Michigan divorce document preparation

Michigan Uncontested Divorce Forms Online

Prepare your Michigan uncontested divorce documents online, with Michigan Circuit Court form references, Friend of the Court reminders, MiFILE notes, and a self-represented filing checklist.

Built for Michigan Circuit Court divorce filers who need residency timing, Friend of the Court reminders, and county filing guidance.

Launch pricing from $89.99Takes about 30 minutesNo account required to check eligibility

Residency

Plaintiff must have been a resident of the State of Michigan for at least 180 days and a resident of the county where filing for at least 10 days immediately before filing.

Waiting period

60 days (no children); 180 days (with minor children)

Court filing fee

Varies by county; confirm the current filing fee with the Circuit Court clerk

Filing court

Circuit Court

Michigan sample packet preview

Preview Michigan Divorce Documents

See a realistic sample of the Michigan divorce packet DivorceReady prepares from your answers, formatted like the documents customers download after purchase.

Michigan COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE.pdf
Sample Preview

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT

County

IN THE MATTER OF

JORDAN SAMPLE,

Plaintiff

and

TAYLOR SAMPLE,

Defendant

Case No.: ___________________

COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE

Ref: Complaint for Divorce (per Michigan court rules)

1. PARTIES:

Plaintiff, Jordan Sample, residing at 123 Main Street, Detroit, Michigan 48226, and Defendant, Taylor Sample, residing at 456 Oak Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48226, were lawfully married on 2016-06-14 in Detroit, Michigan. Plaintiff contact: 313-555-0100 · jordan.sample@example.com.

2. RESIDENCY / JURISDICTION:

Plaintiff must have been a resident of the State of Michigan for at least 180 days and a resident of the county where filing for at least 10 days immediately before filing.

3. GROUNDS FOR DISSOLUTION:

There has been a breakdown of the marriage relationship to the extent that the objects of matrimony have been destroyed and there remains no reasonable likelihood that the marriage can be preserved.

4. CHILDREN:

This sample shows a no-children path. If minor children are selected, DivorceReady adds the Michigan parenting, custody, visitation, and support documents available for the selected packet.

5. REQUEST:

Plaintiff respectfully requests that the Court grant the divorce, approve the parties' agreed property and debt division, and grant all other relief allowed by the court.

Plaintiff Signature

Jordan Sample

Date / Notary

Full Michigan packet unlocked after purchase
Same legal-page layout
Filled with your answers
Michigan-specific documents
Filing checklist included

Sample names are shown for preview only. Your documents are generated from your questionnaire answers and may vary based on county, children, property, support, and name-change selections.

Packet Includes

COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE

Complaint for Divorce (per Michigan court rules)

Summons (MC 01) / Consent to Entry of Default

Service, waiver, or notice pathway where available

JUDGMENT OF DIVORCE

Final order template for the court

Michigan Self-Represented Filing Checklist

Step-by-step filing reminders for the MiFILE (participating courts)

CONSENT JUDGMENT OF DIVORCE

Property, debts, and agreed terms

PARENTING TIME ORDER AND CHILD SUPPORT ORDER

Included when children are part of the case

Download, Edit, and Reprint Access

Post-purchase access to review, correct, and regenerate documents if needed

Michigan Filing Path

MiFILE (participating courts)

Michigan uses MiFILE in participating courts, but e-filing availability and local filing procedures can vary by county, court, and case type. Self-represented filers should confirm the accepted filing method with the Circuit Court clerk before filing.

Official filing resource

Michigan Circuit Court filing fees, local domestic-relations requirements, Friend of the Court procedures, and e-filing availability can vary by county. Confirm final filing instructions with the Circuit Court clerk in your county.

Simple guided flow

How DivorceReady works in Michigan

1

Check fit

Confirm your case is an uncontested Michigan divorce and choose whether children are involved.

2

Answer guided questions

Enter spouse, property, debt, support, and child-related details in plain language.

3

Review before payment

Review your answers first, then pay only when you are ready to generate documents.

4

Download and file

Download the prepared packet and use the MiFILE (participating courts) or local clerk instructions to file.

State-specific trust

Built for Michigan filing details

DivorceReady prepares a court-ready packet using the selected state profile for document names, residency language, waiting period reminders, filing-court guidance, and self-represented filing instructions. If a filing office returns a packet for a DivorceReady preparation issue, we will help correct the packet.

