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    Default Using Incorrect Name For a Child, in Pennsylvania

    I would like to thank all who respond in advance.

    In short, the birth certificate has my last name. The ss card has the mother's last name. She has been using her last name for everything (medical records, childcare, etc) until recently when the new school refused to use any name other than the one on the birth certificate (they actually originally used her name until I called to ask the procedures and they realized they made a mistake). She is now taking me to court to change the last name. I'm not going to say I'm not worried, but I feel as though I have a strong case against the change. I am not a deadbeat. As a matter of fact I am taking her to court because she has not allowed me to see them (this is a long story).

    I was told that I could take legal action against her for using a name other than the one on the birth certificate. I'm not looking to get any compensation or anything. I just wanted to know if this was true and if so could I get some more information about it. Thanks

    P.S. Anyone know a good lawyer who works Berks County PA?

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    Default Re: Using Incorrect Name For a Child, in Pennsylvania

    You were told that by whom? What cause of action did they tell you that this would be? What are your financial losses supposed to be, as a result of this?

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    Default Re: Using Incorrect Name For a Child, in Pennsylvania

    A friend told me. They weren't 100% sure, they suggested I look in to it. I just wanted to know if there was a law or something that says a parent must use the name on the birth certificate. Any type of guidelines or if a parent can do what they want. Just looking for a little advice. I personally have no financial losses. Thanks

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    Default Re: Using Incorrect Name For a Child, in Pennsylvania

    When you oppose the name change petition, assuming this is the same court with jurisdiction over the custody matter, petition for an order that the child's legal name be used by the mother.

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