Michigan Legal Help

Name Change Updates

Michigan just made some changes to the name change process and forms. The changes make it easier to request not to publish notice of a name change. We updated our site with the changes at the beginning of August 2023.

To start a name change case, go to the Do-It-Yourself Name Change tool.

If you started your name change case before August 2023, it's possible the court might say you need an updated copy of the Publication of Notice of Hearing (PC 50) or Order Following Hearing (PC 52). If you need an updated copy, you can:

Filing for a Name Change

For complete results pick the county where your case is (or will be) filed. If your legal problem doesn't involve court, pick the county where you live now.

Learn about changing your name, your child's name, or your whole family's names.

Articles

I Want to Change My Name

Read this article to find out what you need to do to change your name.
Changing Your Minor Child’s Name

Read this article to learn about the specific rules and procedures you will need to follow to change your minor child’s name.
After Your Name Change

Read this article to find out what do after a judge approves your name change.
I Want to Change the Gender Marker on My ID or Birth Certificate

There are different processes for changing the gender marker on your Michigan ID, driver’s license, birth certificate, and your federal passport. Read this article to learn more.
Fee Waivers in Court Cases

If you need to go to court but can’t afford to pay filing fees, you might be able to get your fees waived.

Instructions

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Forms

Do-It-Yourself Name Change

Use this tool to draft forms to ask the court to change your name, your child's name, or your family's name.

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