Here's what to expect for name/gender change if you hire me.

Written by Michael V. Lauro, Jr. Michael V. Lauro, Jr.

Last Updated: January 28, 2025 January 28, 2025

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Here's what to expect if you hire me to assist you with your name and/or gender change:

For Name and Gender Change clients only:  No Charge for 15 Minutes Phone Consultation

• There is no charge to talk with you for 15 minutes about your name and/or gender change needs.

Mostly online process.  Most of the process is done online so there is no need to risk your health or safety to meet in person, and most of the court hearings are being conducted virtually, if a court hearing is even required (in most courts they are not required for name or gender change requests).

Secure client portal.  When you interact with me online, in addition to email/voice/text, you can do so through my secure client portal, called Clio.  The portal allows us to upload/download/share documents, send secure messages, and share notes. You can also access and pay bills in the portal.

The portal is called "Clio for Clients."

• Download Mobile app (Works on iPhone and Android devices).
• Support Article:  How to use Clio for Clients

You will have access to the portal only after I share the first item from your matter.

Let's Get Started.  When you are ready to start your name and/or gender change process with me, I will email you links to the following items:

1. Name/gender intake form.   This is an online intake form that you can complete on your computer, smartphone, or other mobile device.
2. Fee Agreement.  After I review the intake forms, I'll create a fee agreement that you can review online and e-sign. I'll e-sign it after you and then you'll receive a fully signed digital copy.
3. Online Payment.  With the fee agreement in place, and after answering any questions you have, I'll send you an online payment request that you can pay with a debit/credit card. If you prefer to mail a check or money order, that will be fine. These funds will go into my client trust fund account which takes a few days after you make the payment. If you need to make multiple payments at different times, that is fine too. After the balance is paid, I will begin drafting your court documents.

Sometimes I will speak with clients ahead of time, and if they are interested in hiring me, I will usually send the links for all three items above in one email.  That way it's easy to keep track of the intake form, fee agreement, and payment.  When all 3 items are submitted, I will start drafting the court documents.

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