Now the document, the Deed Poll, itself is not a complicated document. In fact, if you look on the internet, you can find lots of examples of templates. Do go carefully though because I’ve seen some of those templates are actually produced wrongly. So when it’s something as crucial as changing your name, I would suggest making sure that at least somebody who is legally qualified has a look at it to make sure it’s correct. But once you’ve got your correct name change template, the real confusion appears to be a misunderstanding over the witnesses to the signing of the Deed Poll. Now there’s quite a few companies out there which suggest or imply the document needs to be stamped or it needs some professional to sign and stamp the Deed Poll. Actually that isn’t always the case. In fact, in the large majority of occasions, a professional signature and stamp aren’t necessary for the document to be legally binding within the UK. It just needs to have independent witnesses and the independent witness doesn’t need to be a professional like a solicitor or a qualified Notary Public.

What it really needs to be is someone who is genuinely independent, so not connected with the person who is signing the documents to change their name. So a family member or something similar wouldn’t be appropriate, but the only time when a document would need to be signed by a legal professional such as a UK Notary Public is usually if the document is going to be used overseas and it needs to be recognized as being legally enforceable within a foreign country. Now the confusion, unfortunately, means that lots of people end up spending money with law firms or with other organisations when they really don’t need to spend this money. Unfortunately I see lots of documents on this basis, it’s one of those where I’m trying to avoid people having to waste money and so I’ll point out to them, but actually they didn’t need to do that. I see it so often and when I explain people are often disappointed.

So I am trying to help people to change their name without spending cash. What I’ve actually done is made a free Deed Poll name change template available via my website https://mdpryke-notary.com/2010/08/changing-name-by-deed-poll/. So you don’t need to spend money on these organisations who are seeking to charge you money to change your name by Deed Poll. What you can do is go and use the template and use this document at no cost. There’s no catch to that. It is simply available to download for free from my website. To help, I’m going to put a little link in the comments section below so you can directly access that document. And if you have any questions, then just give us a call. So I hope that helps. A deed poll document can be used to legally change your name, and if you want to do that, you can do it for free by following the link we provide an on our website. So thanks again and if you have any questions or would like us to cover absolutely anything, please do get in touch. Thanks very much for visiting our website.

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The first point to make is you don’t have to follow a legal procedure if you want to adopt a new name. Whilst this is the case, you are likely to need a deed poll to apply for or change your name within official documents, like a passport or driving licence.

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In has been confirmed that Oscar-winning actress Kate Winslet has married again. Rather than this news being greeted as a cause for celebration it is the name of her new husband that has become the biggest talking point!

The 37-year-old, married Ned Rocknroll, a nephew of music and aviation tycoon Richard Branson. According to online reports, Rocknroll had his name changed by deed poll from Ned Abel Smith and is a marketing executive for Virgin Galactic. Whilst many have questioned the validity of such an unusual name it shows the opportunity that a Deed Poll name change document can offer to someone who wants the freedom to be “creative” with their identity.

This story follows hot on the heels of news that Midlands-based impersonator “Gordon Elvis” won the annual European Elvis Championships in Birmingham. This Malta born impersonator also used a change of name deed poll to honour the late rock and roll singer.

Both stories illustrate how people are choosing to change their names for a range of reasons. Some of those reasons can more “traditional” in nature, such as marriage, divorce or adoptions, whilst others change their name out of personal choice. So long as an individual is not changing their name for fraudulent purposes, it doesn’t matter what the reason is. It is an indivduals right to be known by whatever name they wish (subject to certain restrictions).

The key is to ensure that the necessary legal steps have been taken, namely a document is needed to provide evidence that a name has been changed.  A Deed Poll is such a document and it will enable individuals to get all their official records updated to their new name.  We make a Free Deed Poll template available to everyone via our website and if you have any further questions about how to change your name then please get in touch with us at matthew@mdpryke-notary.com or via the website at www.mdpryke-notary.com

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At MD Pryke Notary Public LLP members of the public often contact us to enquire whether our free deed poll service is genuinely available at no charge and whether they have to be in the London area in order to take advantage of our offer.

To clarify our position we can categorically state that our Deed Poll document is provided completely free of charge to the public.  There’s no catch to worry about, just a genuinely gratis deed poll name change document for UK citizens, which is available free to download and is totally legally binding.

Simply download the name change document at https://mdpryke-notary.com/2010/08/changing-name-by-deed-poll and fill it in using the easily understood directions.

