Some legal name changes are free, such as changing your last name when you get married or divorced, but most require a court petition. The minimum cost will be the charge for the court filing fee in your jurisdiction. If you hire an attorney, wish to change the name of a minor or require criminal screening, expect to pay more.
Remember that declining an invitation doesn't mean you're rejecting the person who sent it to you. It's simply a statement that you are unable to attend whatever you've been invited to. Here are some tips on how to turn down an invitation in the most polite way: 1  Don't ignore the invitation.2  Don't wait. 3  Be thankful. 4  Be honest. 5  Ask for a different time. 6  Don't over-explain. 7  Send something.t's simply a statement that you are unable to attend whatever you've been invited to. Here are some tips on how to turn down an invitation in the most polite way: 1  Don't ignore the invitation. 2  Putting the invitation aside to deal with later isn't good for you or the person who sent it.
To refuse: 'No, thank you.' This is not enough. It's rude unless you say it slowly and with a smile! To be very polite say: 'Thank you. That's really kind of you, but I can't because .' And give a reason. DON'T say 'I'm busy' but you CAN say 'I'm busy because I'm meeting a friend'.Other examples: 1.. Don't accept food you don't like. 3. Refuse an offer of help. (you don't need it or want it). 4. Refuse a kind offer to do your shopping for you. 5. Refuse an invitation to see a film you've seen before. 6. Refuse the offer of a lift in some-one's car.