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Re: name change

If your ex wants you to change back to your maiden name, ensure he pays any fees and you get something of value in return!

Re: name change

Change your name! You can fine the necessary resources by getting online with a "change name" search I would think that if you do it yourself it will be minimal cost. Lee

Re: name change

Hi Hope! :)

I am learning the hard way that this isn't as easy as folks are making it out to be.

I tried changing my name back, and found out that I can't do it without having my divorce decree amended (because this clause wasn't in the decree). There doesn't seem to be a way to do this with legalzoom.

Long story short, I will need to file a motion to amend by myself, or hire a lawyer. Then I can use the amended divorce papers to change my name in my current county.

Hope this helps!

Re: name change

I have been advised by a lawyer NOT to reclaim my maiden name as it would put my credit rating at "0", and I would be subject to deposits on utilities, etc., even if I have been paying the bills out of my own checking account for years. Just telling my insurance carrier (Geico) doubled my rates and his stayed the same. I am now considered a "high risk." I think all divorced women should lobby congress to get this ridiculousness resolved. It is unfair to punish women for being divorced, while the men suffer no retribution whatsoever.