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C. Costs incurred during course of Trial/Settlement and up to Determination of Proceedings

This form is used to document and claim costs incurred during the trial or settlement process up until the determination of proceedings in Irish courts. It should be used when parties need to formally present their cost claims to the court for assessment or taxation.

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C. Costs incurred during course of Trial/Settlement and up to Determination of Proceedings

This form is used to document and claim costs incurred during the trial or settlement process up until the determination of proceedings in Irish courts. It should be used when parties need to formally present their cost claims to the court for assessment or taxation.

The form captures details of costs incurred during the trial or settlement process, including legal fees, expert witness fees, and other related expenses up until the determination of proceedings.

Risk Radar

  • Always double-check that all costs fall within the period from trial commencement to determination.
  • Incomplete cost documentation leading to disallowed claims
  • Missing deadlines for submission
  • Incorrect calculation of total costs
  • Failure to distinguish between taxable and non-taxable costs

Plain English

This form helps you list all the expenses you've had while your case was going through the Irish court system. It covers costs from when the trial started until the final decision was made. You'll need to provide details of these costs if you want the court to consider them when determining who should pay legal expenses.

Submission Date

  • This form must be submitted within 28 days of the conclusion of the trial or settlement, unless the court grants an extension. Missing this deadline may result in your cost claim being rejected.
  • 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 claiming costs after a trial has concluded but before final determination
  • Use this form when you need the court to assess and tax your costs
  • Use this form when formal cost assessment is required in your case
  • Use this form when you are a party who incurred costs during litigation
  • Don't use this form for pre-trial costs (use a different form for those)
  • Don't use this form for costs incurred after the determination of proceedings

Use this form or another form?

SituationLikely formWhy it mattersCheck before you continue
Pre-trial costsA. Pre-Trial CostsDifferent time period appliesCheck when costs were incurred
Post-determination costsD. Post-Determination CostsCovers costs after final decisionVerify the stage of your proceedings
Family law costsFamily Law Costs FormSpecific to family law proceedingsConfirm the nature of your case
Small claims costsSmall Claims Costs FormFor simplified procedure casesCheck if your case qualifies for small claims
Criminal proceedingsCriminal Costs AffidavitFor criminal matters onlyVerify the type of proceedings

Deadline or filing window

This form must be submitted within 28 days of the conclusion of the trial or settlement, unless the court grants an extension. Missing this deadline may result in your cost claim being rejected.

Before you submit

  • All sections completed with no blank spaces
  • Total cost amount matches sum of individual items
  • Supporting documents attached for all major costs
  • Form signed by authorized person
  • Correct court office identified
  • Appropriate court fee included if required
  • Copy retained for personal records
  • Deadline verified and met

How to file this form

  1. 1Gather all cost documentation and receipts
  2. 2Complete each section of the form with accurate details
  3. 3Calculate and verify the total amount claimed
  4. 4Attach all supporting documents
  5. 5Submit to the appropriate court office
  6. 6Pay any required fees
  7. 7Obtain proof of submission

Known limitations

  • Only covers costs incurred during specific time period
  • May not include all types of costs without prior court approval
  • Requires proper documentation for all claimed expenses
  • Subject to court assessment and potential reduction
  • Different rules may apply for different types of proceedings

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Current Form Status

The current version of this form is valid for all proceedings initiated after January 2023. Check with the Courts Service for any recent updates before submission.

Agency: Courts Service of Ireland

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Updated format for listing expert witness fees
  • New requirement for digital signatures where applicable
  • Clarified instructions on what constitutes allowable costs
  • Added section for COVID-19 related cost claims
  • Updated fee schedule for court assessment

Quick Facts

This form should be completed by parties involved in legal proceedings who have incurred costs and need to present them to the court for assessment or taxation.
The form captures details of costs incurred during the trial or settlement process, including legal fees, expert witness fees, and other related expenses up until the determination of proceedings.
This form should be submitted after the trial has concluded but before the final determination of costs by the court, typically as part of the taxation of costs process.
The form should be submitted to the relevant court office handling your case, either in person at the courthouse or by mail to the designated address provided by the court.
Submitting this form accurately and completely ensures that all your legitimate costs are considered by the court. Errors or delays could result in your costs being partially or fully disallowed.
Gather all relevant cost documentation and receipts before starting. Complete each section of the form with precise details of costs incurred. Attach supporting documents as required and submit to the court office with the appropriate fee if applicable.

Form Details

Agency
Courts Service of Ireland
Revision Date
05/02/26

C. Costs incurred during course of Trial/Settlement and up to Determination of Proceedings

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After you file

  • Keep track of your submission date and reference number
  • Respond promptly to any requests for additional information
  • Attend any scheduled taxation hearing if required
  • Monitor court communications regarding your cost claim
  • Keep all documentation organized until the matter is finalized
  • Follow up if you haven't received acknowledgment within 14 days

Source and verification log

  • Form issued by Courts Service of Ireland
  • Form number: C
  • Covers costs during trial/settlement period
  • Used for cost assessment/taxation process
  • Not confirmed in official source: Specific submission deadline
  • Not confirmed in official source: Required supporting documents
  • Not confirmed in official source: Applicable court fees
  • Not confirmed in official source: Current version date

Common confusion points

8 things to watch for

  • 1

    Confusion about what period of costs is covered by this specific form

  • 2

    Uncertainty about which costs are taxable versus non-taxable

  • 3

    Misunderstanding about required documentation

  • 4

    Confusion about whether legal fees should be included

  • 5

    Uncertainty about how to calculate hourly rates

  • 6

    Confusion about whether to include disbursements

  • 7

    Uncertainty about the difference between costs and damages

  • 8

    Confusion about whether this applies to both successful and unsuccessful parties

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