A. Before Commencement of Proceedings

What this form is for

• • Use before starting any legal proceedings in Irish courts
• • Required for certain case types as a preliminary step
• • May be needed to establish jurisdiction or specific considerations
• • Check if your case type specifically requires this form
• • Not needed for all court matters - verify requirements for your situation

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There is no standard deadline as this form is submitted before proceedings commence, but requirements may vary depending on the specific case type and court rules.

Before you submit

• • Verify you have the correct version of the form
• • Complete all required sections fully and accurately
• • Include all necessary supporting documentation
• • Check that contact information is current
• • Confirm you've addressed preliminary requirements for your case type
• • Ensure form is signed where required
• • Make a copy for your records before submission
• • Check submission method requirements (online, in person, post)

How to file this form

1. 1Obtain the correct form from the Courts Service of Ireland website or court office
2. 2Read all instructions carefully before completing
3. 3Fill out all required sections with accurate information
4. 4Gather any necessary supporting documentation
5. 5Submit the form through the appropriate channel (online, in person, or by post)
6. 6Keep a copy of the submitted form and any acknowledgment received
7. 7Follow up if you don't receive confirmation within the expected timeframe

Known limitations

• • This form only covers preliminary considerations, not the full court process
• • May not be required for all case types - verify specific requirements
• • Completing this form does not guarantee proceedings will commence
• • Some sections may not apply to all situations - complete only relevant sections
• • Digital submission options may be limited for certain court locations