Filing for Divorce in Ottawa County, Michigan
20th Circuit Court · Grand Haven, Michigan
613
divorces in 2023
$175
filing fee (no children)
60
day waiting period
Courthouse Information
Ottawa County Courthouse
414 Washington Avenue, Room 320, Grand Haven, MI 49417
Phone: (616) 846-8315
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 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
- ✓Money orders
- ✓Bank drafts
- ✓Certified checks
- ✓Visa
- ✓MasterCard (3% processing fee)
Friend of the Court (FOC)
12240 Fillmore Street, West Olive, MI 49460
Phone: (616) 786-4100
Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:45 AM - 5:00 PM
Electronic Filing
Local Tips and Important Notes
- 1.Personal checks are NOT accepted. Bring cash, money order, certified check, or a Visa/MasterCard.
- 2.After the initial in-person filing, all subsequent filings must be e-filed through MiFILE.
- 3.The FOC is at the Family Justice Center in West Olive, a separate location from the Grand Haven courthouse.
- 4.A satellite FOC office is available at 414 Washington Ave, Suite 225, Grand Haven.
- 5.Courthouse kiosks are available for e-filing assistance.
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