If I wanted my soon to be ex wife to drop my last name and go back to her maiden name, can that be stipulated in the divorce?
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If I wanted my soon to be ex wife to drop my last name and go back to her maiden name, can that be stipulated in the divorce?
If so, how?
Asked on May 2, 2012 under Family Law, Pennsylvania
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Generally speaking, all divorce paperwork states that a woman may go back to using her maiden name. However, I ge tht efeeling that you want it to be a "must" rather than a "may" correct? Speak with your attorney as to the law in your state. It may be something that you have to bargain for. Good luck.
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