How Do You Get Your Named Changed In A Divorce?
Many times, a woman wants to return to her maiden name after a divorce becomes final -- how is that done? Maine law provides that upon request, either spouse can have his or her name changed when the court enters the final divorce judgment.
It's interesting that either spouse can request a different name, and the name doesn't have to be a return to a previous name or maiden name.
Typically, this is done by simply requesting the name change in the final divorce judgment that is submitted to the court for the judge's signature. No formal motion is necessary and I've never seen a court refuse such a request.
