Ohio Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for an Adult
About this form package
The Ohio Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for an Adult is designed to help individuals legally change their name in the state of Ohio. This comprehensive package includes instructions, necessary forms, and state-specific legal information tailored for adults seeking to make this change. Unlike other generic name change packages, this one is specifically crafted by licensed attorneys, ensuring it meets all legal requirements for Ohio residents.
Forms you’ll find in this package
- Application for Change of Name
- Judgment Entry Setting Hearing and Ordering Notice for Name Change
- Notice of Hearing on Change of Name
- Affidavit in Support of Application for Change of Name of Adult
- Judgment Entry - Change of Name of Adult
- Application to Waive Publication Requirement and Seal File
- Release for Criminal Background Check
- Affidavit in Support of Application to Conform Legal Name of Adult
- Application to Conform Legal Name of Adult
- Judgment Entry Conforming Legal Name of Adult
- Notice of Hearing on Conforming Legal Name
When to use this form package
This form package is beneficial in situations such as:
- You wish to legally change your name due to personal reasons, such as marriage, divorce, or simply a preference for a different name.
- You are looking to change your name after reaching adulthood.
- You want to ensure compliance with Ohio state laws when changing your name.
Who should use this form package
- Adults aged 18 years and older
- Ohio residents who have lived in their county for at least one year
- Individuals with valid reasons for wanting to change their name, not associated with fraud or evading debts
How to complete these forms
- Review all included forms and gather necessary information.
- Complete each form using your full name and ensure all details are accurate.
- File the Application for Change of Name with your county's Probate Court, paying the required fee.
- Publish notice of your name change in a local newspaper for public awareness as required.
- Attend the court hearing on the scheduled date to present your case.
- Obtain the court's approval and file the necessary documentation to complete the name change process.
Do forms in this package need to be notarized?
Certain documents in this package must be notarized for legal effectiveness. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you verify and sign documents remotely through an encrypted video session, available anytime.
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Download a copy, print it, send it by email, or mail it via USPS—whatever works best for your next step.
Sign and collect signatures with our SignNow integration. Send to multiple recipients, set reminders, and more. Go Premium to unlock E-Sign.
If this form requires notarization, complete it online through a secure video call—no need to meet a notary in person or wait for an appointment.
We protect your documents and personal data by following strict security and privacy standards.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Failing to complete all forms thoroughly and accurately.
- Not providing public notice in a timely manner before the hearing.
- Missing deadlines for submitting forms and proof of publication to the court.
- Using initials instead of full names on forms, which can cause processing delays.
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The Social Security Administration has its own form which you can get for free. The good folks at SSI will also let the IRS know about the name change, so you're good to go. When you go to the DMV, you'll just need to bring the certified copy of the marriage certificate and you'll be done.
Step 1 Petition for Change of Name. Step 2 Attachment to Petition for Change of Name. Step 3 Order to Show Cause for Change of Name. Step 4 Civil Case Cover Sheet. Step 5 Check for Local Forms. Step 6 Review Filings. Step 7 File Forms with the Superior Court.
Typically, you may legally change your name to whatever name you'd like, although state marriage laws may also provide some additional legal guidance. There are some exceptions though. For example, you can't: Change your name to escape debt liability or hide from criminal liability.
Request must be made personally in Malaysia. Go to Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara (JPN) Malaysia, inform you want to change your name. Take the JPN KP16 form and go to any Commissioner of Oath in Malaysia. Commissioner of Oath will use the form to prepare the Oath letter to change information.
In most states, you have to pay a fee (usually $150 to $200) to file your name change petition in court. It also costs a small amount of money to get forms notarized. And if you're getting married, you may want to pay for additional certified copies of your marriage certificate to use as proof of your new last name.
