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Form 47B.01 Notice Of Discontinuance
This form, the Notice Of Discontinuance (Form 47B.01), officially informs the Courts Service of Ireland that a legal action or case is no longer proceeding as planned. It signals that one party wishes to drop or withdraw their claim from the court record.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 47B.01 Notice Of Discontinuance
This form, the Notice Of Discontinuance (Form 47B.01), officially informs the Courts Service of Ireland that a legal action or case is no longer proceeding as planned. It signals that one party wishes to drop or withdraw their claim from the court record.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to reference the exact Case Number or File Reference number in the top section.
- 2Failing to include the correct Case Number.
- 3Not having all necessary party details (e.g., CRO number for companies).
- 4Submitting without a signature or date.
- 5Discontinuing before proper service of the notice to all parties.
Plain English
Think of this form as telling the Irish courts, 'We are taking our case off the table.' You use it when you decide you don't want to pursue a legal matter anymore, but the case is already officially before the judge. It stops the proceedings from moving forward under your direction.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no universal deadline, but submission should happen immediately after the decision to withdraw is made. Filing late might mean the court continues processing the case unnecessarily.
- 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 when one party decides to drop their case before a final judgment is reached.
- It signals that the existing court proceedings will not continue as planned.
- This form is for formally informing the Courts Service of this withdrawal.
- Do not use this if you are simply delaying the case; use it when you are actively stopping or withdrawing.
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Use this form or another form?
Settlement Reached
If you agreed on a deal outside of court, but need to formally end proceedings.
✓ Check if your agreement requires this specific form.
Appeal Filed
If you are not dropping the case, but asking a higher court to review it.
✓ Ensure you specify 'Discontinuance' vs 'Appeal'.
Form for Appeal (Specific Number Unknown)
Case Withdrawn by Defendant
Use this if the party defending the action is pulling out their defence.
✓ Confirm who is initiating the withdrawal.
Judgment Entered
If the judge has already made a final decision, but you need to formally record it as closed.
✓ Not confirmed in official source.
Judgment Form (Specific Number Unknown)
Deadline or filing window
There is no universal deadline, but submission should happen immediately after the decision to withdraw is made. Filing late might mean the court continues processing the case unnecessarily.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all sections of Form 47B.01 are fully completed.
- 2Clearly state which case/matter the discontinuance applies to.
- 3Confirm the name and details of the party initiating the withdrawal.
- 4Attach copies of any supporting documents (e.g., settlement agreement).
- 5Sign and date the form where required.
- 6Verify the correct court office address for submission.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form 47B.01 thoroughly using black ink.
- 2Attach all necessary supporting paperwork to the form.
- 3Submit the completed package to the relevant Court Office in Ireland.
- 4Obtain a stamped or acknowledged copy of the filed form for your records.
- 5If submitting electronically, ensure it is uploaded via the correct Courts Service portal.
Known limitations
- 1This form only signals intent; final closure depends on court acceptance and order.
- 2It does not guarantee that all associated legal obligations cease immediately.
- 3The specific court where you file dictates local procedural rules (not confirmed in official source).
- 4If the case is before a specific tribunal, this may need to be adapted or supplemented.
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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 is the official Notice Of Discontinuance (Form 47B.01) from the Courts Service of Ireland. It confirms a legal action is stopping or being withdrawn.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check if the form number is precisely 47B.01.
- Verify that the issuing agency listed is the Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS).
- Confirm there are no recent amendments noted on the form itself regarding required enclosures.
- Review if any specific court rules dictate a different notice should be used instead.
- Check for changes in required signature blocks or declaration wording.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm Name: Notice Of Discontinuance
- SRCForm Number: 47B.01
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCPurpose: To formally inform the court that a legal action is stopping.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific required enclosures list.
Common confusion points
Mistaking 'Discontinuance' (stopping) for 'Withdrawal' (pulling out completely).
Not clearly identifying which specific case number the 47B.01 relates to.
Filing the form but forgetting to attach supporting evidence of agreement or intent.
Submitting it to the wrong regional court office within Ireland.
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