Category Archives: Name Changes
What is the Law for Changing My Child’s Name After a Divorce in Florida?
Are you a parent with young kids or teenagers who is preparing for a divorce in Pinellas County? You may potentially have questions about changing your child’s name. In Florida, a name change for a child as part of a divorce is possible—but how challenging it will be depends on the specific circumstances of… Read More »
Can I Stop My Former Partner From Changing Our Child’s Name?
Following a divorce or separation, some parents want to seek a name change for a child. It could be a new first name, a new last name, or both. For the most part, Florida courts will approve a change of a minor child’s legal name if both parents consent. While there are exceptions to… Read More »
