There is not a distinct form for changing the name of the entire family. A family can get a name change if anadult completes a petition for change of name(CAFC 401) and includes the minor children whose names they want to change. The court has discretion as to whether to change the na...
Other individuals such as grandparents may be limited in their ability to ask for custody of the child, but may be able to file an emergency petition asking for temporary guardianship.[10] 3 Choose the correct court. Depending on the type of petition you want to file, you may need to ...