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Ex Parte Certificate of Conformity - Wayne County Circuit Court

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JUDGMENT OF DIVORCE

STATE OF MICHIGAN

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF GRAND TRAVERSE

Plaintiff,

V

Defendant.

File No.

JUDGMENT OF DIVORCE

This cause having been brought on to be heard upon the Complaint filed herein and on reading the Complaint, and hearing the Plaintiffs testimony taken in open Court, from which it satisfactorily appears to this Court that the allegations of the Complaint for Divorce are true and there has been a breakdown of the marriage relationship to the extent that the objects of matrimony have been destroyed and there remains no reasonable likelihood that the marriage can be preserved.

On Motion of , Plaintiff:

DIVORCE

It Is Hereby Ordered and Adjudged, and this Court by virtue of the authority therein vested, and pursuant to the statutes in such case made and provided, Does Order and Adjudge that the marriage between the parties shall be and the same is hereby dissolved and a divorce from the bonds of matrimony between the parties is also Ordered and Adjudged.

PROPERTY SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT

1. Business Interests:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that the Plaintiff, shall be awarded any right, title and interest he may have, free and clear of any claim of Defendant, any interest in the entity known as

Further, the Plaintiff shall take said business entity subject to any and all outstanding indebtedness including but not limited to, and shall indemnify and hold the Defendant harmless from any liability on said indebtedness in the event of his non-payment or default.

2. Real Property :

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that the Defendant, shall be awarded all right, title and interest, free and clear of any claim of Plaintiff, to the real property located at

Further, the Defendant shall take said property subject to any and all outstanding indebtedness including, without limitation, insurance, property taxes, assessments and the like and shall indemnify and hold the Plaintiff harmless from any liability on said indebtedness in the event of her non-payment or default.

3. Personal Property:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that the Plaintiff, shall be awarded free and clear of any claim of the Defendant any and all cash, investment, and bank accounts held in his name or in his possession, all personal property now in his possession, including any and all indebtedness thereon, and shall indemnify and hold the Defendant harmless from liability in the event of his non-payment or default.

Further, that the Plaintiff shall be awarded the following pieces of artwork:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that the Defendant, shall be awarded free and clear of any claim of the Plaintiff any and all cash, investment, and bank accounts held in her name or in her possession, all personal property now in her possession, including any and all indebtedness thereon, and shall indemnify and hold the Plaintiff harmless from liability in the event of her non-payment or default.

Further, that the Defendant shall be awarded the following personal assets:

4. Debts of the Parties:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that each party shall be solely responsible for their own debts from the date the Complaint for Divorce was filed,

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that Plaintiff, shall be solely responsible for the following credit card debt and hold Defendant harmless in the event of his non-payment or default:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that Defendant, shall be solely responsible for the following credit card debt and hold Plaintiff harmless in the event of her non-payment or default:

5. Vehicles:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that the Plaintiff, shall be awarded all right, title and interest, free and clear of any claim of the Defendant, the Vehicle Identification Number , Vehicle Identification Number plus any and all indebtedness associated with said vehicles and shall indemnify and hold the Defendant harmless from any liability in the event of his non-payment or default.

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that the Defendant, shall be awarded all right, title and interest, free and clear of any claim of the Plaintiff the Vehicle Identification Number and the Vehicle Identification Number plus any and all indebtedness associated with said vehicle and shall indemnify and hold the Plaintiff harmless from any liability in the event of her non-payment or default.

6. Spousal Support:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that neither the Plaintiff nor the Defendant shall be awarded spousal support and any claims thereto are forever barred.

7. Pension and/or Retirement Benefits:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that pursuant to each party shall hold as their sole and separate property, free and clear of any claim of the other party, any and all right, title and interest of any pension, annuity or retirement benefits; or any accumulated contributions in any pension, annuity or retirement benefits; or any right or contingent right in and to invested pension, annuity or retirement benefits, that either party has acquired as a result of their respective employment, except as provided in this Judgment.

Further, Plaintiff shall be awarded all interest in the following account: free and clear of any claim of the Defendant. Defendant shall be awarded all interest in the following accounts: free and clear of any claim of the Plaintiff.

