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)