how do you legally change your name?
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Consult a lawyer or the reference section of a library.\n\nDo your own search on the net for starters to find out the laws of the country where you are - we can't answer this as there is no info as to where you are!\n\nCheers
416141
try changing your nickname
594473
You can legally change your name.You may go to a gvmt.website and fnd out the exact procedures and steps to take...\nAs far as how others:\n\nI think they may do it by\n#1.Stealing peoples mail with their acct.numbers printed on them.This is an EASY way for someone to access info!\n#2.They may hack online and find out information on the person,such as a background check or etc.\n#3.Falsifying docmentations,such as printing off fales certificates and etc.\n\nHope this helps hon
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Bring your name change documents (court order, marriage certificate or divorce papers) to your local social security office, local DMV, your bank and your employer!  Do not forget to change your name with your bank and make sure you get a new atm card/credit card/and checks.  Some cashiers won't allow you to make a purchase if the name on your driver's license and credit/debit card don't match.  Also...notify your work so that your paychecks match the name on your bank account.  That can also cause some headaches if it is not done right away.\nGood luck!
58793
The method for doing this varies quite a bit based on where you live.  In the U.S., the way it's done in most states is by filing a petition with a local court.  The notice of name change is published in a newspaper usually for several weeks, then the change is made final by the court.  \n\nThe only simpler method is in cases of marriage or domestic partnership.  In these cases, it is enough to simply notify the DMV and Social Security Administration.
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Hi there ... here's a website that explains in detail on how to go about changing your name.  Even adding just a middle name would still be considered a "name change":  http://www.nolo.com/article.cfm/ObjectID/7C7FA175-7305-4E94-8D24DB5866EEE3CB/catID/211754E8-4167-4E64-9EABA23C9510DE4F/118/121/FAQ/
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You will eventually get something in the mail from the county clerk, but in the mean time take the marriage license that your pastor gave you and go to the following places:\n\n1) Social Security Office - fill out a change of name form and give them your old card. You'll have your new one within a matter of weeks.\n\n2) DMV - bring your drivers license, the title and registration for your car. Fill out their forms and change your name (and address if applicable) on all of these forms.\n\n3) Post Office - if you need to change your passport. Bring your birth certificate, your marriage license and your new drivers license. This will cost about $50 and will take about 12 weeks to get your new one.\n\n4) Kinkos - yes, Kinkos. Make a copy for each one of your credit card companies, banks, loans, and utilities. Include it in with your next payment with a letter stating that your name changed. If it's not changed on your next bill, follow up by phone.\n\nYou might want to take a half day from work or something to do this all at once. There isn't really anything you can do on-line. Some banks let or utilities let you change your name over the phone, but everything else you will have to appear in person.
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http://courts.michigan.gov/scao/courtforms/namechange/pc51.pdf
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family court you would have to file a petition for name change. many will give you the forms and either explain it to you or its in the paperwork. but its family courts jurisdiction.
956845
You can change your last name but you have to do so in a legal manner.  It will cost you.  Contact a lawyer.
953735
It can be done immediately by common law. There is a common law procedure for changing your name. In order to utilize this process you should notify all agencies and institutions in writing that your name is changed. This includes Social Security, university registration, driver's license and car registration, bank accounts, credit cards, leases, employment records, etc. You may have to pay a fee for some of these changes. You also may run into a hassle with some places who won't process the change without court papers, even though you are not legally required to go through that process. If this happens, you may appeal the decision of the administrative agent within that agency, or you may change your name in court.\n\nChanging one's name in court through ASUO Legal Services is a simple process which takes approximately six weeks. This may take longer and depends on the office workload, schedule, and the attorney's schedule. One may use almost any name one wishes; however, many people desire to take a new legal name.\n\nhttp://www.uoregon.edu/~legal/namechanges.html\n\ns
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SS NUMBER CAN NOT BE CHANGED BUT U CAN CHANGE UR NAME AS LONG AS U R NOT A FELON.  CHECK WITH UR COUNTY GOVERNMENT ON TO GO ABOUT DOING IT.
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The method and cost varies by state and county.  In my county, all that is required is to fill out some paperwork and pay a fee.  In some states, you must actually go to court - essentially suing your state for the right to change your name.  I recommend going to your state's and/or county's official website.  They should have information there.  If you can't find it, contact the clerk of court for your state or county and ask them.  Or ask an attorney licensed to practice in your state.
949262
You have to go to court, get a change of name. It is pretty easy and doesn't cost much.
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Go to your areas social security office as you will also need a social security card.  There they can help you out with legal name changes but remember to change financial institutions info on you.
1110371
If it is misspelled on your birth certificate, the only thing you can do is get your name changed by order of a court. Ask your local court about how to go about changing your name. If it is not misspelled on your birth certificate, bring it to the departments that issued the documents and ask to have them corrected.
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depends the country and state laws,but it is possible through a lawyer or to get married and if you are woman catch a new last name.