Civil Matters
Questions? Contact our Civil Division at (517) 540-7648 or civildept@livgov.com
Effective June 5, 2025, the 53rd District Court became a MiFILE court, providing an improved filing experience for our community. Learn more about MiFILE.
Virtual Courtroom Links
Court Approved Process Servers
Court Approved Process Servers are provided by the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office – Civil Divisions. For more information on serving court documents, please visit the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office at (517) 540-7936.
ATTENTION E-FILERS: Please email your documents for service to papers@courtofficer.com
Legal Self Help Resources
Several resources are available for Livingston County residents who need help navigating legal matters.
Browse our list of free and low-cost legal resources.
Browse resources for self-represented litigants.
MI-Resolve: Resolve Disputes Online
Parties can resolve Small Claims, General Civil, or Landlord/Tenant disputes online with or without a mediator. Mediation is a process in which a neutral mediator helps parties identify a mutually acceptable solution. If the parties do not reach an agreement, your right to pursue the matter in court and to have your case heard by a Magistrate or Judge is not affected. The process is free, confidential, and available online 24/7.