Legal Opinion
In re Stempler
New York Supreme Court
Decided August 5, 1981PublishedCited by 6 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
OPINION OF THE COURT
Bernard F. McCaffrey, J.
The novel question presented here is, whether the court in its discretion should authorize the change of name requested where the petitioner candidly states in his application that the change of name is sought because the filing and adjudication of the petitioner as a bankrupt has seriously impaired his effectiveness and ability to engage in a meaningful business manner, notwithstanding his discharge in bankruptcy and payment of other obligations. Petitioner claims that the stigma of bankruptcy attached to his name has, in the past, and at present…
2Cases cited9 opinions
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