Shelby County Probate Court - Legal Name Changes/Birth Certificate Corrections
Address
140 Adams Avenue Room 124
Shelby County Courthouse
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 222-3750
Description:
Authorizes legal name changes for any Shelby County resident. Also provides legal authorization to make changes to errors in birth certificates.
Hours:
Court Hours: Thu 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Intake Process:
Call or visit website for information; some forms can be downloaded from the website or picked up form from the office. You do not have to have an attorney to make these changes or corrections, but you must have the Petition and Order forms ready to be presented to the judge; forms are available from the website.
Program Fees:
$166.50/name change or birth record correction; certified copy of Elvis Presley's will/$11.50; accepts cash, credit and debit cards (MasterCard or Visa)
Eligibility:
Residents of Shelby County who are 18 and over can change their name without parental consent. Must provide birth certificate and proof of identity and residency. NOTE: If you are changing the name of a minor child, both parents must be present OR have a notarized statement from the absent parent.
Is Shelter?
No
Date of Official Change:
June 13, 2024
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
140 Adams Avenue Room 124
Shelby County Courthouse
Memphis, TN 38103
Contacts
Eddie S. Jones Jr.
Primary Contact
Shelby County Probate Clerk
Deena Weathers
Principal Court Clerk
Laketha Barnes
Chief Administrator
Phone Numbers
Main
(901) 222-3750
Legal Status:
City/County (Parish)
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Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Shelby County
- Shelby County
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Geography Served
- Tennessee
- Shelby County
- Shelby County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
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