Grand Traverse County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$150
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through MiFILE
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$150
Divorce / family$150

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $150, the civil filing fee in Grand Traverse County is about the same as nearby counties (median $150 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Grand Traverse County Clerk (Clerk of the 13th Circuit Court)
Samuel Gedman
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Courthouses in Grand Traverse County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile

13th Circuit Court - Grand Traverse (Grand Traverse County Courthouse)

Address
328 Washington St., Traverse City, 49684
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

86th District Court - Grand Traverse (Robert P. Griffin Hall of Justice)

Address
280 Washington St., Traverse City, 49684
Probate

Grand Traverse County Probate Court (Robert P. Griffin Hall of Justice)

Address
280 Washington St., Traverse City, 49684

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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.

13th Circuit Court - Grand Traverse, MI: (231) 922-4710, Hours & $150 Filing Fee | 1Court