Adult name changes can be court-ordered as part of a divorce proceeding or as a separate process by itself. They can also happen because of a marriage, which does not require a court order to register the change if done within the required timeframes.
Through a Court Order All Texas residents can apply for a name change under Texas Family Code Chapter 45. This chapter defines the formal process for changing a legal name through the courts. An adult may request to change their name for any reason, except for reasons against the public interest.
How long will the entire application for change of name take? 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.
Here is a divorce court in Tarrant County that you may bring your case to: Court Name: 231st District Court · 233rd District Court · 322nd District Court · 324th District Court · 325th District Court · 360th District Court. Clerk Name: Thomas A. Court Address: 401 W Belknap, Fort Worth, Texas 76196. Phone: 817-884-1111.
The process starts by filing a petition to change your legal name. This is usually done in person or online through the district clerk's office in the county where the applicant lives.