Introduction to Divorce without Children | Michigan Legal Help
Topic Menu What Is Required to Get Divorced in Michigan?You or Your Spouse Must Be a ResidentEither you or your spouse must have lived in Michigan for at least the last 180 days before filing. You must file your divorce in circuit court in the county where either you or your spouse has lived for at least ten days before filing. Most people file in the county where they live, but you do not have to.
You can file where your spouse lives.You do not have to be separated or living apart from your spouse to file for divorce.To get a divorce in Michigan, only one spouse has to live in Michigan. However, if one of you has never lived in Michigan, the court may only have limited jurisdiction in your case. Limited jurisdiction means the court can divorce you, but might not be able to do other things, such as make decisions about division of property.If you think Michigan has limited jurisdiction in your case, consider talking to a lawyer.
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