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Form 54.27 Lump Sum Maintenance Order - Family Law (Maintenance Of Spouses And Children) Act, 1976 Section 5A(2) - Family Law Act, 1995 Section 42
This form is for a Lump Sum Maintenance Order under Irish Family Law. It relates to the maintenance obligations set out in the Maintenance Of Spouses And Children Act, 1976 (Section 5A(2)) and the Family Law Act, 1995 (Section 42). Use this when you need a court order for a single lump sum payment instead of ongoing maintenance payments.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 54.27 Lump Sum Maintenance Order - Family Law (Maintenance Of Spouses And Children) Act, 1976 Section 5A(2) - Family Law Act, 1995 Section 42
This form is for a Lump Sum Maintenance Order under Irish Family Law. It relates to the maintenance obligations set out in the Maintenance Of Spouses And Children Act, 1976 (Section 5A(2)) and the Family Law Act, 1995 (Section 42). Use this when you need a court order for a single lump sum payment instead of ongoing maintenance payments.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to specify whether the maintenance is for a spouse or children on the form.
- 2Not clearly stating if the order is for a Spouse or Children.
- 3Missing financial documentation supporting the lump sum amount.
- 4Incorrectly referencing the relevant Act sections (1976 vs 1995).
- 5Failing to provide current contact details for service.
Plain English
Simply put, this form asks the courts to order one big payment from one person to another. Instead of having monthly payments for years, you are asking for a final lump sum amount. This covers maintenance for spouses or children under Irish law.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no single fixed deadline listed in this source. However, filing sooner rather than later is recommended to avoid prolonged court delays.
- 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 court order for a single, fixed payment (lump sum).
- The payment relates to spousal or child maintenance obligations.
- It covers requirements under the Maintenance Of Spouses And Children Act, 1976 (Section 5A(2)).
- It also addresses provisions of the Family Law Act, 1995 (Section 42).
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Use this form or another form?
Ongoing Monthly Payments
If you need payments every month/week instead of one big payment
✓ Check form title for 'Periodic' vs 'Lump Sum'
Child Maintenance Only
If the order is only for children, check if there is a dedicated child maintenance form.
✓ Confirm jurisdiction before filling.
Not confirmed in official source (Check specific context)
Spousal Only
Use this when the order is strictly between partners and not involving children.
✓ Ensure you are not mixing obligations.
Deadline or filing window
There is no single fixed deadline listed in this source. However, filing sooner rather than later is recommended to avoid prolonged court delays.
Before you submit
- 1Have you clearly stated that you want a 'Lump Sum' order? (Not just ongoing)
- 2Is the amount of the lump sum clearly quantified in Euros (€)?
- 3Are all parties involved (spouses/children) correctly named?
- 4Have you included evidence supporting your requested figure (e.g., income statements)?
- 5Is the correct Court Service of Ireland jurisdiction selected?
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 54.27 thoroughly.
- 2Attach required supporting documentation as listed on the form.
- 3Sign and date the form where indicated by the Courts Service.
- 4Submit the completed package to the relevant District or Circuit Court office.
- 5Pay any prescribed filing fee at the time of submission.
Known limitations
- 1This form only requests a lump sum; it does not automatically cover ongoing maintenance unless specified elsewhere.
- 2The exact required evidence varies based on whether the claim is for spouse or child maintenance (Not confirmed in official source).
- 3If you are already involved in a case, ensure this form references that existing file number.
- 4It does not guarantee the court will grant your request.
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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 is currently active for use within the Courts Service of Ireland. It deals specifically with securing a one-time lump sum payment instead of regular maintenance payments.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date printed on the top of the form for the latest revision.
- Verify if any specific section headings have changed nomenclature.
- Confirm whether the required supporting documentation list has been updated.
- Look for changes in the prescribed court/jurisdiction boxes.
- Ensure the reference to Section 5A(2) and Section 42 is current.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 54.27
- SRCPrimary Legislation Reference: Maintenance Of Spouses And Children Act, 1976 Section 5A(2)
- SRCSecondary Legislation Reference: Family Law Act, 1995 Section 42
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Lump Sum' with 'Total Payable': A lump sum is one payment, but it might cover several years of maintenance.
Not knowing which section applies: If you are unsure if it’s 1976 (Spouse) or 1995 (Family Law), check the specific context first.
Assuming the court will agree with your amount without evidence attached.
Failing to specify *who* the lump sum is for (spouse vs. child).
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