54.15  Lump Sum Order In Respect Of Birth And Funeral Expenses - Family Law (Maintenance Of Spouses And Children) Act, 1976 Section 21A(1)

What this form is for

• • Use this form specifically for birth and funeral expenses only
• • This form is for family law proceedings under the Maintenance of Spouses and Children Act
• • Do not use this form for routine maintenance payments
• • Use this form when you need a one-time lump sum payment, not regular installments
• • This form is appropriate for cases where immediate financial assistance is needed

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There is no specified deadline for submitting this form, but it should be filed as soon as possible after incurring the expenses to avoid delays in receiving financial assistance.

Before you submit

• • Complete all sections of the form fully
• • Calculate total expenses accurately
• • Attach all relevant receipts and documentation
• • Include your case number if you have one
• • Verify your personal details are correct
• • Check that the form is signed and dated
• • Confirm the correct filing fee is included if applicable

How to file this form

1. 1Obtain the correct form version from the Courts Service website or court office
2. 2Complete all sections with accurate information about expenses
3. 3Gather supporting documentation such as receipts and medical records
4. 4Submit the completed form to the appropriate family court office
5. 5Pay any required filing fees
6. 6Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records
7. 7Follow up with the court if you don't receive acknowledgment within the expected timeframe

Known limitations

• • This form only covers birth and funeral expenses specifically
• • The court may not approve the full amount requested
• • Processing times can vary depending on court caseload
• • Approval is not guaranteed and depends on the specific circumstances of each case