In previous articles, we discussed the process of getting a name change. However, we did not touch on the why. It is for many to return to their maiden name after a divorce or perhaps take the name of a beloved stepparent. However, there is one demographic that seeks a name change for affirmation.
Non-gender conforming individuals, such as transgender or non-binary, find that they wish to find a name that fits their identity. The good news, you do not need a petition for a name change to take on a new name. However, many find that their dead name’s repeated necessity for bank accounts, job applications, lease agreements, or loans brings with it a burden. This can feel like a chain dragging them backward after so much hard work to be true to themselves. This is where a legal name change may be helpful.
By legally changing your name, you will no longer be required to use your deadname when signing contracts or other legal documents. Bank accounts will now reflect the name your identity conforms with, not what was assigned to you at birth. While it may seem small, this can have an unimaginable positive impact on your day-to-day life.
Several requirements need to be completed before a person can petition to have their name changed. As part of the petition, specific requirements must be included to be taken into consideration. These include:
If you are a non-binary or transgender individual and want to have your name reflect your identity, then contact the trusted St. Louis Law Firm at The Betz Law Firm today for your free 30-minute consultation. Our staff will help you with this important step along your path to gender affirmation.
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