If you wish to change your name or the name of your child in Wake County, North Carolina, Kathryn Schiller can represent you during the process.
Resuming a Maiden Name
Some women may wish to resume their maiden name after a divorce. This can be done at any time, and it is not essential that the name change be part of the divorce judgment. If the wife requests the name change in the absolute divorce complaint or counterclaim, the name change will become part of the absolute divorce judgment.
Other Name Changes
If you are over age 18 and would like to change your name, you must complete the appropriate paperwork in the Special Proceedings Division of Wake County Superior Court.
You must demonstrate good and sufficient reason for the name change. You must also have at least two affidavits demonstrating proof of your good character filed by citizens of Wake County who know you.
Name Change of a Minor Child
To change a minor child’s name, the child’s parent(s) or legal guardian must file an application in the Special Proceedings Division of Wake County Superior Court. However, the name of a minor child may not be changed without the consent of both parents (if living), with some exceptions. Neither the ten (10) day Notice posting nor Affidavits of character are required for name changes of a minor child.
Contact Kathryn
To schedule a consultation to discuss your name change, please telephone us at (919) 789-4677 or complete the contact form.