Michigan HB5445 amends the family division of the circuit court, establishing specific judgeships, training requirements, and case assignments.

Michigan HB5445 modifies the family division of the circuit court by establishing specific judgeships, training requirements, and case assignments. Each judicial circuit must have a family division of circuit court with at least one permanent judgeship. Judges must complete 40 hours of family law training and 40 hours of children's law training before presiding over cases. Cases involving family law, child welfare, and domestic violence must be assigned to a judge and referee team. The supreme court reviews family court plans and ensures compliance with the law.

Michigan HB5445 amends the family division of the circuit court, establishing specific judgeships, training requirements, and case assignments.

Michigan HB5445 modifies the family division of the circuit court by establishing specific judgeships, training requirements, and case assignments. Each judicial circuit must have a family division of circuit court with at least one permanent judgeship. Judges must complete 40 hours of family law training and 40 hours of children's law training before presiding over cases. Cases involving family law, child welfare, and domestic violence must be assigned to a judge and referee team. The supreme court reviews family court plans and ensures compliance with the law.