Who is asking to change their name?

The petitioner is Hok I Chan, who requests the new name Holly Chio.

When and where is the hearing on the name change?

The hearing is July 28, 2026 at 8:45 a.m. in Probate Dept. at 191 North First St., San Jose.

How do I object to the name change?

File a written objection stating reasons at least two court days before the hearing and appear at the hearing.

What happens if nobody objects?

If no timely written objection is filed, the court may grant the name change without a hearing.

Name Change — 191 North First St., San Jose, CA (26CV492264)

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A petitioner, Hok I Chan, seeks a court order to change their name to Holly Chio. A hearing is set for July 28, 2026 in Santa Clara County; objections must be filed at least two court days before the hearing.

Key Takeaways

Hearing on name change set for July 28, 2026 at 8:45 a.m.
Petitioner Hok I Chan seeks new name: Holly Chio
File written objection at least two court days before hearing
If no timely objection, court may grant the change without a hearing
Published in San Jose Mercury News for four consecutive weeks

Published: May 15, 2026 · 4 days ago
Category: Name Change
City: San Jose
Address: 191 North First St., San Jose, CA · 11 filings
Case #

26CV492264

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What to do next

1
File an objection (if you oppose)
Prepare and file a written objection stating reasons at least two court days before July 28, 2026 and plan to appear at the 8:45 a.m. hearing in Probate.
2
Note the hearing details
Attend the July 28, 2026 hearing at 8:45 a.m., Probate Dept., Superior Court, 191 North First St., San Jose.
3
Review published notice
Check the San Jose Mercury News notices (May 15, 22, 29; June 5, 2026) for the published order and any additional instructions.

Frequently asked questions

Who is asking to change their name?: The petitioner is Hok I Chan, who requests the new name Holly Chio.
When and where is the hearing on the name change?: The hearing is July 28, 2026 at 8:45 a.m. in Probate Dept. at 191 North First St., San Jose.
How do I object to the name change?: File a written objection stating reasons at least two court days before the hearing and appear at the hearing.
What happens if nobody objects?: If no timely written objection is filed, the court may grant the name change without a hearing.

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Legal terms in this notice

Order to Show Cause: A court document requiring interested persons to appear and explain why the requested change should not be granted.
Petition: A formal written request filed with the court asking for the legal name change.
Published in a newspaper of general circulation: Requirement to run the notice publicly for several weeks so interested people can learn about the petition.
Written objection: A documented statement filed with the court explaining reasons to oppose the name change.

Full Notice Text

Hok I Chan SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF Santa Clara 191 North First St., San Jose, CA 95113 PETITION OF: Hok I Chan FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No 26CV492264 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR NAME CHANGE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Hok I Chan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name Hok I Chan Proposed Name Holly Chio 2. THE COURT ORDERS: That all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: July 28, 2026 Time: 8:45 a.m. Dept: Probate The address of the court is: 191 North First St., San Jose, CA 95113 A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation: printed in this county: San Jose Mercury News Date: April 30, 2026 /s/Charles F. Adams JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT SJMN 6966432 May 15, 22, 29; June 5, 2026

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