What is the new name requested in this petition?

The petitioner seeks to change the name from Lelani Lee Awa to Elizabeth Julia Mary Courser.

When and where is the hearing on the name change?

The hearing is July 1, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. in Dept. 2, 526 West Sycamore St., Willows, CA.

How do I object to the name change?

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

What happens if no one objects?

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

Name Change — 526 West Sycamore St, Willows, CA (26CV00122)

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A petition filed by Lelani Lee Awa seeks a court order to legally change her name to Elizabeth Julia Mary Courser. A hearing is set for July 1, 2026, and objections must be filed at least two court days before that date.

Key Takeaways

Hearing set for July 1, 2026 at 2:30 p.m., Dept. 2
Petitioner seeks name change to Elizabeth Julia Mary Courser
Written objections due at least two court days before hearing
Objectioners must appear at the hearing to be heard
If no timely objection, court may grant without a hearing

Published: May 20, 2026 · yesterday
Category: Name Change
City: Willows
Address: 526 West Sycamore St, Willows, CA
Case #: 26CV00122

Research context

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What to do next

1
File a written objection
If you oppose the name change, file a written objection with the Glenn County Superior Court at least two court days before July 1, 2026 and include your reasons.
2
Attend the hearing
Appear in Dept. 2 at 526 West Sycamore St., Willows, CA on July 1, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. to present your objection.
3
Do nothing if you don't oppose
No action is required if you do not object; the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the new name requested in this petition?: The petitioner seeks to change the name from Lelani Lee Awa to Elizabeth Julia Mary Courser.
When and where is the hearing on the name change?: The hearing is July 1, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. in Dept. 2, 526 West Sycamore St., Willows, CA.
How do I object to the name change?: File a written objection stating your reasons at least two court days before the hearing and appear at the hearing.
What happens if no one objects?: If no timely written objection is filed, the court may grant the name change without holding a hearing.

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Legal terms in this notice

Order to Show Cause: A court order requiring interested persons to appear and explain why the requested change should not be granted.
Petition: A formal written request submitted to the court asking for a legal change, here for a name change.
Written objection: A documented statement filed with the court explaining why someone opposes the petition.

Full Notice Text

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF XX
IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF:
PETITIONER: LELANI LEE AWA
CASE NUMBER: 26CV00122
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE
FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Petitioner(s) Lelani Lee Awa filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:
from:     Lelani Lee Awa
to:          Elizabeth Julia Mary Courser
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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:
July 1, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. in Dept. 2
526 West Sycamore St.
Willows, CA 95988
A copy of the Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county:
Glenn County Transcript
Date: May 7, 2026
ALICIA EKLAND
JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT
Glenn County Transcript   May 20, 27, June 3 & 10, 2026             Ad #00314147

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