Michigan Filing Checklist Generator

Required Forms

• MC 01Summons
• FOC 39Verified Statement (no minor children) / FOC 23 if children
• FOC 10/52Uniform Child Support Order (if children)

Documents to Gather

• Government-issued photo ID for both parties
• Marriage certificate (copy)
• Children's full names + dates of birth (if applicable)
• List of marital assets and debts
• Most recent pay stubs or income statements

Filing Steps

1. 1.Confirm 180-day Michigan residency (10 days in filing county)
2. 2.Complete Complaint for Divorce + Summons
3. 3.File at the Circuit Court in the county where you live
4. 4.Serve the other party (personal service or acknowledgement)
5. 5.Wait the statutory waiting period (60 days, or 6 months with minor children)
6. 6.Attend a brief pro confesso hearing for the Judgment of Divorce

Court Fees (Estimated)

Court filing fee: ~$175 (varies by county). Fee waiver available if eligible.