Legal Question in Family Law in Alabama
Changing my child's last name
If my child's biological father gives up his rights can I change my child's last name?
Asked on 1/21/08, 5:01 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Jennifer Rose
The Rose Law Firm, LLC
Re: Changing my child's last name
Yes you can. To change a child's name, both parent's consent is usually needed; if the father has had his parental rights terminated, only the mother's consent is needed to change the child's name.
I hope this helps! If you need further help, let me know.
Good luck!
Jennifer Rose, Attorney at Law
Answered on 1/21/08, 5:50 pm
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