Divorce & Separation in Michigan

Step-by-step guides and toolkits for people navigating divorce or separation in Michigan, United States.

Michigan Guides

General Resources

These guides work no matter where you live:

Articles for Michigan

Ex Parte Custody Order in Michigan

How emergency and ex parte custody orders work in Michigan — when courts grant them, what you need to show, and how temporary orders shape the rest of…

FOC Mediation in Michigan Custody Cases

How Friend of the Court mediation works in Michigan — when it's required, what happens during the session, and how FOC recommendations affect your cus…

How to File for Custody in Michigan

Step-by-step process for filing a child custody case in Michigan — required forms, filing fees, the 180-day waiting period, and what happens after you…