The Honorable Michael R. Smith has been presiding over the First Judicial Circuit Court, Hillsdale County, Michigan since January 1, 1997.
Educational Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Bachelor of Arts/Science
- Juris Doctor Degree
- State Bar Examination
- Five Years of Active Legal Practice
- Appointment or Election to the Bench
Circuit Court Statistics
2008-2018 Statistics (pdf format)
