Name Change
Straightforward Legal Name Change Document Preparation
Changing your legal name in Georgia is a court process that requires filing a petition and attending a hearing. Whether you're changing your name after marriage, divorce, or for personal reasons, Ufyle prepares all the required documents accurately and efficiently — so you can focus on your fresh start.
Who Can File for a Name Change?
- Adults (18 or older) seeking to change their own legal name
- Parents or guardians seeking to change a minor child's name
- Individuals who have recently divorced and wish to restore a former name
- Transgender individuals seeking to align their legal name with their gender identity
The Name Change Process in Georgia
- Step 1: File a Petition for Name Change in the Superior Court of your county of residence.
- Step 2: Publish a notice of the name change in the county's official legal organ (newspaper) once a week for 4 weeks.
- Step 3: Attend a brief court hearing before a judge.
- Step 4: Receive your Order Granting Name Change.
- Step 5: Update your Social Security card, driver's license, passport, and other records.
Documents Ufyle Prepares
- Petition for Name Change
- Order Granting Name Change (for judge's signature)
- Publication notice for the legal organ
- Any supporting affidavits required by your county
After Your Name Change Is Granted
Once the court grants your name change, you will need to update your records with multiple agencies. Start with the Social Security Administration, then your state driver's license, then your passport if applicable. Ufyle can provide a checklist of all the agencies and documents you'll need to update.
Minor Name Changes
Changing a minor child's name requires both parents to consent, or a showing that the name change is in the best interest of the child. If the other parent objects, the court will hold a hearing to determine what is in the child's best interest. Ufyle prepares all documents for both contested and uncontested minor name changes.
Simple, Affordable Name Change Support
Don't navigate the court system alone. Our paralegals prepare all your name change documents correctly the first time, saving you time and frustration. Call today for a free consultation.
Disclaimer: Ufyle, LLC is a non-attorney document preparation, paralegal and real estate affiliate service. We do not offer legal advice or legal opinions, and we do not represent you in court.
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