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Form 54.15 Lump Sum Order In Respect Of Birth And Funeral Expenses - Family Law (Maintenance Of Spouses And Children) Act, 1976 Section 21A(1)
This form is for a Lump Sum Order regarding Birth and Funeral Expenses under the Family Law (Maintenance Of Spouses And Children) Act, 1976, specifically Section 21A(1). You use this when seeking a one-time payment from the court to cover costs related to either a birth or a funeral.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 54.15 Lump Sum Order In Respect Of Birth And Funeral Expenses - Family Law (Maintenance Of Spouses And Children) Act, 1976 Section 21A(1)
This form is for a Lump Sum Order regarding Birth and Funeral Expenses under the Family Law (Maintenance Of Spouses And Children) Act, 1976, specifically Section 21A(1). You use this when seeking a one-time payment from the court to cover costs related to either a birth or a funeral.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Ensure you specify whether the expense relates to a 'Birth' or a 'Funeral' on the form.
- 2Failing to reference Section 21A(1) correctly.
- 3Not providing adequate proof/receipts for the expenses claimed.
- 4Incorrectly identifying which party owes the lump sum.
- 5Submitting the form without a case number.
Plain English
Simply put, this form asks the Courts Service for a lump sum payment. This money is intended to help cover expenses like hospital bills after a birth or costs associated with a funeral. It formalises that request through the Irish court system.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no single fixed deadline listed in the title, but submission should happen as soon as possible after the relevant birth or funeral event occurs.
- 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
- You need a single, one-time payment from the court.
- The expense relates specifically to either a birth or a funeral.
- This order falls under the Family Law (Maintenance Of Spouses And Children) Act, 1976.
- Use this when seeking compensation for these specific events rather than ongoing maintenance payments.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Ongoing Child Support
Use if you need regular monthly payments instead of one lump sum.
✓ Check the main Courts Service portal for current support forms.
Form likely related to Maintenance/Support Orders
Funeral Expenses Only
If the expense is solely funeral costs and not connected to a birth.
✓ Confirm the form number matches your specific need.
Birth Expenses Only
If the payment is strictly for childbirth related costs, but no funeral follows immediately.
✓ Ensure you are applying under Section 21A(1).
Maintenance of Spouses
Use if the expense is tied to spousal upkeep rather than children/births.
✓ Not confirmed in official source
Deadline or filing window
There is no single fixed deadline listed in the title, but submission should happen as soon as possible after the relevant birth or funeral event occurs.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all personal details match your ID exactly.
- 2Attach clear proof of the birth certificate or funeral bill/invoice.
- 3Clearly state whether the expense is for Birth OR Funeral (or both).
- 4Confirm the exact amount you are requesting in the designated field.
- 5Sign and date the form where required by the Courts Service.
- 6Check that the application aligns with Section 21A(1) requirements.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 54.15 thoroughly.
- 2Gather supporting documentation (bills, certificates).
- 3Submit the completed form to the relevant District or Circuit Court office.
- 4If submitting online, upload scans/photos of both the form and evidence.
- 5Pay any required court filing fee at the time of submission.
- 6Keep a copy for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only requests a lump sum; it does not automatically set up ongoing maintenance payments.
- 2The amount requested must relate directly to costs incurred due to birth or funeral, not general living expenses.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: There may be specific limits on the maximum lump sum recoverable under this section.
- 4It is for one event/period; multiple separate events require multiple applications.
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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 remains the standard application for a Lump Sum Order covering birth or funeral costs under Section 21A(1). Check the Courts Service of Ireland website for any recent revisions.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check for updated section references within the Act, 1976.
- Verify the exact wording regarding Section 21A(1) applicability.
- Confirm any changes to required supporting documentation lists.
- Look for updates on digital submission requirements (e.g., PDF format).
- Not confirmed in official source
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 54.15
- SRCForm Name: Lump Sum Order In Respect Of Birth And Funeral Expenses...
- SRCGoverning Legislation: Family Law (Maintenance Of Spouses And Children) Act, 1976 Section 21A(1)
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with general maintenance applications.
Forgetting to specify *which* expense (Birth vs. Funeral) is being claimed.
Submitting bills that are not clearly linked to the birth or funeral event.
Not stating the exact date of the relevant event.
Assuming the court will grant the full amount requested without justification.
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