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Family courts—also known as domestic relations courts—are usually trial courts with the authority to hear only matters relating to family or domestic matters—such as divorce, child custody, and child support—and modification of related orders—as well as dating and domestic violence matters. Courts dedicated to family or domestic relations matters are usually located in populous counties and are said to have exclusive jurisdiction of domestic relations matters within the county.

In Michigan, family courts, often referred to as domestic relations courts, are specialized divisions within the circuit courts that handle cases related to family matters. These courts have exclusive jurisdiction over a variety of domestic issues including divorce, child custody, child support, and the modification of existing orders pertaining to these matters. Additionally, they address issues of domestic and dating violence. Family courts in Michigan are designed to provide a focused and sensitive environment for the resolution of family-related legal issues. They are typically found in more populous counties where the volume of domestic relations cases justifies the need for a dedicated court system. The goal of these courts is to ensure that matters involving family law are handled by judges and staff with specialized expertise in this area of law.

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