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Change Your Name
Legally & Quickly
in California

The Law Offices of Arash Hashemi handle every aspect of your legal name change — from court filing to final decree. We make a complex process simple and stress-free.

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Every Type of Name Change
Under California Law

California Code of Civil Procedure §§ 1275–1279.6 governs name changes. Our office knows the filing requirements, courtroom procedure, and the agencies you'll need to notify — so you don't have to.

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Adult Name Changes

Whether for personal, cultural, or professional reasons — we file your petition in LA Superior Court and guide you to the final decree.

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Marriage & Divorce Name Change

Restore your former name or adopt a new surname after marriage. We handle all agency notifications including DMV, Social Security & Passport.

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Minor / Child Name Changes

Name changes for children under 18 require additional court steps. We manage every detail and represent you at the hearing when needed.

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Gender Marker & Name Changes

We handle combined petitions for both legal name and gender marker changes, with compassionate, discreet, and knowledgeable representation.

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Immigration-Related Name Changes

Aligning your legal name with your immigration documents takes careful coordination. We make sure your filings are consistent and compliant.

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Post-Decree Document Updates

After the court order, we help you update your Social Security card, California driver's license, passport, and financial accounts.

Your Name Change in
4 Simple Steps

From your first call to your official court order, we manage the entire process. Most uncontested cases in LA County are completed in roughly 8–12 weeks.

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Free Consultation

Speak with our office about your specific situation and your options — no charge, no obligation.

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We Prepare Everything

We draft and file your petition, handle the court filing on your behalf, and arrange publication if it's required.

3

Court Hearing

We guide you through the hearing — and appear for you in many uncontested cases. Most hearings take under 10 minutes.

4

Official Decree & Updates

You receive your certified court order. We then help you notify the relevant agencies and update your documents.

LA's Trusted Name
Change Attorney

  • Flat-Fee — No Hourly Billing

    You pay one transparent flat fee. No surprise invoices, no hourly charges. We quote your full cost upfront.

  • Two Decades of LA Court Experience

    Attorney Hashemi has practiced in Los Angeles since 2003 and knows local court procedure inside and out.

  • Fast Turnaround

    We prepare and file your petition promptly and keep your case moving as quickly as the court calendar allows.

  • Multilingual Service

    We serve clients in English and Farsi — supporting communities across Greater Los Angeles.

  • Free, Confidential Consultation

    Start with a no-obligation consultation. We'll review your situation and give you a clear path forward.

Attorney Arash Hashemi

Arash Hashemi, Esq.

Founder & Principal Attorney

With more than 20 years of experience practicing law in California, Arash Hashemi has represented clients throughout Los Angeles County since 2003. He provides personal, attentive service and guides clients through every step of the name change process — clearly, efficiently, and in English or Farsi.

CA State Bar #222454 LA Superior Court 20+ Years

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★

"Attorney Hashemi made the entire name change process easy and stress-free. He handled everything and we were done within weeks. Highly recommend."

M.T.
Maria T.
Los Angeles, CA · Name Change
★★★★★

"Professional, responsive, and clear about every step. The flat fee was exactly what he quoted — no surprises at all. Worth every penny."

J.R.
James R.
Los Angeles, CA · Name Change
★★★★★

"I was nervous about going to court, but Mr. Hashemi was there every step of the way. My name change was approved on the first hearing."

S.K.
Sandra K.
Los Angeles, CA · Name Change

Name Change FAQ

In Los Angeles County, most uncontested adult name changes take roughly 8 to 14 weeks from filing to the court order, depending on the court's calendar. If publication is required for your case, additional time may be needed. We work to move your case as quickly as possible.
Attorney Hashemi charges a flat fee for name change cases — you know the total cost upfront with no billing surprises. Court filing fees are separate and vary by county. Call (310) 448-1529 for current pricing.
For many straightforward adult name changes, your appearance may not be required — we can handle the hearing on your behalf in a number of situations. For cases involving minors or gender marker changes, your presence is typically required, but we prepare you thoroughly and the hearing usually takes under 10 minutes.
If your divorce decree specifically ordered a name restoration, you can usually use that document directly to update your ID — no separate filing needed. If you want a different name not in the decree, or your decree didn't include a name change order, a separate petition is required. We can advise you on the right path during your consultation.
You'll receive a certified copy of the Decree Changing Name (Form NC-130). We recommend obtaining several certified copies, as agencies like Social Security, the DMV, and financial institutions each require one. We help you order the right number and walk you through the update process for each agency.

Start Your Name Change Today

Schedule your free, no-obligation consultation with a Los Angeles name change attorney. We'll review your situation and give you a clear path forward.

The Law Offices of Arash Hashemi  |  11845 W Olympic Blvd, Suite 520, Los Angeles, CA 90064
Phone: (310) 448-1529  |  Email: info@hashemilaw.com

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