"A complaint for divorce may be filed in the circuit court upon the allegation that there has been a breakdown of the marriage relationship. To serve the motion, fill out the "Certificate of Mailing" section at the bottom of the form and make two copies.Divorce arbitration is an alternative dispute resolution that can be a helpful and cost-effective tool in a Michigan divorce. Divorce arbitration is a binding dispute resolution tool that gives couples and families flexibility and finality to choose their decision-maker. In arbitration, you and your spouse agree that you'll hire a private judge, called an arbitrator, to resolve the disputes in your divorce. In a Michigan divorce, the parties can agree to arbitration instead of trial. Under the Revised Uniform Arbitration Act, parties can agree to engage in arbitration at any time during the litigation process. Summary Jury. Trial. Arbitration agreement, where you and your spouse agree to have an arbitrator hear and decide the terms of your divorce. 600.5071 Stipulation to binding arbitration; agreement. Sec. 5071.