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How to Change a Child's Last Name

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Amber Keefer

The legal process for changing a child’s name to his biological father’s last name is not as simple as amending a birth certificate, Social Security card or other official document, according to Gayle R. Rosenblum, a New York family law attorney.

Amber Keefer has more than 25 years of experience working in the fields of human services and health care administration. Writing professionally since 1997, she has written articles covering business and finance, health, fitness, parenting and senior living issues for both print and online publications. Keefer holds a B.A. from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania and an M.B.A. in health care management from Baker College.