A. You must complete form PC 51 or PC 51c to begin a name change proceeding. Use this form (PC 51) unless you have good cause not to publish.File a Petition for Name Change to start the process of changing your name. You can use the Do-It-Yourself Name Change tool to complete your petition. You must complete form PC 51 or PC 51c to begin a name change proceeding. The process begins with filing a petition for name change, form PC 51 or form PC 51c, along with MC 97a. Pursuant to Michigan Court Rule 3.613 Change of Name, you must complete a Publication of Notice of Hearing (PC563). The 37th Circuit Court has assembled this website as a resource for parties seeking to represent themselves in a name change matter. In the body of the affidavit, include a statement affirming the affiant's identity.