Changing Birth Certificate Name

Summary

To change your last name on a birth certificate in Wisconsin, file a petition in the circuit court of your county. Include your current and desired names, and the reason for the change. Generally, Wisconsin law requires publishing a notice, but you can request a waiver with a valid reason. Provide supporting documents like your birth certificate. Attend a court hearing where a judge reviews your petition. If approved, submit the court order to the Wisconsin Vital Records Office to amend your birth certificate.

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Could you please prepare a petition and motion to change the last name on my birth certificate from Hammes to Harris. I would also like to waive the publication requirement since I'm not changing my legal name, I'm just changing my last name on my birth certificate so I'm compliant with the upcoming voter id laws and the real id requirements.
Hi ****! I can provide you with some general information on how to change the last name on your birth certificate in Wisconsin. Here are the steps you need to follow:
*. Filing a Petition:
- You need to file a petition in the circuit court of the county where you reside.
- The petition should include your current name, the name you wish to change to, and the reason for the change.
*. Publication Requirement:
- Generally, Wisconsin law requires that notice of the name change be published in a newspaper.
- However, you can request the court to waive this requirement if you provide a valid reason.
*. Supporting Documents:
- Provide a copy of your birth certificate and any other relevant documents that support your request.
*. Court Hearing:
- Attend the scheduled court hearing where the judge will review your petition and any objections.
*. Amending Birth Certificate:
- If the court approves your name change, you will receive a court order.
- Submit the court order to the Wisconsin Vital Records Office to amend your birth certificate.
Would you like to be connected to a local lawyer who can assist you with drafting the petition and motion?