Legal Question in Family Law in California
I have sole custody of my child, will still need her father's signature to request her last name change?
Asked on 10/09/10, 7:06 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
No, but he needs to be given notice of the hearing on a petition for a name change for his minor child. He has to be afforded the opportunity to object. The court makes a decision based on the best interest of the child.
Answered on 10/14/10, 8:04 am
Tina Chen
Law Office of Tina Chen
You need to file a petition for a name change. This requires you to give notice to the father and to publish the petition in a local paper. The Court than has a hearing where father will have the opportunity to object. Good Luck.
Answered on 10/14/10, 11:05 am
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