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Name change
Kerrymw
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My mum who is divorced is still using her married surname she wants to go back to her maiden name what's the easiest way to do this also would we need to inform bank life insurance and dwp of the name change and how would we do this many thanks
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She can DIY and let the relevant people know, or do it more formally. Both options covered in here. No need to pay a solicitor either way.https://www.gov.uk/change-name-deed-poll
All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of things shall be well.
Pedant alert - it's could have, not could of.2 -
She never lost the right to use her maiden name.Lost my soulmate so life is empty.
I can bear pain myself, he said softly, but I couldna bear yours. That would take more strength than I have -
Diana Gabaldon, Outlander1 -
If she is still working or does a tax return, add HMRC and pension company to the list of people to inform.Signature removed for peace of mind1
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My ex wife (now remarried) still uses my surname for everything. Is this legal?0
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Yes, although I don’t see what any of this is to do with deaths funerals or probate.castle96 said:My ex wife (now remarried) still uses my surname for everything. Is this legal?1
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