Doing this without an attorney and I am feeling very confident. 
Looking for any advice or for someone to burst my bubble and help me out (:

Here's what I have:

Petition: notarized and three copies plus original
Fingerprint cards: 3 of 'em

One slight issue here.  The address on fp cards is my old address. I changed my address today (also did finger prints today), so I have my old dl and paper license with correct address.  I used my current address, the updated one, on all other forms. 

Oh, and I have the final order for the judge. 
I'm going to file the petition tomorrow morning along with the $230 fee

After that I should see the staff attorneys office? And get a court date?

Looking for some help on these last steps.
I have printed out the social security forms printed along with my car title forms as well, but one step at a time
Thanks for any help

Here's what we have in the Wiki: https://www.susans.org/wiki/Changing_legal_name_in_the_US

Thank you!

It seems I'm all set then. 
Going to the staff attorney office in a few hours to get all filed and scheduled

Btw I've had nothing but positive interactions with local government so far.  We'll see how well the plays out in the end

Let us know how it goes.

Hugs, Devlyn

Best wishes dear in getting your legal stuff finished! *hugs*

In thought,

Jamie Nichols

I remember when I had my name legally changed, it had to be published in the 'legal voice' of the county I lived in.  That was truly the yuckiest part. I also requested a private hearing in judges chamber and it was granted. I did not want to be in the public courtroom with people staring.

Make sure you get at least three or more certified copies for later use, like your passport etc.

I remember the dread I felt about people having to know but the overwhelming joy when it was done.

Good luck