My question involves name change laws in the State of: Texas
I live in Texas and have a 10 year old son that desperately wants to change his name to my married last name. His biological father DOES pay child support, but has not seen his son since he was 3 years old. (we were never married). I am married now and have 2 more children. My older son has only known my husband as his father. Does the biological father need to give permission to do this? Does my husband have to legally adopt him to do this? And, will the child support stop? Thank you!
How to Change My Child's Last Name
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03-29-2010, 09:09 AMwesleycole54How to Change My Child's Last Name
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03-29-2010, 09:45 AMDogmatiqueRe: How to Change My Child's Last NameQuote:
Quoting wesleycole54
You will need either Dad's permission, or permission from the court.
If your husband adopts your son, child support will stop. -
03-29-2010, 11:17 AMwesleycole54Re: How to Change My Child's Last Name
Thanks! Is there an easy way to get permission from the court, or do I need to get an attorney?
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03-29-2010, 01:48 PMDogmatiqueRe: How to Change My Child's Last NameQuote:
Quoting wesleycole54
Bear in mind you will need to show the court that the name change is in the child's best interest, and Dad will get a chance to object, too.
It will probably be a much smoother path if you at least have an initial consult with an attorney.