A matching first name to one’s identity: Moos’ story

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Learn about Moos’ journey to officially changing his first name to one that better fits his identity and how this has made him more confident.

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A matching first name to one’s identity: Moos’ story

Learn about Moos’ journey to officially changing his first name to one that better fits his identity and how this has made him more confident.

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The issue

Moos (age 34) was raised religiously by his parents and therefore had been given the first name Moses. However, he was not religious and always felt he had to defend himself for not being religious. From an early age, he didn’t think the name suited him, and from the age of 14, everyone called him Moos. Meanwhile, Moos was expecting his first child, so he felt it was the right time to officially change his first name.

Our approach

At Simmelink Law Firm, we carefully guide clients through the legal process of a first name change. For Moos, we followed our tried-and-true approach:

  • Telephone intake
    Understanding parents’ situation and wishes.
  • Preparation of a detailed petition
    Preparation of a complete and accurate petition to file the application for change of first name with the court.
  • Guidance for the application process
    Support and advice until the first name change was completed.

The result

His formal request was granted by the court and his name was officially changed to Moos.

The impact

The impact
Moos recognizes himself more in his name and is proud to later tell his child that his name is Moos.

“The name change process finally made me feel like my name really suits me. The team at Simmelink Lawyers helped me through every step and I am happy that my name is now officially Moos. This means so much to me and my future family.”

Moos

Benefits of Simmelink Lawyers

Our experienced lawyers offer customized solutions, ensuring you receive the professional attention and high-quality support you need.
  • High success rate
    Our success rate for first name changes is 99.8%.
  • Discretion and speed
    We guarantee privacy and prompt processing of the application.
  • Personal service
    You speak to us in person or via video call. We guide you from start to finish.
  • Nationwide reach
    We support in all courts and proceedings in the Netherlands, regardless of your place of residence.
  • Customer Satisfaction
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