Name Change

    In order to legally change your name in Florida, a Petition with the Circuit Court must be filed. Any lawful reason that the Petitioner deems a benefit is typically adequate to satisfy most Courts. For example, the Petitioner may prefer a new name due to social or religious reasons, for convenience, to honor an ancestral name or just personal preference.  A Petitioner may not change his or her name for purposes of fraud or if it will violate the rights of others. A hearing before a circuit court judge may be required. The judge has discretion, and may deny the name change if the Petitioner fails to prove legal residency in the state, has illegal or ulterior motives behind the change, or if the new name interferes with someone else's rights.

    A Wife can have her former name restored to her in a divorce action if she requests it.

Call 407-370-9661

Gwen J. Cryer, Esq.

1507 Park Center Dr.

Suite N

Orlando, FL 32835

Facsimile: 407-370-9480

E-mail: gcryer@lawgrp.net