CHANGE OF NAME BENEFIT

 

Who is Eligible?

Any covered member who wishes to legally change his/her name is covered by this benefit.

 

What is the Benefit?

The Legal Services Fund provides coverage through the panel law firm for legal advice and representation in the change of name procedure. Counsel will file all appropriate papers and represent the member in the change of name process.

 

The following schedule indicates the legal services available and the amount to be paid by the member at each circumstance:

STEPS IN THE LEGAL PROCESS PROVIDED BY THE FUND THROUGH AMOUNT PAID THE PANEL LAW FIRM BY FUND MEMBER

A. Consultation .................................................$0
 

B. Actual change of name procedure................$45.00
 

How is the Change of Name Benefit Obtained?

To obtain the Change of Name Benefit, simply contact your Local Organization to request an appointment. At the time of the appointment, you and your attorney from the panel law firm will complete the appropriate forms.