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    Question Changing Child's Name, with Parents in 2 Different Counties

    My question involves name change laws in the State of: Ohio

    Really confused and need some advice.

    My son at this moment has my last name. His father and I are not married and we have discussed and agree upon changing his middle name and last name to match his father's. However, there is confusion on where this should be done. The child was born in the same county where the his father lives but resides with me which is a different county. Neither county can decide on where we should go to change the name...they keep sending up back and forth and we keep pointing that out but still get bounced around.

    Any idea on what I should do? Should I consult a lawyer?

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    Default Re: Changing Child's Name, with Parents in 2 Different Counties

    Ugh, bureaucracy. I'm sorry they're making it so hard for you.

    I wrote about name changes for minors in the state of Ohio, so I looked that up.

    The petition should be filed in the county in which in the petitioner lives. Since the child lives with you, you should be the petitioner. Don't try to petition jointly.

    Yes, you'll still have to get Dad's consent, but since he's already in agreement, all he'll have to do is sign the forms.

    If they're still bouncing you around, do consult an attorney for a "Hey, stupid, do your damned job" letter. Many attorneys of my acquaintance are happy to send such a letter for a minimal fee.

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