Nebraska Order for Hearing for Name Change
Overview of this form
The Order for Hearing for Name Change is a legal document used to officially schedule a court hearing regarding an individual's request to change their name. This form serves as a critical step in the name change process, distinguishing it from other forms that merely serve the purpose of submitting a request or notice. Completing this form initiates the legal proceedings necessary for obtaining approval for your name change.
What’s included in this form
- Case information: Details regarding the case, including the current name and the desired new name.
- Court details: Information about the court where the hearing will take place.
- Hearing scheduling: A section to specify the date and time of the proposed hearing.
- Signature line: Area for the individual requesting the name change to sign and date the form.
When to use this form
This form should be used when you need to formally request a court hearing to change your name. Common scenarios for its use include legal name changes due to marriage, divorce, or personal preference. If you have completed the initial name change application and are ready to proceed to the hearing stage, this is the form you will need.
Who this form is for
- Individuals seeking to change their name for personal reasons.
- People who have recently undergone a significant life change, such as marriage or divorce, and want to update their name.
- Minors who require a name change with the consent of a parent or guardian.
Completing this form step by step
- Identify the parties involved by entering your current name and the desired name.
- Fill in the details of the court where you will be filing the hearing request.
- Propose dates for the hearing, considering court availability.
- Provide your signature and date to certify that the information is accurate.
- Submit the completed form to the appropriate court for processing.
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.
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Avoid these common issues
- Not double-checking the court's name and address before filing the form.
- Leaving blank fields that are required for the hearing request.
- Failing to sign and date the document before submission.
Why use this form online
- Convenience: Easily access and download the form from anywhere.
- Editability: Customize the form to fit your specific name change details.
- Reliability: Forms are drafted by licensed attorneys to ensure they meet legal requirements.
Legal use & context
- The form must be filled out accurately to ensure a smooth process in court.
- Each state may have different guidelines about the name change process, which should be followed closely.
Quick recap
- The Order for Hearing for Name Change is essential for scheduling your court hearing.
- Understanding your state's specific regulations will help ensure a successful name change process.
- Completing the form accurately and promptly is crucial for your legal name change request.
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FAQ
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.
The Court will schedule a hearing for your Name Change. That hearing will be about 6-8 weeks after you file the Petition. Almost always, you get your judge-signed Court Order on the hearing date. Some courts take longer than that because of cutbacks and scheduling problems.
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Facts About Filing for a Name Change in Nebraska Any person wishing to change his or her name may file a petition in the district court in the county in which the person resides so long as that person has been a bona fide resident of that county for at least one (1) year before filing the petition for a name change.
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.
