How do I change my son’s last name to mine and my husband’s last name, without the father’s consent?
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How do I change my son’s last name to mine and my husband’s last name, without the father’s consent?
Asked on November 7, 2012 under Family Law, Indiana
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Under the laws of all states in this country, in order to legally change your son's surname you need to file a petition with the court seeking what you want and serve it on all interested parties. The court will order publication once a week for a month and then set a hearing for all parties who oppose it to to be heard including the biological father.
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