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    Default Name Change for a Minor in Georgia

    My ex and I were not married when I had my daughter. Her father is on the birth certificate but there was never a child support or custody order. She has always been in my custody alone. He has never supported her and has not seen her in almost 4 years. I do not know where he is now living. I remarried 3 years ago and would like to change her last name to my last name. Since he has not supported her in more than 7 years, can I file a petition (with notice in the paper) and have her name changed without tracking him down and asking him to consent to this (I doubt he would consent, just to be difficult with me)? Thanks for your help!

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    Default Re: Minor Name Change in Georgia

    He is entitled to notice of the petition. If you cannot find him you can ask the court to permit "substituted service", which involves actions (e.g., publication in newspapers, public postings, etc.) reasonably calculated to ensure actual notice.

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    Default Re: Minor Name Change in Georgia

    That's what I thought. Thank you for your help, Mr. Knowitall!

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    Default Re: Minor Name Change in Georgia

    I am the aunt of twin boys that are almost 4 years old, and will receive legal custody this week. They have been living with me almost 2 years now, and prior to that, were in a foster home. Custody is being transferred out of our state's foster or DFCS system to me. I would like to change their first names (their last name is our family name) - but am unsure if guardianship gives me that right? The state did not terminate the parent's rights, but they did file "non-reunification" some time ago. Any idea if I can change their names?

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