8. Provision in Lieu of Dower:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that the provisions made herein on behalf of Defendant wife shall be in lieu of dower in the lands of her spouse or any other claim which she may have in the property which her husband now owns or may hereafter own, or in which he now has or may hereafter have any interest.

9. Insurance Provision:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that except as otherwise provided for in this Agreement that all rights of the parties in and to the proceeds of any policy or contract of life insurance, endowment, or annuity upon the life of the other in which either was named or designated as beneficiary, or to which either became entitled by assignment or change of beneficiary during the marriage or in anticipation thereof, are hereby cut off and at an end unless the insured shall reaffirm after the date of the Judgment of Divorce that the other party shall be a beneficiary of any policy or contract of life insurance, endowment, or annuity upon the life of the insured now in existence or the insured shall affirmatively designate the other party as beneficiary of any new policy or contract of life insurance, endowment, or annuity upon the life of the insured.

10. Attorney Fees:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that the parties that each shall be responsible for payment of his or her own attorney fees and costs incurred with proceeding with the instant action for divorce.

11. Modification, Waiver or Breach:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that no modification or waiver of any of the terms hereof shall be valid unless in writing and signed by both parties. No waiver of any breach hereof or default hereunder shall be deemed a waiver of any subsequent breach or default of the same or similar nature.

12. Release of Claims:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that except as otherwise herein expressly provided, the parties shall and do hereby mutually release and forever discharge each other from any and all actions, suits, debts, claims, demands and obligations whatsoever both in law and in equity which either of them ever had, now has or may hereafter have against the other, upon or by reason of any matter, cause or thing, up to the date of the entry of this Judgment of Divorce.

13. Estate Planning Provision:

It Is Further the agreement of the parties that they will arrange their estate planning to provide for the following:

Further, each party shall provide verification that the estate planning has been accomplished.

14. Recordation of Judgment:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that each party shall forthwith execute, acknowledge, and deliver to each other, as and when required, any and all deeds, assignments, insurance applications and/or other instruments of release, assurance transfer or conveyance required in order to effectuate the terms and provisions hereof; provided that in the event either of said parties shall fall, refuse or neglect to execute, acknowledge and deliver any instrument required in order to implement the terms and provisions of this Judgment of Divorce, then in that event, said Judgment shall be self-executing and shall stand in the place and stead of any of the instruments required hereunder; further, a certified copy of this Judgment of Divorce may be recorded in the offices of any Register of Deeds, Secretary of State, or other public office thereto to have the same force and effect as if such instrument has, in fact, been executed.

15. Enforcement:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that the parties shall perform their respective executory obligations, as herein specified, with the utmost good faith. In the event that a party hereto wrongfully falls to fulfill said obligations, thereby necessitating the institution of enforcement proceedings, the party in wrongful default of this Judgment shall pay the court costs and reasonable attorney fees incurred by the non-defaulting party in such enforcement proceedings.

16. Disclosure by Parties:

That each of the parties hereto represents that he or she has made a full and complete disclosure to the other party of all assets acquired during the course of the marriage and that this Judgment contains a complete itemization of the aforesaid assets and the distribution thereof

17. Effective date of Judgment:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that this Judgment of Divorce shall become effective immediately upon being signed and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Court.

18. Jurisdiction:

It Is Further Ordered and Adjudged, that this Court specifically reserves and retains jurisdiction over this cause and the parties for the purpose of assuring compliance with the executory provisions of this Judgement of Divorce and it reserves the right to make such other and further orders as shall be necessary to implement this Judgment including the use of the contempt powers of the Court. IT IS SO ORDERED.

Approved as to form and content:

Attorney for Defendant

HONORABLE

Circuit Court Judge

Dated:

Prepared By:

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What the Ex Parte Certificate of Conformity is and when it applies

An Ex Parte Certificate of Conformity filed in the Wayne County Circuit Court is a short, formal statement that a proposed ex parte order, proposed form of order, or accompanying documents conform to the court’s local rules and formatting requirements. It typically accompanies an ex parte motion or proposed order when a party asks the court for relief without full prior notice to all parties. The certificate identifies the document being filed, confirms compliance with filing and service obligations, and records the name and signature of the certifying attorney or party.

Why a properly prepared Certificate of Conformity matters

Filing this certificate reduces processing delays, signals compliance with Wayne County local rules, and gives the clerk and judge a concise compliance statement. Accurate certificates help avoid rejection, reduce the need for corrective filings, and support prompt judicial review.

