Friend of the Court
82 Ionia
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
General Information: (616) 632-6888
Fax: (616) 632-6871
U.S. Bank ReliaCard Visa debit card and Direct Deposit have replaced paper child support checks.
How The Friend of the Court Becomes Involved
The Friend of the Court is the collection, enforcement and investigative arm of the Circuit Court in the area of domestic relations. The action by the office is dictated by court order. Orders are issued by the court after the Judge has made a determination and the written document is signed, then filed with the county clerk. To obtain a domestic relations order from the Court, the issue has to be brought before the Court through formal legal action. This is accomplished through private attorneys, sometimes the prosecuting attorney or by action of one of the parties. The Friend of the Court does not become involved until action is filed with the court.
Child Support Collections, By Year
