I think if there was no intent to defraud (who would know? <smile>) that name changes were pretty informal and often done without legal proceedings. See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Name_change Elaine On Saturday, May 19, 2007, you wrote > My question is on having your name changed > legally in court...what questions are asked of > one to apply for a name change. The family name > was changed many years ago in Chicago,IL. Is > there a question for reason to change? > I would like to see an example of the form filed. > Appreciate your suggestions and answers. thank you. > LaVerne Lavmanx@comcast.net > >