Friend of the Court

Friend of the Court Recommendations. What are they?

The Friend of the Court consists of persons trained in helping circuit court judges manage divorce and custody cases. For example, if someone requests a change in child custody or parenting time, the circuit court Judge will often refer the matter for a Friend of the Court Recommendation. A Friend of the Court Recommendation are[…]

Friend of the Court

What is a De Novo hearing

After the Friend of the Court makes a recommendation, either party may request a de novo hearing or a hearing “from the beginning” with the trial court judge. This right is codified in Michigan Compiled Laws section 552.507(4).

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