Grand Traverse County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Grand Traverse County, Michigan.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$150
E-filing
Yes
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$150

At $150, the civil filing fee in Grand Traverse County is about the same as nearby counties (median $150 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Grand Traverse County Clerk (Clerk of the 13th Circuit Court)

Samuel Gedman

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Civil Complaint
$150
$150 (general civil filing fee; MCL 600.2529; Michigan Circuit Court Fee Schedule eff. Feb 2025)
Divorce / Family
$150
$150 base filing fee for domestic/divorce complaints (MCL 600.2529); divorce cases carry additional statutory fees

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Grand Traverse County?

    The civil filing fee in Grand Traverse County, Michigan is $150 (general civil filing fee; MCL 600.2529; Michigan Circuit Court Fee Schedule eff. Feb 2025)

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Grand Traverse County?

    $150 base filing fee for domestic/divorce complaints (MCL 600.2529); divorce cases carry additional statutory fees.

  • Can I e-file court documents in Grand Traverse County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through MiFILE.

  • Is there a free online case search for Grand Traverse County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at gtcountymi.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Grand Traverse County?

    Filings go to the Grand Traverse County Clerk (Clerk of the 13th Circuit Court). You can reach the clerk at (231) 922-4710.

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