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· 3/10/2022

Brad Rothbauer v. Ashley Sheltrown

Syllabus

Following the establishment of paternity, a father petitioned to change his child's surname. The trial court denied the petition. The trial court's order does not contain findings as to whether the name change is in the child's best interests. Therefore, we vacate the judgment and remand.

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  • “individuals do not have a vested right in their particular positions on the eligibility list once it is established”
  • vacancies anticipated due to internal promotions
  • make up of eligibility list

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Judges: Judge John W. McClarty

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