Adjust Name Deed For Free

In case the change of name is required because of a typographical error, the party (owner) may simply approach the registrar's office with a proof of the correct spelling of the name and get it corrected.

Deed poll, change of name deed, and deed of change of name are different terms for the same thing. There is no difference between the terms, and they're interchangeable.

You do not need to follow any legal procedure in order to change your name. You may call yourself whatever you choose as long as you are not defrauding anyone.

Getting the name changed on your deeds is an easy process and you do not need to involve a solicitor. Generally there is no fee to pay either. You simply need to send a letter to the Land Registry office requesting the name change, together with either the original or a certified copy of your marriage certificate.

A deed poll (or change of name deed) is a kind of formal legal document whereby you promise to give up your old name and use a new name for all purposes.

By transferring or amending a deed, you are legally changing real estate specifications pertaining to a piece of property. If done wrong, a deed transfer or amendment could become a costly mistake. It's important to understand the legal basics related to real property ownership before you change or amend one.

'Enrolling' a deed poll means that you're putting your new name on public record. You must apply to the Royal Courts of Justice to get an 'enrolled' deed poll using the deed poll process. It costs £42.44. You can only enrol your own name change if you're 18 or over.