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Divorce Test

  • Complete Forms

    Complete the appropriate forms to ask the court to change your name.

    Civil Case Cover Sheet (form CM-010)
    Petition for Change of Name (form NC-100)
    Attachment to Petition for Change of Name (form NC-110) [2 Adults add “per person”]
    Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (form NC-120)
    Decree Changing Name (form NC-130)

  • Make Copies & File

    Make copies of your forms and file them with the court. The court will take a first appearance fee ($435), unless you file a fee waiver.
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    Think about safety when serving papers

    For some people, getting served papers can trigger emotional responses. If you’re using someone who is not a professional server, tell them to keep the interaction brief and not to engage in any conversation about the case. They should remain outside and not enter a private home.

  • Publish in a Newspaper

    Publish one of the forms, the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (form FL-120) in a newspaper in your county.
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    Think about safety when serving papers

    For some people, getting served papers can trigger emotional responses. If you’re using someone who is not a professional server, tell them to keep the interaction brief and not to engage in any conversation about the case. They should remain outside and not enter a private home.

  • Tentative Rulings and Obtain Decree

    Check your court’s tentative rulings the court day before your hearing (if applicable), attend hearing if required, and obtain your decree.
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  • Tentative Rulings and Obtain Decree

    Check your court’s tentative rulings the court day before your hearing (if applicable), attend hearing if required, and obtain your decree.
    warning alert banner:

    Think about safety when serving papers

    For some people, getting served papers can trigger emotional responses. If you’re using someone who is not a professional server, tell them to keep the interaction brief and not to engage in any conversation about the case. They should remain outside and not enter a private home.
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    Serve each person you are suing.
    • If you're suing a person (or people)
      Serve each person you are suing.
    • If you're suing a business or government
      Business or agencies have a specific person you must serve, not just any employee. Follow these guidelines to make sure you are serving the right person.

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