Mississippi Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for a Family
About this form package
The Mississippi Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for a Family provides all necessary documents and guidance for legally changing your family's name in Mississippi. This package includes specific forms, state-required instructions, and detailed steps tailored to streamline the name change process, making it easier than similar offerings from generic legal service providers.
Forms you’ll find in this package
When to use this document
This package is suitable for families looking to change their names for various reasons, such as marriage, divorce, or personal preference. You should use this package when:
- A member of your family has recently undergone a life change requiring a name adjustment.
- You want a unified family name for personal or legal purposes.
- You need to rectify a discrepancy in legal documents relating to names.
Who needs this form package
- Families residing in Mississippi.
- Individuals who seek a legal name change for themselves or their children.
- Those who have valid reasons for a name change and are not looking to evade debts or fraud.
Completing these forms step by step
- Review the included forms and instructions carefully.
- Fill out all forms using complete names, middle names instead of initials.
- File the Petition in your local Chancery Court and pay the appropriate fees.
- Follow the clerkâs directions to set a hearing date, if required.
- After approval, obtain a certified copy of the signed Order from the court clerk.
Do forms in this package need to be notarized?
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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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.
Mistakes to watch out for
- Failing to use complete names and middle names when filling out forms.
- Neglecting to check spelling, which can lead to delays in the process.
- Not obtaining a certified copy of the court order after approval.
Why use this package online
- Convenient access to all necessary forms and instructions at any time.
- Editability of forms allows you to complete them at your own pace, and customize them as needed.
- Reliability and assurance of having forms drafted by licensed attorneys based on Mississippi state law.
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FAQ
Both parents must applyBoth parents named on the child's birth certificate must apply to change their child's name.
You probably expect to need to update your Social Security information and your credit cards, but there are plenty of other people who need to know about your new name as well. "A name change can have an impact on your taxes. All the names on your tax return must match Social Security Administration records.
Legally changing your name does offer quite a few potential benefits. First of all, it can give you a fresh start. Whether you want to put a difficult past behind you, escape the attentions of a stalker or start fresh during a new phase in your life, a legal name change can be very empowering.
Social Security Administration. Department of Motor Vehicles. Passport Office. Post Office. IRS. Voter Registration. Banks and other financial institutions. Credit Card companies (or issuers)
Step 1 Fill-in Petition for Change of Name of Minor Form. Step 2 Notarize Petition for Change of Name. Step 3 Obtain Parental Consent. Step 4 Fill-in Civil Cover Sheet. Step 5 Gather Documents. Step 6 File Petition for Change of Name at Local Chancery Court. Step 7 Pay Filing Fee.
Contact your court directly for specific instructions on how to file your petition for your legal name change in Mississippi. Name change cost in Mississippi can vary too. We've seen fees run everywhere from $93 to $153.
A: The main reasons why a judge would not agree to change your name are: If the judge finds that you are changing your name to commit fraud, or. If the judge finds that you are changing your name to hide from the law or the police or for some other illegal 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)
Can You Change Your Child Last Name Without Father Consent? Yes you can. Unfortunately, a father is often not in the picture when a child is growing up. Sometimes a mother drops out of a child's life and the same thing is true for the father.
