LANSING — Michigan couples may want to think twice before turning to artificial intelligence for divorce advice.
A new survey found more than half of Michigan respondents would consider using AI to help guide them through the divorce process, likely because it offers quick answers and may seem like a cheaper option.
But legal professionals caution that divorce law is highly specific and can vary by state and sometimes even by county. That means advice or documents generated by AI may not match Michigan court requirements.
Experts say that can create problems with paperwork, financial disclosures, property division, and child custody matters. They warn that even small mistakes in legal filings can lead to delays, added costs, or rejected documents.
They also note that while AI can help people learn basic information or organize documents, it cannot verify facts, assess family dynamics, or apply legal judgment to a specific case.
The takeaway is that technology may be useful as a support tool, but not as a substitute for legal guidance when major financial and family decisions are involved.