QUESTION
When I get married, can I retain my professional name (existing) for business purposes even though I will legally change my last name?
Asked on Jul 29th, 2013 on Estate Planning - Michigan
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Sure, you can use whatever name you want to as long as it is not for purposes of defrauding someone. You can also use multiple names.
Answered on Aug 05th, 2013 at 10:55 PM
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You can. In Missouri, if you do business under any name other than your legal name, you must file a fictitious name registration with the secretary of state.
Answered on Aug 05th, 2013 at 11:02 AM
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Yes, so long as you do not defraud anybody.
Answered on Aug 02nd, 2013 at 9:26 PM
Thomas Edward Gates
You may keep your professional name.
Answered on Aug 02nd, 2013 at 9:26 PM
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Sure just file a fictitious firm name with the county where you live and work.
Answered on Aug 02nd, 2013 at 9:26 PM
Yes. You may consider establishing a business with your professional name.
Answered on Aug 02nd, 2013 at 9:26 PM
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Yes. You might want to consider filing a fictitious business name statement also known as a DBA (doing business as).
Answered on Aug 02nd, 2013 at 9:26 PM
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Yes. I believe at that point, though, you would need to file a DBA or for a corporation or LLC, since it would no longer be your actual name. This depends on the kind of business that you have.
Answered on Aug 02nd, 2013 at 9:26 PM
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Yes, but seek the advice of a family law attorney to confirm.
Answered on Aug 02nd, 2013 at 9:26 PM