Friend of the Court
Welcome to the Chippewa County Friend of the Court Web Page. We hope you find the information on this site helpful. We recognize that every case is unique, and the general information provided on this site may not answer all of your questions. When you have questions regarding your case, the Friend of the Court staff will be happy to assist. Please note, however, that our staff is strictly prohibited from giving legal advice, and for that reason you may wish to consult an attorney to assist you in your decision making.
Overview
The Friend of the Court is the collection, enforcement, and investigative arm of the Circuit Court for domestic relations cases. To obtain a domestic relations order, the issue must be brought before the Court through formal legal action. This is accomplished through private attorneys, by action of one of the parties, or sometimes through the prosecuting attorney. The Friend of the Court does not become involved until an action has been filed with the Court.
Services and Information
Understanding Child Support
The State of Michigan guide to how child support works, from establishing an order to payments and enforcement.
Learn More about Understanding Child Support →Child Support
Access State of Michigan child support services online through MiChildSupport, including the MiLogin account now required to sign in.
Learn More about Child Support →MiChildSupport: SMILE Program
Look up child support case and payment information online through the State of Michigan SMILE program.
Learn More about MiChildSupport: SMILE Program →Forms
Court forms for custody, parenting time, support, and other Friend of the Court matters.
Learn More about Forms →Support
How support orders work, including child support, spousal support, and health care expenses under a Uniform Support Order.
Learn More about Support →Custody
How legal and physical custody are decided under Michigan law and the Child Custody Act.
Learn More about Custody →Parenting Time
How the Court grants parenting time according to the best interests of the child.
Learn More about Parenting Time →Medical Support
Medical support in child support orders, including ordinary medical expenses and reimbursement of uninsured costs.
Learn More about Medical Support →Employers
Michigan State Disbursement Unit information for employers who withhold child support from employee income.
Learn More about Employers →Friend of the Court Handbook
The Michigan Friend of the Court Handbook, a guide to Friend of the Court services and procedures.
Learn More about Friend of the Court Handbook →FAQs
Answers to common questions about child support, custody, parenting time, and Friend of the Court cases.
Learn More about FAQs →IRS Recovery Rebate
Internal Revenue Service information on receiving the Recovery Rebate Credit.
Learn More about IRS Recovery Rebate →Contact Us
Address, phone, hours, and staff contacts for the Chippewa County Friend of the Court.
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