Wisconsin Name Change Notification Form
Overview of this form
The Name Change Notification Form is designed to help individuals formally communicate their name change to various entities such as companies, organizations, and government agencies. Unlike other forms, this specific form is focused exclusively on notifying others after you have legally changed your name through the appropriate legal process.
Form components explained
- Personal information section for the individual changing their name.
- Details of the previous name and the new name.
- List of entities to be notified, such as banks, employers, and government offices.
- Date of the name change and any relevant legal document references.
- Signature and date line to affirm the notification.
When to use this form
This form should be used after you have legally changed your name, whether due to marriage, divorce, or personal choice. Utilize this form to ensure that all relevant parties are informed of your new name, which is essential for maintaining accurate records and avoiding confusion in legal and financial matters.
Intended users of this form
- Individuals who have changed their name legally.
- People who need to update personal records with banks, utility companies, and government agencies.
- Anyone who wants to ensure that their identification, insurance, and legal documents reflect their new name.
Completing this form step by step
- Enter your current legal name in the designated fields.
- Provide your new name as it will be recognized following your name change.
- List the entities that need to be notified of your name change.
- Include the date on which your name officially changed.
- Sign and date the form to confirm that the information provided is accurate.
Does this form need to be notarized?
This form usually doesn’t need to be notarized. However, local laws or specific transactions may require it. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you complete it remotely through a secure video session, available 24/7.
Get your form ready online
Our built-in tools help you complete, sign, share, and store your documents in one place.
Make edits, fill in missing information, and update formatting in US Legal Forms—just like you would in MS Word.
Download a copy, print it, send it by email, or mail it via USPS—whatever works best for your next step.
Sign and collect signatures with our SignNow integration. Send to multiple recipients, set reminders, and more. Go Premium to unlock E-Sign.
If this form requires notarization, complete it online through a secure video call—no need to meet a notary in person or wait for an appointment.
We protect your documents and personal data by following strict security and privacy standards.
Make edits, fill in missing information, and update formatting in US Legal Forms—just like you would in MS Word.
Download a copy, print it, send it by email, or mail it via USPS—whatever works best for your next step.
Sign and collect signatures with our SignNow integration. Send to multiple recipients, set reminders, and more. Go Premium to unlock E-Sign.
If this form requires notarization, complete it online through a secure video call—no need to meet a notary in person or wait for an appointment.
We protect your documents and personal data by following strict security and privacy standards.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Failing to notify all relevant entities, which can lead to complications.
- Not signing the form, making it invalid.
- Neglecting to include the effective date of the name change.
Advantages of online completion
- Quick and easy online access, allowing you to fill out the form at your convenience.
- Editable fields enable you to customize your form before printing.
- Reliable templates drafted by licensed attorneys ensure legal compliance.
Summary of main points
- The Name Change Notification Form is essential for updating records after a legal name change.
- Carefully identify and list all entities that should receive your name update.
- Ensure to provide accurate information and a signature to validate the form.
Looking for another form?
Form popularity
FAQ
You should know that you can take on your partner's name as soon as you like in social circles and you don't actually have to change your name on any documentation. It's called Name by Association and is perfectly legal. If you decide to go the whole hog, the process is quite straightforward, but can be time-consuming.
Changing your name after marriageYou can usually change identity documents such as your driver's licence and passport to your married surname by providing a copy of your standard marriage certificate.
General information about the name change process is contained in Wisconsin Statutes 786.36 and 786.37. There is a $164.50 filing fee to file a Name Change action. The Clerk of Courts cannot give you legal advice. If you need further help, you may consult the Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 786.36 and 786.37.
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.
When you have your Name Change Court Order signed by the judge, you can get A Certified Copy of it that day from the same court. You need the Certified Copy to get your most important records changed. It will take you from 6 weeks to 6 months (usually 8 weeks or so) to get your Court Order.
Social Security: Now that you have your marriage certificate, you can easily make your social security name change official. You can update your name at no cost at your local Social Security Administration office, which you can find at ssa.gov or by calling 1.800. 772.1213.
If you were born in the state of Wisconsin, the cashier will forward the Vital Statistics Form to the State Registrar to change the name on your birth certificate, and this will cost you approximately $30 (and is required if born in this state).
A: You will have to ask the court for special permission to get the name change without letting the other parent know. To do this, the judge will ask you to look for the other parent, and you have to look as hard as possible, asking friends and family and looking up public records.
File the Petition for Name Change, Notice and Order for Name Change Hearing and Order for Name Change (if required in your county) forms. The original forms and any required copies must be filed and a fee paid to the Clerk of Court in the county where you are filing your case.