Why a properly prepared Certificate of Conformity matters

Who completes and relies on the Certificate of Conformity

The certificate is completed by parties or attorneys preparing ex parte paperwork for immediate court action.

  • Private attorneys filing ex parte orders for temporary relief or scheduling urgent hearings.
  • Pro se litigants who must certify format and service when requesting ex parte consideration.
  • Court clerks and judges who rely on the certificate to confirm compliance and accept filing.

Step-by-step: preparing and filing the Certificate of Conformity

Follow these sequential steps to prepare a complete certificate for Wayne County Circuit Court ex parte filings.

  • 01
    Gather Documents: Collect motion, proposed order, exhibits, and service proof before drafting the certificate.
  • 02
    Complete Certificate: Populate case caption, case number, description of document, and conformity statement accurately.
  • 03
    Sign and Date: Have the attorney or filer sign and date the certificate in the required format.
  • 04
    File and Serve: Submit via the court e-filing system and serve required parties per local rule.

Configuring digital filing and verification workflow

Set up e-filing and authentication so the certificate is accepted and traceable by court staff.

Field Configuration
Court e-filing portal Wayne County e-filing | Use required login and upload PDF
Signer authentication Attorney bar number | Required on signature block
Accepted formats PDF/A preferred | Flattened, searchable PDF
Filing fee and payment Online payment | Use payer account or credit card

How the certificate fits into the ex parte filing process

This sequence shows the certificate’s role from preparation through court action.

  • Draft: Prepare motion, proposed order, and certificate together for consistency.
  • Certify: Complete the conformity statement and sign the certificate before filing.
  • File: Upload documents via the court’s e-filing portal and pay any fees.
  • Clerk Review: Clerk confirms formatting and acceptance; judge reviews for ex parte relief.

Technical requirements for digital submission and signatures

Confirm file format, signer identity method, and any local e-filing prerequisites before submission.

  • File Format: PDF, flattened
  • Signature Method: Typed or electronic per court rule
  • Integrations: Allows systems like Microsoft 365

Key timing rules and typical processing expectations

Timing varies by relief requested; plan filings and service to meet urgent hearing needs and clerk review windows.

Ex Parte Request Timing:

File as soon as practicable before the requested hearing; emergency matters may be same-day.

Clerk Review Window:

Clerk typically reviews filings same day or next business day, depending on workload.

Service Deadlines:

Serve other parties promptly as required by local rule or the judge’s order.

Hearing Scheduling:

Judge may schedule expedited hearing within days for emergency relief.

Document Retention:

Retain signed originals and electronic copies per court record retention policies.

Penalties and risks from incorrect or incomplete certificates

Rejection: Filing rejected or returned
Delay: Hearing postponed
Sanctions: Court sanctions possible
Contempt: Contempt risk for false certification
Fee Forfeiture: Filing fees may be lost
Evidentiary Issues: Admissibility or enforcement complications

Common mistakes to avoid when preparing the certificate

  • Using the wrong case number or caption that misdirects the filing and delays processing.
  • Failing to sign or date the certificate in the required manner, creating a basis for rejection.
  • Omitting a clear link to the proposed order or failing to attach the proposed order itself.
  • Neglecting required service on other parties before filing, resulting in procedural objections.

Essential parts of a professional Ex Parte Certificate of Conformity

A complete certificate is concise but must include every element the court expects to connect the filing to the case and show compliance.

Caption

Complete case caption with court name and case number so clerks can index and tie the certificate to docket entries.

Document Identification

Clear description of the attached document (e.g., 'Proposed Order for Temporary Restraining Order') to avoid ambiguity.

Conformity Statement

An explicit sentence confirming that the proposed order complies with local formatting and page limit rules.

Signature Block

Attorney or party name, bar number if applicable, firm contact details, and signature consistent with court requirements.

Certificate of Service

A statement describing how and when other parties were served or why service was excused.

Attachments List

A short list of accompanying exhibits or proposed orders referenced by the certificate to ensure completeness.

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Frequently asked questions about Ex Parte Certificates of Conformity

Answers focus on practical points: e-signing, notarization, service, and avoiding common procedural pitfalls.


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