Name Change in Fulton County, Georgia
We generate your petition for name change, the legal ad for publication, and the final order for the judge to sign.
Lewis R. Slaton Courthouse, 136 Pryor Street SW, Suite C155, Atlanta, GA 30303
404-613-5313
Fulton County note: Adult name change requires publication in the legal organ once a week for 4 weeks, notice filed within 7 days of the petition (O.C.G.A. 19-12-1); Fulton legal organ: Daily Report (publication billed by the paper, rate not published by the clerk). Minor name change requires notarized parental consent/notice per statute. Filing fee is the clerk's general civil rate: 215 USD first plaintiff+defendant, 8 USD each additional party (clerk FAQ). E-filing via eFileGA is mandatory for Superior civil per standing order; pro se filers can use clerk Public Access Terminals. No personal checks; money orders, cashier's/certified/business checks.
Fulton County FAQ
- Where do I file a name change in Fulton County?
- Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court — Civil Division, Lewis R. Slaton Courthouse, 136 Pryor Street SW, Suite C155, Atlanta, GA 30303 (404-613-5313).
- How much does it cost to file in Fulton County?
- The filing fee is $215. Any service, publication, or other fees vary and aren't included here — confirm the full amount with the clerk before filing.
- Can I e-file in Fulton County?
- E-filing is available.
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