MiFile for civil cases only
MiFile is the State of Michigan's e-filing system. It is the process of filing court papers using a computer instead of handing them to court clerk in person. Please use the links below to learn more about MiFile and access the system to setup an account.
To file a civil lawsuit at the 42-2 District Court - New Baltimore:
- The cause of action must have occurred in or the defendant must live within Chesterfield Township, Lenox Township, New Baltimore, New Haven.
- The claim may not exceed $25,000.
- A summons and complaint must be filed with the court.
- Proof of claim is required at time of filing.
- The plaintiff is required to serve the summons and complaint upon the defendant.
- Corporations must be represented by an attorney.
Ability To Collect
Collectability should be a prime consideration prior to starting a lawsuit. There are often situations where a judgment is not particularly difficult to obtain but the collection is difficult, if not impossible. Situations such as welfare, unemployment, social security and disability are not subject to garnishments.
Garnishments
If the court decides in your favor, it does not automatically mean that the defendant will pay the judgment and costs. You may have to take additional legal steps (i.e. garnishment, execution) to obtain your money. The court does not collect the money for you.
If the court decides in your favor, it does not automatically mean that the defendant will pay the judgment and costs. You may have to take additional legal steps (i.e. garnishment, execution) to obtain your money. The court does not collect the money for you.
| Filing Fees: | |
|---|---|
Up to $600 | $35 |
$601 up to $1,750 | $55 |
$1,751 up to $10,000 | $75 |
$10,001 up to $25,000 | $160 |
Other than money | $75 |
Jury demand | $50 |
Jim V. Process Serving
- Scan QR code or go to Gouranger.com
- Click "Order Services" and/or create an account.
- Fill out order form, enter Defendant's address and upload case files from the Court.
- Enter payment information.
- Wait. The papers will be emailed to Court Officer Jim V. When service is complete or all attempts have been made the Return paperwork will be sent to the email entered on Gouranger.
Please note the clerks can not give any legal advice.
42-2 District Court Civil email 42-2districtcourtcivil@macombgov.org
42-2 District Court Civil phone 586-725-9500, option 4.