Court-ready packet

Uses official court form templates or required structure where available.

Correction support

If a filing office returns a packet for a DivorceReady preparation issue, we will help correct it.

Flat-fee pricing

Document preparation from $89.99; court filing fees are separate.

Michigan-specific

Copy, document labels, and filing steps reflect the selected state.

Not a law firm

DivorceReady prepares documents and does not provide legal advice.

DivorceReady prepares your documents. Filing is completed separately through your court, clerk, or approved e-filing portal where available. DivorceReady is not a law firm and does not file documents with the court on your behalf.

Quality framework

Reviewed content structure

Each state page includes legal-source citations, a last-reviewed date, editorial methodology links, and a clear attorney-review placeholder structure for future reviewer expansion.

Attorney-review ready

Structured source notes and review fields are in place if DivorceReady later adds licensed attorney reviewers.

Filing source last verified: 2026-08-31

Source-backed legal information

Michigan Authority & Review Notes

This page is maintained for self-represented uncontested divorce filers and is checked against official court, clerk, and e-filing resources where available.

Last reviewed

August 31, 2026

Next scheduled check: November 29, 2026

Reviewed by

DivorceReady Editorial Review Team

Editorial QC, source checks, and product-language review.

Attorney review

Prepared for future reviewer attribution

Attorney-review structure prepared; no attorney reviewer is currently assigned.

What DivorceReady Prepares

  • Michigan divorce petition, complaint, or dissolution starter documents based on the selected package.
  • Service, waiver, acceptance, or notice documents where those documents are part of the self-represented filing path.
  • Settlement, final decree, parenting, name restoration, and filing checklist materials when the user selects an eligible package.

What Users Must File/Pay Separately

  • File the signed document packet with the Michigan court, clerk, or approved e-filing portal after purchase and review.
  • Pay court filing fees, service fees, certified copies, and e-filing provider fees directly to the court, clerk, sheriff/constable, process server, or filing vendor.
  • Confirm local clerk instructions, signatures, notarization, service, hearing, and final-decree procedures before filing.

DivorceReady.online is a self-help document preparation service. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not represent customers in court, and are not affiliated with any court. Customers are responsible for reviewing, signing, filing, serving, and paying all court or provider fees required by their filing office.

Next questions

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Common questions

Michigan divorce FAQ

Can I file divorce without a lawyer in Michigan?

Many uncontested divorces can be filed by self-represented filers when both spouses agree on the major terms. DivorceReady prepares Michigan-specific documents and filing guidance; it is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice.

How much does an uncontested divorce cost in Michigan?

DivorceReady's document preparation fee starts at $89.99 during launch pricing. The court filing fee in Michigan varies by county — contact the clerk for current fees, and court, service, notarization, copy, and provider fees are paid separately.

What forms do I need for an uncontested divorce in Michigan?

Most uncontested cases need a starting petition or complaint, service or waiver documents, settlement terms, and a final decree or judgment. DivorceReady shows a sample packet preview and prepares the state-specific document package for your selected path.

How long does divorce take in Michigan?

Michigan has a mandatory waiting period of 60 days (no children); 180 days (with minor children). Final timing also depends on court review, local scheduling, service or waiver steps, and whether the paperwork is complete.

Can I file if my spouse agrees in Michigan?

Spouse agreement is usually what makes a divorce uncontested. If both spouses agree on property, debts, support, and child-related terms where applicable, DivorceReady can help you check fit before creating a paid case.

What court do I file for divorce in Michigan?

Divorce in Michigan is generally filed in the Circuit Court. You usually file in the county connected to your or your spouse's residence, subject to local court rules.

Ready when you are

Start your Michigan divorce packet

Begin with a state-specific questionnaire, review your answers before payment, and download documents when the packet is ready.

$89.99

Without children

About 30 min

Typical questionnaire time

What happens after payment

Your Michigan packet is ready to download, review, and file.

1

Download packet

Michigan documents open after checkout.

2

Follow checklist

Use the filing steps prepared with your packet.

3

Review locally

Confirm court fees and clerk rules before filing.

4

Edit and reprint

Correct details and download again when needed.

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Local filing guides

County and city pages for Michigan

Use these pages for local courthouse, filing fee, and clerk guidance where available.

After payment: download packet, checklist, edit and reprint.

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