Legal Document Name Change

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In the U.S., its generally acceptable to sign documents with your current, legal name, even if your maiden name is on the document. If theres confusion, you may want to strike through the incorrect name, write the correct one next to it, and sign. Alternatively, you can contact the issuing party for a corrected document.

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I received a legal document to sign and it has my maiden name.But I am married now so my name has changed and I signed it with my new last name is that okay
Hello Danielle, could you please tell me in which country you are located? Legal procedures can vary significantly from one jurisdiction to another.
U.S
In the U.S, it's generally acceptable to sign documents with your current, legal name, even if your maiden name is on the document. If there's confusion, you may want to:
- Strike through the incorrect name, write the correct one next to it, and sign.
- Contact the issuing party for a corrected document.
I will do that thank you
Great, Danielle! Don't hesitate to return if you have any more questions. Good luck with your legal matter.