Michigan · Family
The Michigan Family Law Guide
A plain-language guide to navigating Michigan's no-fault divorce, child custody standards, property division rules, and support calculation procedures.
2026-2027 Edition · Cited to Michigan law · Plain language
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How divorce and custody cases work in Michigan
No-fault grounds, waiting periods, best-interest custody factors, the Friend of the Court, child support, and how Michigan divides marital property.
ABOUT THIS BOOK
A divorce or custody case in Michigan comes with its own forms, agencies, and timelines. The Michigan Family Law Guide explains how the process works in the Family Division of the Circuit Court, from the Complaint for Divorce to the Judgment of Divorce.
The guide starts with what Michigan law does not recognize: common law marriage formed in the state, "legal separation" (Michigan uses separate maintenance), community property, and an automatic 50/50 custody split. It then explains the single no-fault ground for divorce under MCL 552.6 and the waiting periods of 60 days, or six months when there are minor children.
Inside, the guide explains:
• The best-interest factors under MCL 722.23 and parenting plans
• Legal custody vs. physical custody, and joint vs. sole
• The Friend of the Court and how to object to a recommendation
• Child support under the Michigan Child Support Formula
• Spousal support and equitable distribution of property and debt
• Responding after being served, including the Answer deadline
The guide is written for both sides of a case: the spouse or parent who files and the co-parent or other spouse who responds. Checklists, a glossary, and questions to ask an attorney round out the Toolkit.
Legal information, not legal advice.
WHAT’S INSIDE
- The Foundation: No-Fault Divorce and the Child's Best Interests
- The Legal Blueprint: Core Michigan Family Law Statutes
- Who the Law Covers: Jurisdiction and Standing
- A Glossary of Essential Terms: Key Definitions in Michigan Family Law
- Exceptions and Defenses
- Rights of Co-Parent or Other Spouse
- Step-by-step procedures from each side, with deadlines at a glance
- 22 real-world questions and answers
- Statute index, key court decisions and official forms
- Toolkit: checklists, comparison tables, glossary and common mistakes to avoid
WHY READERS TRUST THIS GUIDE
Plain language. Cited to the statute. Dated so you know it is current.
Every rule is cited to Michigan law so you can verify it.
Cited, so you can check it
Every rule names the section of Michigan law it comes from, so you can read the source yourself.
Plain language, no filler
Written to be read start to finish by someone with no legal training, with worked examples.
Dated and updated
Each guide carries a law-current date and new editions ship when the law changes.
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QUESTIONS BEFORE YOU BUY
Michigan divorce process: what to know before you order.
Straight answers about what the guide is, what it covers and how it reaches you.
How long does a divorce take in Michigan?
Michigan sets a waiting period of 60 days from filing, or six months when there are minor children. Contested cases can take much longer. The guide explains each stage.
What is the difference between legal and physical custody in Michigan?
Legal custody covers major decisions such as schooling and non-emergency medical care. Physical custody covers where the child lives. Either can be joint or sole. The guide explains both.
Is this legal advice?
No. It is legal information in plain language, cited to the law, so you understand your options and know what to ask. Reading it creates no attorney-client relationship.
Is it written for Michigan?
Yes. This guide is written for Michigan law and cites the Michigan statutes and rules it relies on. If your case is in another state, choose that state's edition.
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