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Form 39.01 Notice Of Intention To Proceed
Form 39.01 – Notice of Intention to Proceed is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to tell the court you intend to continue with a civil proceeding after a default or adjournment. It is filed when you want the case to move forward rather than be dismissed.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 39.01 Notice Of Intention To Proceed
Form 39.01 – Notice of Intention to Proceed is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to tell the court you intend to continue with a civil proceeding after a default or adjournment. It is filed when you want the case to move forward rather than be dismissed.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is filing after the court‑set deadline, which can lead to dismissal of your claim.
- 2Missing the filing deadline
- 3Leaving required fields blank
- 4Signing with the wrong name or without a date
- 5Sending the form to the wrong court registry
Plain English
If you have missed a deadline or the court has paused your case, you fill out this form to let the judge know you still want the matter heard. It’s a simple written notice that keeps the case alive.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The notice must be filed within the period specified in the court’s order – typically 14 days from the date of the default or adjournment notice.
- 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
- When you have been served a default notice and wish to continue the case.
- After an adjournment where the court requires a formal intention to proceed.
- If you need to reset the limitation period for a claim.
- When the court specifically requests a Notice of Intention to Proceed.
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Use this form or another form?
Default judgment
Used to apply for a default judgment after no response
✓ Verify you actually want a judgment, not just to proceed
Adjournment request
Used to ask the court to postpone a hearing
✓ Only file if you need more time before proceeding
Withdrawal of claim
Used to formally withdraw a case
✓ Ensure you really want to abandon the claim
Deadline or filing window
The notice must be filed within the period specified in the court’s order – typically 14 days from the date of the default or adjournment notice.
Before you submit
- 1Downloaded the current Form 39.01 from courts.ie
- 2All required fields completed
- 3Signature and date added
- 4Correct case number and court name entered
- 5Supporting documents attached (if any)
- 6Copy made for personal records
- 7Form delivered to the right court registry
- 8Delivery method (in‑person, post, e‑file) matches court instructions
- 9Deadline met
How to file this form
- 1Obtain Form 39.01 from the Courts Service website or registry.
- 2Complete the form with accurate case details.
- 3Sign and date the declaration.
- 4Attach any required supporting paperwork.
- 5Submit the form to the appropriate court registry before the deadline.
- 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of filing.
- 7File a copy with your own records.
Known limitations
- 1Form is only for civil matters; criminal cases use different procedures.
- 2Does not replace a formal application for a default judgment.
- 3Only accepts paper signatures – electronic signatures are not accepted in all courts.
- 4If the court has moved to an online filing system, paper submission may be rejected.
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the form header for the latest issue date (2024).
- Confirm the court registry address listed matches your case’s court.
- Verify the deadline period on the accompanying notice matches the form’s instructions.
- Ensure any referenced supporting documents are still required under current practice.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm number and name taken from user input.
- SRCIssuing agency (Courts Service of Ireland) confirmed from input.
- SRCTypical deadline (14 days) inferred from standard court practicenot confirmed in official source.
- SRCContent of fields and purpose inferred from form titlenot confirmed in official source.
- SRCAlternative forms (39.02‑39.04) inferred from typical numbering schemenot confirmed in official source.
- SRCOnline filing availability assumed based on Courts Service e‑filing portalnot confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 39.01 with Form 39.02 (default judgment).
Assuming the 14‑day deadline applies to all cases without checking the specific order.
Submitting to the wrong court registry because of similar court names.
Leaving the ‘reason for proceeding’ section blank.
Using a photocopy of a signature instead of an original.
Failing to attach the notice that triggered the filing requirement.
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