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Objection to Ex Parte Order (Domestic Relations)

Michigan · Michigan State Court Administrative Office · Effective April 1, 2026

This form is used to formally object to an order that was issued by the court without all parties being present. It asks the court to review specific parts of the order that the filing person disagrees with.

The court describes it as: Court rule / statute: MCL 722.27a(13), MCR 3.207(B)

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used in a domestic relations case when a person was served with an ex parte order and wishes to object to it. The form notes that the objection must be filed within 14 days of when the order was served.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who should file this form?
The form is for a party who was served with an ex parte order in a domestic relations case and wishes to object to it.
What does the form require regarding timing?
The form notes that an objection must be filed within 14 days of the date the person was served with the order.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect April 1, 2026.

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