Legal Resources
February 23, 2021
Student Legal Services
Student Legal Services (SLS) is an on-campus law office that provides a safe and confidential space for all UW-Seattle and Bothell students who have legal questions or concerns. We offer free 40-minute consultations on a broad range of issues. Students can also hire us for ongoing representation for a low hourly rate. We are located…
Legal Change of Sex/Gender Designation in WA State
If you own a Washington State driver’s license, you may change your sex designation by filling out the first section of Driver License or ID Card Change of Gender Designation Request. The “Physician” section can be filled out by: “A licensed medical physician, internist, endocrinologist, gynecologist, urologist, osteopathic physician, psychiatrist, psychologist, or a Washington State licensed naturopathic…
Legal Name Change in WA State
If you are a resident of Washington State, there are two main methods of changing your legal name on your government-issued documents: a certified court-order, or by Common Law whereby you will be asked to show usage of your preferred name. How to change your name by court order: File a Petition in the district…