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    Default Name Change for Minor

    My question involves name change laws in the State of: Texas. I have been divorced for 4 years and had 3 children. The biological father relinquished his rights and is not a part of their life. I've been remarried for 3 years and my children want to have my last name. In school and sports they use my last name. What is the best way to change their name and do I need their biological's father consent? About how much does it cost?

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    Default Re: Name Change for Minor

    You'll need consent from either Dad, or the courts.

    (This is assuming that Dad simply doesn't have custody and has NOT has his rights terminated by the court)

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    Default Re: Name Change for Minor

    His rights are completly terminated. He willingly relinquished his rights to get out of paying child support. Do you know what is the best way to do it and how much it cost?

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    Default Re: Name Change for Minor

    If his rights have truly been completely, legally terminated - as opposed to him relinquishing custody - then you do not need his permission, because he is no longer their father.

    Why doesn't your husband simply adopt your children?

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