U.S. Adults 18+ Who Legally Changed Name - Hidden Costs

Academic] The Real Cost of Changing Your Name in the U.S. (U.S., 18+, have legally changed name) Survey Link:[HERE I am currently developing a reported piece regarding the real financial burden of legally changing a name in the United States. While the filing fees are public, the "hidden" costs—travel, time off work, updated documentation, and professional fees—are often overlooked. Who can take this? Must be 18+ Must live in the U.S. Must have legally changed your name for any reason (marriage, divorce, gender transition, or personal preference). Details: Time:5–8 minutes. Anonymity:Your responses are anonymous. No email addresses are collected unless you choose to provide one at the end for a follow-up interview. Purpose:Data will be used in aggregate for a reporting project to identify who is hit hardest by these costs across different states and income levels. If you have any questions or would like to share more of your story, feel free to comment here or use the contact info at the end of the survey. Thank you for your time!