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Form 45.02 Notice Of Acceptance Of Lodgment
This is Form 45.02, the Notice Of Acceptance Of Lodgment, issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. You use this form after documents have been officially filed with the courts.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 45.02 Notice Of Acceptance Of Lodgment
This is Form 45.02, the Notice Of Acceptance Of Lodgment, issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. You use this form after documents have been officially filed with the courts.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Don't forget to include the specific Court File Number on Form 45.02.
- 2Failing to reference the correct Case Number
- 3Incorrectly stating the document type lodged
- 4Missing the required signature/date fields
- 5Submitting the form before official acceptance
Plain English
Think of this as official confirmation from the Irish courts. It tells everyone involved that their paperwork has been successfully received and accepted by the court system. It proves your submission is officially on record.
Submission Date
- Filing date: This is generally filed immediately upon acceptance, but check if a specific deadline applies within your court calendar.
- 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 form after you have filed legal documents with an Irish court.
- It serves as official proof that the court has logged and accepted your paperwork.
- You use it when you need confirmation of lodging, not just filing.
- This notice is often required for subsequent legal actions or deadlines.
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Use this form or another form?
Lodging documents but need to challenge acceptance
Used if the court rejects or delays logging your papers.
✓ Check if you received a rejection notice.
Filing an original document for the first time
Use this if you are just submitting something new and don't need formal acceptance confirmation yet.
✓ Confirm the submission method (online vs physical).
Requesting an amendment to lodged documents
Used when changing details *after* the initial lodging is accepted.
✓ Ensure the original lodgment date is clearly referenced.
Not confirmed in official source
Not confirmed in official source
✓ Always check the specific court's guidance.
Deadline or filing window
This is generally filed immediately upon acceptance, but check if a specific deadline applies within your court calendar.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all sections relevant to your case are completed clearly.
- 2Double-check that the correct court name and jurisdiction are listed.
- 3Confirm the document title matches what you lodged.
- 4Make sure the date of lodgment is accurate.
- 5If submitting digitally, verify the file size meets any stated limits.
- 6Sign or electronically approve every required field.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all necessary fields on Form 45.02 accurately.
- 2Attach copies of the documents that were actually lodged to support this notice.
- 3Submit the form via the designated court portal, or hand it in at the relevant courthouse.
- 4If physical submission, ensure you get a stamped copy back immediately.
- 5If digital, wait for the system confirmation message before assuming success.
Known limitations
- 1This notice confirms acceptance of lodging; it does not guarantee the court will rule favourably on your case.
- 2The form may require specific local additions depending on which Irish court handles your matter (e.g., District vs Circuit).
- 3If you lodge documents outside standard operating hours, the date noted might be the next business day's acceptance date.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: Specific requirements for electronic filing signatures are not detailed here.
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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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- Check if the form number (45.02) matches your physical or online copy exactly.
- Verify the Courts Service of Ireland branding is current.
- Look for any changes to the required signature blocks or stamps.
- Confirm the date format used aligns with standard Irish practice (DD/MM/YYYY).
- Check if there are new fields added related to digital filing systems.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Name: Notice Of Acceptance Of Lodgment
- SRCForm Number: 45.02
- SRCPurpose: Confirms official court acceptance.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific required signatory roles.
Common confusion points
Mistaking 'Acceptance of Lodgment' (45.02) for a final Court Order.
Assuming lodging means the case is finished; it only means the paperwork is officially in the system.
Not knowing whether to use this form when filing with the CRO alongside the Courts Service.
Failing to check if your solicitor has already submitted a notice on your behalf.
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