Savage Courts and legal help in Michigan
Savage Lex is not a law firm and this is general legal information, not legal advice. Court addresses, filing fees and hours change often — confirm anything below with the clerk of court before you rely on it.
Find your courthouse in Michigan
Michigan’s judicial branch publishes the official directory of trial courts. It is the authoritative source for which court hears your case and where to file:
Official Michigan court locator
Free and low-cost legal aid in Michigan
5 verified organizations serving Michigan. Most have income limits and case-type restrictions, so call before you go.
Legal Services of Eastern Michigan
Statewide
Legal Aid of Western Michigan
Statewide
Lakeshore Legal Aid
Statewide
Michigan Legal Services
Statewide
Legal Services of South Central Michigan
Statewide
If you’re representing yourself in Michigan
Court staff can tell you which forms to file and what the deadlines are — they cannot tell you what to say or predict an outcome. Ask the clerk for the self-help or pro se desk; many courts have one. Bring every document you have been served, and write down the case number before you call.