Montana Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for a Family
About this form package
The Montana Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for a Family is designed to guide families in legally changing their names in the state of Montana. This package offers a comprehensive set of state-specific forms and detailed instructions, making it easier to navigate the name change process. Unlike generic name change packages, this one is tailored to meet Montana's legal requirements and procedures, ensuring a smoother experience for users.
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When to use this form package
You may need this form package in various scenarios, such as:
- When a family member wishes to adopt a new surname.
- After a marriage or divorce that requires a name change for one or more family members.
- To restore a family name that may have been changed in the past.
- When legal guardians wish to align a child's name with their last name.
Intended users of this form package
- Families residing in Montana looking to change their names legally.
- Adults seeking to change their name in conjunction with family changes.
- Parents wanting to change the names of their children.
- Any individual seeking clarity on the requirements and processes specific to Montana.
Steps to complete these forms
- Read the included instructions carefully to understand the process.
- Complete all forms using full names, ensuring correct spelling and details.
- File the petition in the District Court of your county along with the necessary fee.
- Follow any instructions regarding public notice publication as required by the court.
- Attend the hearing as directed and present the Order to Change Name to the Court.
- Obtain a certified copy of the signed Order once approved.
Do documents in this package require notarization?
Some forms in this package need notarization to be legally binding. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you verify and sign documents remotely through an encrypted video session, available 24/7.
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Avoid these common issues
- Failing to check for spelling mistakes in names, which can cause delays.
- Not filing the petition in the correct district court.
- Forgetting to complete required consent forms from all living parents.
- Omitting the public notice publication, which can lead to a denial of the petition.
Benefits of using this package online
- Convenience: Access and download the forms anytime from anywhere.
- Editability: Fill in forms on your computer or print them for handwritten completion.
- Reliability: Use forms specifically drafted by licensed attorneys in Montana.
- Comprehensiveness: Includes all necessary instructions and forms in one package.
What to keep in mind
- The Montana Name Change Instructions and Forms Package is essential for families in Montana looking to legally change names.
- The process involves filing a petition in the District Court and may include public notice publication.
- Correct completion of forms is crucial to avoid delays in the name change process.
- Utilizing this package offers a straightforward approach to navigating legal requirements specific to Montana.
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The cost of filing at the District Court will vary depending on the county in which you reside. You should be prepared to pay $100 to $150. If you are unable to pay the fee, you can apply to have your fees waived by filling out the Informa Pauperis Application Form and submitting it with your petition.
Both parents must applyBoth parents named on the child's birth certificate must apply to change their child's name.
All you have to do is complete and file a petition for name change with the court. There are many reasons for officially changing your name. The most common are marriage and divorce. But if your birth name is Mergatroid or something like that, you might not need any other reason.
Social Security Administration. Department of Motor Vehicles. Passport Office. Post Office. IRS. Voter Registration. Banks and other financial institutions. Credit Card companies (or issuers)
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.
Petition to change your name by filling out a name change form, an order to show cause for legally changing your name, and a decree to legally change your name. Take these forms to the court clerk and file them along with your state's required filing fees.
Go to the Clerk of District Court's office in your county courthouse. File the original Petition for Name Change, Consent to Name Change of Minor Child, Order Setting Hearing, and Notice of Hearing on Name Change of Minor Child. Also give your copies to the Clerk and ask the Clerk to conform them for your records.
Go to the Clerk of District Court's office in your county courthouse. File the original Petition for Name Change, Order Setting Hearing, and Notice of Hearing on Name Change. If you can't afford the filing fees, ask the Clerk of District Court for an Affidavit of Inability to Pay.
The cost of filing at the District Court will vary depending on the county in which you reside. You should be prepared to pay $100 to $150. If you are unable to pay the fee, you can apply to have your fees waived by filling out the Informa Pauperis Application Form and submitting it with your petition.