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NameRight provides procedural guidance, not legal advice.
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LegalZoom is a general legal services platform. NameRight is built for one job only: helping you change your name and update your gender marker, state by state.
| Dimension | NameRight | LegalZoom |
|---|---|---|
| Primary focus | Legal name changes & gender marker updates — nothing else | General legal documents (LLCs, wills, trademarks, family law, and more) |
| State guidance | All 50 states + DC, with county-level court notes and official form links | Name change support exists but follows a generalist document model |
| Court forms | Official state-specific court form references with source links | Forms are generated from its general document library, not state court packets |
| Privacy design | Privacy-first by default: quick exit, focus mode, minimal data collection | Standard consumer service privacy practices |
| Pricing model | One-time payment, no subscription, instant access | Package or subscription-based pricing with add-on services |
| Publication / local rules | State-specific publication and local rule guidance built in | Generic guidance; local rules vary by jurisdiction |
| Built for trans & non-binary users | Gender marker change guides in 15+ states, deadname-safe UI | General-purpose legal documents, no specialized gender marker support |
LegalZoom can prepare legal documents, but name changes are handled by state courts with state-specific forms, local rules, and publication requirements. A generalist platform cannot match the state-by-state detail of a dedicated name change service like NameRight.
No. In most states, a legal name change is a self-filing process: complete the court forms, file with your local court, and attend a hearing if required. NameRight walks you through the exact forms, fees, and steps for your state.
For name changes and gender marker updates, NameRight is purpose-built: state-specific checklists, official form references, publication requirements, and privacy-first design. For unrelated legal work (business formation, wills), a generalist provider may be appropriate.
NameRight charges a one-time fee with no subscription and no hidden add-ons. Court filing fees are set by each state and are paid directly to the court regardless of which service you use.
Browse the free guide for your state, then unlock the complete filing plan with official forms, fees, and court details when you're ready.