Will people know if I change my name?

A legal name change creates a legal record, and most legal records are public, so yes. It might not be particularly easy, because typically that sort of record is filed by county and state offices, but it is still ‘findable’ because it isn’t secret.

How do I find someone who changed their name?

First, you need to identify the county or counties where the person may have resided when they changed their name. Take your best guess based on what you know. For example, start with the county of their last known mailing address. Next, check with the clerk of court in the county or counties on which you’ve decided.

How do I find someone if I only know their maiden name?

This makes it a lot easier to find the woman you’re trying to trace if you know who she married and her married name.

1. Contact the Department of Vital Records.
2. Subscribe to Online Search Sites.
3. Use Social Networks.
4. Use the Phone Book.
5. Hire a Professional.

How do I find someone with her name?

Use Person Search There are plenty of tools that can help you find a person by first name and city. Some of the best include US Search, PeopleFinders, Intelius and Instant Checkmate.

What do you need to know before legally changing your name?

As LegalZoom explains, “In most states before a court will legally change your name, you need to publish notice of your intended change in a newspaper. This allows your creditors and other interested parties to object to the change.

Is it legal to change your name for no reason?

Well, it could be for just about any reason or for no reason at all—and it’s perfectly legal unless it is for fraudulent or deceptive purposes or will result in the financial loss of a third party or the commission of an illegal act.

Where do I go to change my name as an adult?

Download name change forms that are State-specific and allows an adult or minor (child) to change their legal name. If an adult has just been married or divorced, typically the requestor can use the Marriage Certificate / License or Divorce Decree suitable to change the last name at the Social Security Administration and DMV office.

How can I legally change my name in California?

Petition to change your name by filling out a name change form, an order to show cause for legally changing your name, and a decree to legally change your name. Take these forms to the court clerk and file them along with your state’s required filing fees. In most cases, a judge or magistrate will review your forms and grant the name change.

• the first thing you need to do is contact Social Security. This is step one.
• you need to complete a court petition. You’ll have to attend a hearing.
• It’s a long process.
• with a few important exceptions.

  What if I have legally changed my name?

  When you legally change your name, there are tax consequences. The IRS wants people experiencing a name change to remember these important things: Notify the Social Security Administration of a name change ASAP. If a name on your tax return doesn’t match SSA records, it can delay the IRS processing of your return.

  How do you change your first name legally?

  The process for legally changing your first name is the same as for legally changing your last name. It differs somewhat from state to state, but in all states you need to ask permission from the court and obtain an order from a judge. This order allows you to change your birth certificate and other documents.

  How can I legally change the spelling of my Name?

  How to Legally Change the Spelling of Your Name. Legally changing the spelling of your name requires the same steps as changing to a new name; you must file the appropriate forms in the court with jurisdiction over your place of residence. This usually means a county civil court, sometimes also known as a circuit court or district court.