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Form 37.27 Direction For The Convening Of A Family Conference - Children Act, 2001, Section 78(1)
This form is a formal 'Direction' used when setting up a Family Conference under the Children Act, 2001, specifically referencing Section 78(1). You use it to officially request or direct that such a conference take place.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 37.27 Direction For The Convening Of A Family Conference - Children Act, 2001, Section 78(1)
This form is a formal 'Direction' used when setting up a Family Conference under the Children Act, 2001, specifically referencing Section 78(1). You use it to officially request or direct that such a conference take place.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Double-check that you have explicitly cited Section 78(1) in the main body of the form.
- 2Omitting details about the specific child or children involved.
- 3Failing to sign or date the document correctly.
- 4Incorrectly referencing the Children Act, 2001 section number.
- 5Submitting it to the wrong local court office.
Plain English
Think of this as the official request slip for an important meeting about children. It tells the court that a Family Conference needs to happen because of something covered in Section 78(1) of the Children Act, 2001. This sets the formal process in motion.
Submission Date
- Filing date: While no universal deadline is listed, aim to submit this direction as soon as possible after the circumstances requiring the conference become clear.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this when you need a court direction to set up a Family Conference.
- It applies directly under the provisions of Section 78(1) of the Children Act, 2001.
- Do not use this if you are just informing parties; use it to officially direct the meeting.
- This is used in cases where a specific conference needs to be convened by court order.
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Use this form or another form?
Requesting Conference (General)
This form confirms the direction under S. 78(1).
✓ Check if your case specifically requires Section 78(1).
Notifying Parties of Conference
While related, this form *directs* the meeting itself.
✓ Ensure you have the court order/direction attached to the notification.
Might use a separate notice template
Applying for Interim Order on Conference
If the conference needs to happen urgently before final direction, check other forms.
✓ Verify if interim measures are needed alongside the main direction.
Deadline or filing window
While no universal deadline is listed, aim to submit this direction as soon as possible after the circumstances requiring the conference become clear.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all necessary parties are named correctly.
- 2Attach evidence justifying the need for a Family Conference.
- 3Confirm the desired date/timeline for the conference is clear.
- 4Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 5Check that you have completed every section relevant to your case type.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 37.27 thoroughly.
- 2Gather supporting documents (e.g., evidence of conflict, child's needs).
- 3Submit the fully completed form to the relevant County/Circuit Court office.
- 4If submitting online, ensure you attach scanned copies of all required paperwork.
- 5Keep a copy for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only *directs* the conference; it does not decide outcomes.
- 2The specific jurisdiction (which court) this applies to is not confirmed in official source.
- 3It must be accompanied by supporting evidence justifying the need for Section 78(1).
- 4Not confirmed in official source: Whether a separate application/notice is needed alongside this direction.
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Proceedings
3 items
The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.
The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.
The court and the office where the document is being filed.
Substance
2 items
What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.
The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.
Execution
1 items
Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This form is the formal mechanism for directing a Family Conference under Irish law. It relates specifically to Section 78(1) of the Children Act, 2001.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date stamp at the top of the form.
- Confirm the specific reference to 'Section 78(1)'.
- Verify any changes to required supporting documentation listed on the form itself.
- Look for updates regarding digital submission requirements via the Courts Service website.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 20/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 37.27
- SRCLegal Basis: Children Act, 2001
- SRCSpecific Provision: Section 78(1)
Common confusion points
Confusing 'requesting' the conference versus 'directing' it (this form is the latter).
Not knowing which specific section of the Children Act applies to your situation.
Failing to list all relevant family members/parties on the form.
Assuming this single direction covers every aspect of the case.
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