Making changes to the registration record about birth

When it comes to adding data to a person’s birth record, the law establishes a clear list of those who can submit an application. Current legal regulations also stipulate the procedure for completing such actions. If you’d like to learn more about this issue, the following information will be helpful. We’ll also explain how the services of “Prikhodko&Partners” Law Firm’s lawyers can be helpful in these matters.

Who can apply for changes to a registration record?

As for filing an application to amend a birth certificate, this can be done by:

• the person for whom this entry was made;
• his/her parents;
• his/her guardians;
• a legal representative (lawyer) whose authority is documented.

The body that reviews the application is the department of state registration of civil status acts (RCSA).

When should changes be made?

The following situations may serve as grounds for making changes:

• data entry errors;
• first or last name change;
• paternity/maternity establishment;
• court decisions, etc.

To confirm the need for changes, documents are submitted – certificates, passports, court decisions or other official evidence.

What should I do if the RCSA refuses to make changes?

If the RCSA refuses to amend your birth certificate without proper grounds in response to your application, you can appeal this refusal in court. To do so, you should file a claim with the administrative court.

In your statement of claim, it’s important to accurately state all the circumstances of the case and explain why you believe the decision of the authorized representatives of the RCSA is unfounded. It’s a good idea to engage legal services when drafting and filing such a statement of claim. This will significantly simplify all necessary legal procedures and help you achieve your desired outcome.

How will our services be useful?

The lawyers at “Prikhodko&Partners” Law Firm regularly assist clients with requests for changes to registration records. We provide the following services:

• We help you properly prepare and submit your application to the RCSA. Sometimes, a refusal may be due to an incorrectly completed application or a failure to provide documents confirming the grounds for amending the registration record. Therefore, consulting a lawyer can help avoid such problems.
• We provide consultations regarding the list of required documents and grounds for making changes. If you have any doubts about the availability of the necessary documents or grounds for amending a birth certificate, you should first consult with a specialist. If there are no obstacles to making changes to the registration record, we will advise you on the legal steps to achieve the desired result. If there are obstacles, we will guide you on how to overcome them.
• We support clients in legal disputes or refusals from the RCSA. If authorized representatives of the RCSA refuse your application without justification, we know how to provide effective and efficient assistance. As practice shows, defending a client’s interests in court is the optimal tool for overcoming artificially created obstacles to amending a registration record about birth.
• We draft and submit procedural documents to the court. Delegating these tasks to a professional lawyer can significantly save time and effort. All necessary legal work will be performed by a specialist for whom it is familiar and routine.
• We represent clients in government agencies and court proceedings. When your lawyer handles communications with authorized government officials, you don’t have to delve into a whole host of legal regulations and their practical application. A specialist will handle everything necessary.
• We provide full legal support until you receive your new birth certificate. Engaging a lawyer from the very beginning for turnkey support helps you avoid potential pitfalls along the way to achieving your desired outcome.

This is why professional legal assistance significantly simplifies the process of amending a birth certificate for the client.

Why should you contact lawyers?

Let’s also consider why you should choose us for these services. So:

1. Our specialists have been working in their field for many years and know how to effectively assist clients.
2. We stay current with all legal news and legislative updates relevant to our practice.
3. Our team, beginning with our support engagement with the client, always signs a contract outlining all our responsibilities. This demonstrates our transparent terms of cooperation.

To order the legal services mentioned above, please fill out the contact form on the website. A specialist will call you back.