Name Change – Flat Fee, Start to Finish
We handle Florida name changes across Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco for one transparent fee. We prepare and file the petition, coordinate fingerprints/background checks, handle e-filing and service, prep you for court, and guide post-judgment updates.
Who can file for a name change in Florida?
Adults and minors can petition the court for a legal name change. Common reasons include correcting a misspelled birth name, returning to a former name, post-divorce changes, personal or privacy reasons, gender-affirming changes, or changing a child’s name with parental agreement. You do not need to be recently married or divorced to request a name change.
Who this is for
- Uncontested adult name changes in Florida
- Post-divorce or family-related name changes
- Petitions filed in Pinellas, Hillsborough, or Pasco
Why use an attorney?
While you can file on your own, mistakes delay cases. We ensure the petition is correct, fingerprints are submitted properly, you know what to expect from the judge, and avoid avoidable delays—all for one all-inclusive price.
What’s included in the $1,600 flat fee
- Attorney representation throughout
- Preparation and filing of the Petition for Name Change
- Fingerprint/background check coordination
- Preparation of the Final Judgment for the judge to sign
- Scheduling and attending your hearing (if required)
- Guidance on updating ID, Social Security, passport, and other records
Typical steps
- Intake and ID verification
- Fingerprints and background check
- Petition drafting and filing
- Hearing scheduling and preparation
- Final order and record updates
What you provide
- Photo ID and basic biographical details
- Any prior name change or divorce orders (if applicable)
- Fingerprint/background check completion (we coordinate the process)
Court appearances
Many counties allow uncontested hearings by Zoom; some judges may approve without a hearing. If a hearing is required, we will represent you and explain exactly what to expect.
Timeline
A typical adult name change takes about 4–8 weeks, depending on fingerprint processing, the judge’s availability, and county-specific procedures. Minor name changes can take longer because of parental consent/notice requirements.
Name changes for children
Parents can petition to change a minor’s name when both parents agree, when one parent has sole parental responsibility, or when proper notice is given if a parent cannot be located. We make sure the petition meets statutory requirements so it can be approved without unnecessary delay.
The flat fee applies to uncontested name changes in the Suncoast region of Florida. Special circumstances (contested matters, unique court requirements, criminal history, or extensive travel) may require adjustments, communicated before proceeding.