Even the Niger River must flow around an island. _-Nigeria

Changing your name through the court process is a relatively simple process:

1. Select a new name.
2. Determine the correct county for filing your name change. Then, go to county clerk’s office and ask for the necessary name change forms.
3. Fill out the forms; and submit them to the County Clerk. You will likely be required to attach proof of your current name.  These required documents may include a birth certificate, a driver’s license, a passport, or other forms of ID.
4. If you are a minor, a parent or guardian must agree with the name change.
5. If you are a parent filing for a name change of a minor because the father listed on the birth certificate is not the actual father, the father listed on the birth certificate must agree/not object with the name change.
6. Place a small name change notice in at least one local newspaper.
7. If no one objects to the name change and everything is done properly, you will receive an Order for Change of Name or Notice of Name Change stating your former and current name. (If you are an adult, we suggest you keep a copy of this order with you as a form of identification).  This entire process takes approximately 4-6 weeks.  (You may hire an attorney to complete the paperwork and/or process for you.)

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