Family Law Glossary

Glossary of Family Law Terms

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Marital Property: Marital property is defined as all assets acquired during the marriage and prior to the date of separation. All marital property is subject to fair distribution between the marital partners. 

Minor: Someone under the age of majority. In MI, a minor is defined as anyone who has not reached the age of 18.

Motion: An application to the court requesting an order or rule in favor of the applicant.