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IN THE CHANCERY COURT FOR COUNTY, TENNESSEE PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME IN RE: Petitioner (Print or Type)Docket No. Comes now the petitioner requesting change of name and makes oath and/or affirmation.

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How to fill out the TN Petition For Change Of Name online

The TN Petition For Change Of Name is a formal request for individuals looking to legally change their name in Tennessee. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to help you navigate the process of filling out this form online.

Follow the steps to complete your name change petition effectively.

  1. Click 'Get Form' button to obtain the form and open it in the online editor.
  2. Begin by entering your current legal name in the designated section. This is important as it establishes your identity within the petition.
  3. Provide your county of residence and full address in the next field. This ensures that the court is informed of your correct location.
  4. Indicate your age and birth date. Make sure this matches the information on your birth certificate, and fill in the city and county of your birth.
  5. List all other names and aliases you have used since birth in chronological order. Attach necessary documents proving any legal name changes.
  6. Clearly state the name you wish to change to, as well as provide valid reasons for the name change. Being transparent here aids in the processing of your petition.
  7. Confirm that changing your name will not negatively impact the rights of any minor children connected to you, and ensure you are not attempting to evade any legal obligations.
  8. If applicable, disclose any felony convictions and provide details as required.
  9. Attach copies of supporting documents such as your birth certificate, photo identification, and social security card for verification.
  10. After reviewing your completed form for accuracy, sign the petition and provide your contact information.
  11. Finally, save your changes, and use the options available to download, print, or share the form as needed.

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To change the name of a minor in the State of Tennessee, both parents or legal guardians of the child must sign the petition and appear before the chancellor. A step-parent can only consent to the name change of a minor if the parental rights of the natural mother or father have been terminated.

Tennessee law provides that the court may reject a name change petition if "the court has reason to believe that the petition is being made to defraud or mislead, is not being made in good faith, will cause injury to an individual or to compromise public safety...." An individual convicted of a felony is ineligible to ...

The first thing is to zero in on a local notary, who can make an affidavit for the name change. The affidavit must state why you are seeking to change the name of the minor. It should also provide identification of the minor, their mother/ father/ guardian's name, residential address and age of the child.

A notarized affidavit showing the child's full name, date of birth, the incorrect name as it is listed on the certificate and the name as it should be correctly listed. Documentary evidence that supports the change being requested (see examples of acceptable documentary evidence).

You must have a Petition and Order ready to be presented to the judge. The forms can be found at Forms page or can be obtained from the Clerk's Office. It costs $166.50 to do a name change. You DO NOT have to have an attorney.

You must have a Petition and Order ready to be presented to the judge. The forms can be found at Forms page or can be obtained from the Clerk's Office. It costs $166.50 to do a name change. You DO NOT have to have an attorney.

Name change actions can take anywhere from a day, to six (6) months (sometimes even longer). The time it takes for such action to be ordered/decreed varies not only from county to county, but sometimes from courthouse to courthouse as well.

The petition for name change of a minor must be filed out and signed in front of a notary public. Additionally, the petition may require supporting evidence, such as the child's birth certificate, Social Security information, and photo IDs for the petitioning parents or guardians.

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Adoption
Bankruptcy
Contractors
Divorce
Home Sales
Employment
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Incorporation
Landlord Tenant
Living Trust
Name Change
Personal Planning
Small Business
Wills & Estates
Packages A-Z
Form Categories
Affidavits
Bankruptcy
Bill of Sale
Corporate - LLC
Divorce
Employment
Identity Theft
Internet Technology
Landlord Tenant
Living Wills
Name Change
Power of Attorney
Real Estate
Small Estates
Wills
All Forms
Forms A-Z
Form Library
Customer Service
Terms of Service
Privacy Notice
Legal Hub
Content Takedown Policy
Bug Bounty Program
About Us
Help Portal
Legal Resources
Blog
Affiliates
Contact Us
Delete My Account
Site Map
Industries
Forms in Spanish
Localized Forms
State-specific Forms
Forms Kit
Legal Guides
Real Estate Handbook
All Guides
Prepared for You
Notarize
Incorporation services
Our Customers
For Consumers
For Small Business
For Attorneys
Our Sites
US Legal Forms
USLegal
FormsPass
pdfFiller
signNow
airSlate WorkFlow
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