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Michigan Form MC 02: Appearance
What this form does, who files it, what it costs, and how to avoid the errors that get Michigan filings rejected.
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Quick Answer
What is Michigan form MC 02?
Form MC 02 formally notifies the court and the other parties that a person or their attorney is appearing in a case, and gives the official address where papers should be sent.
Who files it
Any party, or their attorney, entering a case — often used by someone responding to a petition who wants to be on the service list.
Where it goes
The clerk of the court where the case is pending.
Filing fee
No separate fee to file an appearance.
What you need before you start
- The case number and the names of the parties
- The name and address of the person appearing
- Attorney information, if represented
How to complete and file form MC 02
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Complete MC 02 with the case caption and your contact information.
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File it with the clerk of the court handling the case.
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Serve a copy on the other parties or their attorneys.
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Update it if your address changes during the case.
Mistakes that get MC 02 rejected
- Forgetting to file an appearance, so you stop receiving notices about hearings
- Listing an outdated address and missing a hearing notice as a result
- Confusing an appearance with answering the petition — an appearance alone does not respond to the allegations