' blank for the clerk.
3. In Paragraph 1, type your name. In Paragraph 2, list the names of the children whose names you wish to change. Indicate your relationship in Paragraph 3 by checking the appropriate box.
4. In Paragraphs 4 and 5, enter both current and new names for each child, along with a brief reason for the name change.
5. Complete additional forms like Verification and Consent, ensuring all necessary signatures are notarized.
6. Make copies of all completed forms for each parent or guardian involved.
7. File all documents at the clerk’s office and pay any applicable fees unless waived.
8. Publish a Notice of Petition in the Fulton County Daily Report as required.
9. After thirty days, obtain your Final Decree from court and file it for a certified copy.

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