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  1. #1
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    Default Minor Child's Last Name Change

    We just moved from Georgia to Texas recently. When our child was born my wife was still legally married but separated I was not allowed to sign the birth certificate so the child has my wife's former last name since she now carries mine. How do I get our son who is now 18 months old last name changed to ours?

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    Default Re: Last Name Change

    Who is the legal father of the child?


    If the ex-husband, the mother can file for a name change in court. The father must be given notice. If he objects, it is not likely the courts will give the child your surname.


    If you are the legal father, you and the mother can petition the courts for a name change


    If there is no legal father, the mother can petition to change the name. She would likely be required to notify her ex-husband as the child is likely considered a product of the marriage and as such, is legally his child until paternity is challenged and proven otherwise.

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    Default Re: Last Name Change

    Is her husband the child's legal father?

    Are you?

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