Adult Name Change

Adult Name Change

A court process is necessary to obtain an adult name change. Here is an overview of the process: Forms Needed For An Adult Name Change: 1. Notice of Petition For Name Change2. Petition for Name Change3. Affidavit of Petitioner4. Confidential Information Form5. Order...
Becoming a United States Citizen

Becoming a United States Citizen

Benefits Of Citizenship: • You cannot be removed (deported) from the U.S. for any reason.• You can get a U.S. Passport for traveling.• You can vote.• Your minor children born abroad who came to the U.S. with you will automatically become U.S. citizens by law.• You...
Pointers for a Successful Court Hearing

Pointers for a Successful Court Hearing

Your appearance, demeanor, and testimony can be essential to your court hearing. It is important that you are properly prepared. If you follow some basic rules, you should have a more successful hearing. Appearance is important: A neat appearance and proper dress in...
Power of Attorney for Financial Decisions

Power of Attorney for Financial Decisions

What Is A Financial Power of Attorney? • A document in which you appoint someone to handle your financial or other decisions; however, this does not include health decisions. There is a separate document for health care decisions called a Health Care Directive.• The...
What is a Conservatorship?

What is a Conservatorship?

What Is A Conservatorship? A conservatorship is a court action which appoints someone to handle your money and property. A conservator is appointed when the court determines you cannot manage your own property and affairs for reasons such as a mental or physical...
What Can I Do About Medical Bills?

What Can I Do About Medical Bills?

Some hospitals and clinics in North Dakota operate a Charity Care program. Under a charity care program, the medical facilities reduce the medical debt based on the patient’s financial situation. Not all medical facilities in North Dakota have charity care programs...