What does the name change intake cover?

The name change intake organizes your current legal name, requested new name, reason for change, state-specific requirements, and required supporting documents.

How long does the name change intake take?

Most people complete the JustiPal name change intake in 10–15 minutes.

Is JustiPal a law firm?

No. JustiPal is a legal document preparation service, not a law firm. We help you organize your information — we do not provide legal advice.

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Welcome

Personal

Names

Reason

Documents

Review

Confirm

You're starting something that changes everything. Let's go.

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Start Your Name Change

A simple, guided process to organize your name change documents — in minutes, not hours.

Secure & PrivateYour data is encrypted and never shared.

Step-by-Step GuidanceSimple questions guide you through every section.

Court-Ready DocumentsEverything organized and ready to file.

What’s covered

Personal information

Current & requested name

Reason for name change

State-specific requirements

Document checklist

Readiness review

Complete this intake to unlock your personalized case checklist and readiness score. Payment unlocks full Secure Client Portal access.

Not right for everyone

JustiPal™ is not right for everyone. If your situation involves active litigation, criminal proceedings, complex business assets, or you need legal advice, please consult a licensed attorney.

Your Privacy & Security

Your intake responses and uploaded documents are stored securely and never shared with third parties without your consent. You control your case file.

What Happens Next?

Here’s exactly what to expect after you get started.

✅1

Complete Your Intake (10–15 min)

Current name, desired name, reason for change

📄2

Review Your Petition Package

Ready to file with your county clerk

🏛️3

File With Your County Clerk

Simple submission, we show you exactly where and how

🎉4

Your New Name Is Official

Most name changes approved in 2–6 weeks

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12 minEstimated time

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Save & resumeAnytime

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Phone or computerAny device

Common Questions

Most name changes are approved in 2–6 weeks after filing. New York requires a 4-week newspaper publication period that extends the timeline.

Most states don't require a specific reason for an adult name change. Common reasons include marriage, divorce, personal preference, or gender transition.

Social Security Administration first, then driver's license/ID, passport, bank accounts, employer records, voter registration, and any other official documents.

In most states, a court order is required for a legal name change. However, after marriage or divorce, you can update your name on government IDs without a separate court filing.

Your progress is automatically saved at every step.

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Your Name Change Document Packet will include:

Prepared and organized for you

Petition for Name Change

Order Granting Name Change

Publication Notice (NY only)

Notification Letters

Included with your guided intake. Documents prepared based on your answers.

Thousands of people have made this exact change.

94%

Completed all required forms

88%

Understood the court process in one session

92%

Felt confident moving forward

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JustiPal™ is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice.

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💳One-time payment — no subscription

🧭Guided step-by-step — no guessing

💾Save and return anytime

📋No legal jargon — plain English throughout

🔒Secure encrypted portal

💳One-time payment — no subscription

🧭Guided step-by-step — no guessing

💾Save and return anytime

📋No legal jargon — plain English throughout

JustiPal™ prepares and organizes your information. We do not provide legal advice.

🔒Your progress is auto-saved. You can close this tab and return anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. JustiPal™ is a document preparation service — not a law firm and not a substitute for an attorney. We help you organize your case information and prepare your documents. We do not provide legal advice.

After completing your guided intake, you receive a complete, organized document packet ready for court submission. This includes your completed intake summary, a case-specific document checklist, and preparation instructions.

Yes. If you're not satisfied with your experience, contact us within 7 days of purchase for a full refund. No questions asked.

Yes. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest using 256-bit SSL. We never sell your personal information.

No. JustiPal™ is designed for consumers who want to self-represent or simply organize their documents before consulting an attorney. Many of our users complete the entire process without ever hiring an attorney.

Most users complete their guided intake in 15–30 minutes. You can save your progress and return at any time.

JustiPal™ is a document preparation service. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice. For legal advice, consult a licensed attorney in your state.

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What Happens Next?

Common Questions

Thousands of people have made this exact change.

Frequently Asked Questions

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