As discussed in a response to a client’s questions which can be viewed at https://mdpryke-notary.com/2010/09/deed-poll-name-change-storm-on-x-factor it is essential that you follow the steps as described and that you sign the deed poll in front of a witness.

A Notary Public or solicitor is not required, but it must be witnessed by a third party in order that your free name change by deed poll process becomes legally binding and recongnised in any court in England and Wales.

For further details on our free deed poll service please contact MD Pryke Notary Public LLP on 0207 636 4422, or through the usual channels.

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We pointed out that not only is a name change by Deed Poll completely legal, and that Simon Cowell was incorrect to refuse to call the singer by his new name, but also what an easy process changing a name could be.  So we were delighted to learn this week that in a follow up show to the X Factor, Simon Cowell signed a Deed Poll name change document himself.

After ascertaining that he could hold the contract himself, Cowell signed the forms to declare that he would officially be called ‘Lightening’, albeit for a 24 hour period.

It’s only a pity that ITV didn’t approach MD Pryke Notary Public for our free Deed Poll name change document, but we’re delighted that it highlights just how easy the process can be.

In fact, if one takes a strict legal view, you needn’t fill out any documentation if you decide to be known by a new name, the purpose of a Deed Poll is to provide an official form with which to notify various agencies of your new moniker, such as Credit companies and passport services.

To change a name using our free legal name change service simply follow the links on this page or call MD Pryke Notary Public on 0207 6364422 for more details.

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The contestant revealed that he had changed his name by Deed Poll from ‘Lee Gardner’ to ‘Storm Lee Gardner’.

Changing a name by Deed Poll is legally binding and the contestant had every legal right to insist on being called by his new name.  The name change by Deed Poll took place when Storm was 16 years old and so he wouldn’t have needed parental permission to change name.

If a minor wished to change a name by Deed Poll the situation becomes more complicated with permission for the name change required from every party deemed to have parental responsibility.  The contestant has claimed that he changed his name by Deed Poll name because he was being bullied at school, but there are many different reasons for people changing name by Deed Poll.  Some people change name by Deed Poll after marriage or divorce, others change name to signal a break from their family and many more change name to signify a new start.

For the vast majority of Deed Poll name changes where the person wishing to change name is over 16 years of age the process is straightforward.

Simply visit our completely free Deed Poll name change download and follow the three easy steps to make your Deed Poll name change legal and officially recognised.

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How do I use my Free Deed Poll download to apply for a new Passport?

Simply enclose your Deed Poll certificate with the Passport application.  If you feel that the authorities may mislay your Deed Poll, you may wish to visit a Notary Public or a solicitor to obtain some official certified copies.

Is my free name change legally binding?

The free Deed Poll document is legally binding and will be accepted as proof of your name change by all government agencies.  It will also be accepted by Banks and Building societies, the DVLA and medical agencies.

Can I avoid creditors by changing my name by Deed Poll?

No.  It is illegal to change your name for the purpose of trying to avoid debts or to misrepresent yourself in any way.  Once you change your name by Deed Poll you are obliged to inform all official agencies of the name change.

Can I use my Deed Poll to change my Birth Certificate?

It is highly unusual to change the name on a Birth Certificate.  The Birth Certificate is an official record that declares a person’s name in their infancy, rather than the name they wish to assume.  There are certain circumstances where Birth Certificates can be altered but a Deed Poll is not used to make these changes.

For further information on any aspect of changing a name by Deed Poll, please contact MD Pryke Notary Public via any of the usual channels.

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A Deed Poll is a term with which most people are familiar.  If they are intent on a new name people believe they must visit a Solicitor or a Notary Public to change name legally by Deed Poll.  A legal name change, however, is a simple process and can be completed free of charge in three easy steps.

Free name change step 1.

Download a free Deed Poll here

Free name change step 2.

Simply open the Deed Poll thumbnail and follow the instructions written in red.  You must delete the red writing and replace it as per the Deed Poll instructions.

Free name change step 3.

Once you have filled in the Deed poll, you must sign it and get it witnessed by an independent third party as per the instructions on the Deed Poll.

Once your Deed Poll is filled out correctly, you have now changed your name by Deed Poll.

Your name change is now 100% legal – KEEP THE DOCUMENT IN A SAFE PLACE!

Should anyone question your new name, this completed Deed Poll certificate will verify your change of identity.  To change your name on a Passport, government document, etc, you will need to present either your original Deed Poll or an official certified copy.

For further information on our free legal name change Deed Poll, or on any of our Notary Public Services please contact Matthew on 0207 6364422.

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