Are you finding MCR 3.215(G) confusing? Well then, this white paper is for you! It contains everything you need to know, from a breakdown of the court rule itself to sample order language.

It happens a lot, trial courts refusing to hold a de novo hearing after a parent files an objection to a referee recommendation. And the COA reversing the trial court’s decision. This white paper explores why trial courts keep getting it wrong.

Have you noticed how the trial courts and COA are all over the board as to what is - and what is not - a sufficient objection to a referee recommendation? Well, we have, too and we made this white paper to help!