Filing for Divorce in Livingston County, Michigan
44th Circuit Court · Howell, Michigan
405
divorces in 2023
$175
filing fee (no children)
60
day waiting period
Courthouse Information
Livingston County Judicial Center
204 S. Highlander Way, Suite 4, Howell, MI 48843
Phone: (517) 546-9816
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Filing Fees
| Divorce without minor children | $175 |
| Divorce with minor children | $255 |
Fee waivers are available for those who qualify. File SCAO form MC 20 with your complaint.
Accepted Payment Methods
- ✓Cash
- ✓Personal checks
- ✓Money orders
- ✓Visa
- ✓MasterCard
Friend of the Court (FOC)
Electronic Filing
E-filing not available for divorce cases
Drop box, email, fax, or mail available as alternatives
Divorce filings must be submitted in person, by mail, or by drop box.
Local Tips and Important Notes
- 1.MiFILE is NOT available, but alternative filing methods include drop box (outside front door), email (20-page limit), fax, and mail.
- 2.A Circuit Court Praecipe (local form) is required for all new cases.
- 3.You must select your own case code when opening a new case. The clerk will not assign one.
- 4.The FOC is in a separate but nearby building at 210 S. Highlander Way.
- 5.Each judge has their own local forms for domestic pretrial statements. Check the court website for your assigned judge's forms.
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