Legal Name Change Process

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In Lagos, you can change your name independently of divorce proceedings. File a petition at the high court, publish the change in a national newspaper, and obtain an affidavit. This process will not affect your divorce. For a faster divorce, consider mutual consent and uncontested terms. Legal representation can expedite the process.

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I was bearing certain names as at when I got married legally, now that I am seperated and filing for divorce, I want to legally change my the names completely, can I do that while the divorce proceeding as not even started ?
In Lagos, you can file for a legal name change independently of divorce proceedings. Here’s what you need to do:
- File a name change petition at the high court.
- Publish the name change in a national newspaper.
- Obtain an affidavit for the name change.
Would you like information on how to proceed with this?
So it doesn't affect the divorce proceeding despite they are different names entirely
Changing your name before or during a divorce proceeding in Lagos will not affect the divorce itself. You can proceed with the name change independently. If you need more detailed guidance or assistance, feel free to ask!
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You can go ahead and start the legal name change process independently of your divorce proceedings in Lagos. If you need step-by-step guidance or further assistance, let me know!
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Changing your name independently of divorce proceedings is a straightforward process. You can proceed without impacting your divorce. If you need step-by-step guidance on the name change process, I can provide more details. Would you like further assistance?
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For a legal name change in Lagos, here’s a step-by-step guide:
*. File a Petition: Submit a name change petition at the high court.
*. Publish in Newspaper: Announce your name change in a national newspaper.
*. Affidavit: Obtain an affidavit affirming the name change.
Feel free to ask any specific questions about the process!
How do you I stay in Lagos ?
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So how I file for divorce
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To file for divorce in Lagos, follow these steps:
*. Petition: Draft a divorce petition stating the grounds for divorce.
*. File: Submit the petition at the Family Division of the High Court.
*. Serve: Serve the divorce papers to your spouse.
*. Proceedings: Attend court proceedings as required.
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What are the fastest way to grant the divorce
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To expedite a divorce in Lagos, consider the following:
- Mutual Consent: Both parties agree to the divorce terms, which can speed up the process.
- Uncontested Divorce: No disputes over assets or custody.
- Legal Representation: A lawyer can help navigate the process swiftly.
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