Name Change Solicitors

How to legally change your name

Why choose us?

    • Change of Name Deed dealt with by a solicitor
    • Cost effective
    • Face-to-face contact not necessary

There are several reasons why you may wish to change your name. Marriage or Civil Partnership are some of the most common reasons which encourage you to change all, or part, of your name. At Pinnington Law we provide a quick and efficient service that ensures your name is legally changed under English law.

As with most legal situations, there is a process which you will need to follow in order for the change of name deed to be considered legal and for your name to actually change. We will help you through this entire process, ensuring all of your official documents acknowledge your name change.

As long as you supply us with the full details regarding your current name and personal information, as well as your new name, we can accurately prepare all of your paperwork so that it is ready for you to sign.

In most instances, we require our fees to be paid in advance so that we are able to prepare the Change of Name Deed within 24 hours of your request. We also offer fixed fee services for most of our legal work and free initial consultations to help you with any legal matters you may have.

Changing your Name

If you have become married or entered a civil partnership you do not need a Change of Name Deed to start using your partner’s surname. You can send a copy of your Civil Partnership or marriage certificate to record holders with a cover letter. By following this process, your documents and records can be changed to the new surname for free. However, if you wish to have a double-barreled surname you will require a Change of Name Deed.

In some instances you may request a Change of Name due to dissolution of Civil Partnership or Divorce. In this situation you will need to send in your marriage certificate or your Final Order and Civil Partnership Certificate. Depending on the organisation with which you are requesting to change your name, you may also need a Change of Name Deed.

Call us for expert advice on 0161 938 7006 or email us at: pinningtonlaw@farnworthrose.co.uk

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