Follow the steps to fill out the form correctly.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the IL Request For Name Change (Minor Children) form and open it in your preferred editor.
2. In the designated area, enter the county name where you will file this case. This should be the county where you reside or where the court will accept your filing.
3. In the 'Request Of:' section, enter your name as the person requesting the name change for the minor children. Do not enter a case number; this will be assigned later by the Circuit Clerk.
4. In the section titled 'To change names of minor children,' list the current first, middle, and last names of each child and the new names you are requesting for them. If there are more than four children, check the box to indicate this and complete additional details on the Request for Name Change - Additional Children form.
5. Check the box indicating whether you have attached a Request for Name Change - Child Information form for each child. Ensure this form includes detailed information for each minor.
6. Indicate the date you began residing in Illinois, verifying that you have lived there for at least six months prior to filing the request.
7. After completing the information, sign the form electronically if submitting online or by hand if printing. Ensure your printed name and address are legible.
8. Optionally, indicate whether you agree to receive court documents via email and provide an email address if you choose to do so.
9. A separate witness must complete the verification section, including their name, signature, address, and telephone number, certifying the truthfulness of the information.
10. Once all information is filled out and verified, you can save changes, download, print, or share the completed form as necessary.

Complete your documents online today and ensure a smooth process for your name change request.