Our team is here to help you with your legal name change and will ensure that the process is quick and efficient.
Under Idaho law any adult (or minor with both parent’s permission) may change their legal name; however, it cannot be for the purpose of avoiding creditors or avoiding the sex offender list.
The process involves the following steps: (1) Filing a petition with the magistrate court requesting the name change, (2) Publishing a notice of the name change in the newspaper for four weeks, and (3) a hearing with a judge.
Idaho Legal Estates & Probate office charges a simple flat rate fee of $250.00 plus costs to complete your name change. Our attorney Jesse Thomas will walk you through each step and will be present at all hearings necessary to change your name.
Having an attorney walk you through the process ensures that you get your name change done correctly and in a timely manner.
With over a decade of experience we will help you navigate all of the rules and timelines. Schedule a free consultation today by calling our office or by filling out the simple form.