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Tag Archives: change of name
Is it too Late to Restore My Maiden Name in Florida?
In Florida, as in most other jurisdictions, women can restore their maiden name as part of the divorce process. However, for a lot of reasons, many women keep their married name. Sometimes it is so they can maintain the same … Continue reading
Could Chelsea Manning Have Received A Legal Name Change in Florida?
A couple of weeks ago, the Washington Post reported that an army soldier convicted of leaking classified materials had changed her legal name from Bradley Manning to Chelsea Elizabeth Manning. Ms. Manning’s name change has come after her public acknowledgment that she … Continue reading
Athletes Have Changed Their Legal Name…And So Can You
There are many athletes who, for various reasons, have changed their legal names. Basketball star Ron Artest changed his legal name to Metta World Peace to “inspire and bring youth together all around the world.” Football player Chad Johnson became … Continue reading
Born Outside of Florida? You Can Still Get a Legal Name Change.
I recently had a conversation where a woman told me that she wanted to get a name change. She had lived in Florida for the past 5 years, but she was born in New York City, and she was wondering … Continue reading
How Long does a Florida Legal Name Change Take?
One of the first questions I am always asked by potential clients who are seeking to change their legal name in Tampa Bay or elsewhere in Florida is how long it will take. First, it depends on whether you retain … Continue reading
Florida Transgender Name Change
Transgender residents of Florida, just like all other residents, have the right to petition the court for change of a legal name. As in every name change case, whether the petition will be granted is determined by the following eligibility … Continue reading
Five Legal Steps Florida LGBT Parents Should Take
The unfortunate truth is that current Florida law is not conducive to recognizing the relationships that develop in lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender families. However, there are steps that Florida and Tampa Bay LGBT parents can take to boost the … Continue reading
If You Want a Legal Name Change in Florida, Know Thyself
Florida permits most people who want to change their legal name to do so, but there are some hoops to jump through. You must file a legal document, known as a petition, in the circuit court of the county in … Continue reading
Where In Tampa Bay Can I Get Fingerprinted For My Legal Name Change?
If you want to get your legal name changed in Florida, and you are not getting married or divorced, you will probably need to submit fingerprints for a state and national background check. Pursuant to Florida Statute section 68.07, the … Continue reading
Correcting Your Birth Certificate in Florida
Since the passage of the Federal REAL ID Act of 2005, more and more Florida residents are finding that they cannot renew their Florida Driver’s License because the name printed on their birth certificate or social security card does not … Continue reading