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Name Change Assistance | Lorain County Probate Court

225 Court Street, Unit 611, Lorain County Justice Center, Elyria, OH 44035

Barrier Free Restrooms|Braille and Tone Elevators|Designated Parking|Wheelchair Accessible Building (ramps & main entrance doors).
Eligibility
  • The person seeking the name change must be a resident of Lorain County for at least one year prior to filing the application.
  • Where minors are involved, the consent of both parents to the name change should be filed at the time of application.
Required documents
Will be requested as needed.
Hours
Same as site hours.
Languages
Court-appointed foreign language or sign language interpreters available upon request. Call ahead to request an interpreter.
Application process
Call the office or visit the website for more information.
  • All name changes are set for hearing and publication is required in all cases.
Fees
Varies according to service.
Service area
Lorain County, Ohio
Provides assistance for people who want to file a petition to legally change their name.
Last assured
06/10/2025
Providing organization
Lorain County Probate Court
Handles cases involving adoption, administration of estates, guardianships, name changes, correction of birth records, probate civil matters, and issuance of marriage licenses.