Official form guide
Form 27 – Ex Parte Docket
Form 27 is an Ex Parte Docket issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It is used when one party in a legal matter needs to take action without the other side being present or actively involved at that moment.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 27 – Ex Parte Docket
Form 27 is an Ex Parte Docket issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. It is used when one party in a legal matter needs to take action without the other side being present or actively involved at that moment.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not submit Form 27 if both parties can attend the hearing; use it when one party is absent.
- 2Failing to clearly identify the case number or parties involved.
- 3Not specifying *why* the action must be ex parte (without the other side).
- 4Submitting it to the wrong local Irish court office.
- 5Missing a required signature line from your legal representative (if applicable).
Plain English
Think of this form as a notice slip for the Irish courts. You use it when you need something done in court, but the other person involved isn't there to sign off on it right then and there. It officially tells the court what you are asking them to do alone.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There are no blanket deadlines listed on the form itself. Submit it as soon as the need arises, but check your specific court's rules for urgent filing windows.
- 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 when you need to take legal action, but the other side isn't present yet.
- It serves as an official record that your application is being made without immediate opposition.
- Choose this if you are filing a motion or request before a hearing.
- This docket is used specifically for actions taken 'ex parte' (on one party's behalf).
- Do not use this if both parties are present and agreeing to the action.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Both Parties Present
Use when you need a record of an action taken alone.
✓ Check if your case requires joint agreement.
Action by Both Sides
Look for the general application form or specific motion docket.
✓ Confirm the exact nature of the request first.
Urgent Application
Use this if speed is critical and you cannot wait for the other side.
✓ Ensure your urgency justification is clear on the form.
Simple Notification
A less formal notice might suffice, but Form 27 provides a robust docket record.
✓ Check local court rules regarding simple filings.
Deadline or filing window
There are no blanket deadlines listed on the form itself. Submit it as soon as the need arises, but check your specific court's rules for urgent filing windows.
Before you submit
- 1Fill in all boxes completely; do not leave them blank unless instructed.
- 2Ensure your full name and address are clearly written or typed.
- 3Verify the case number (if known) is entered correctly.
- 4Sign and date the form where indicated by the Courts Service.
- 5Attach any required supporting documents (e.g., affidavits, evidence).
- 6Check that the court/location details match where you intend to file it.
- 7Ensure all dates are in a clear Irish format (DD/MM/YYYY).
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form 27 thoroughly using black or blue ink.
- 2Gather all necessary supporting documentation for your ex parte application.
- 3Take the completed form and documents to the relevant Courts Service office.
- 4Submit the docket to the Court Clerk, requesting an official stamp/receipt.
- 5If filing online via a portal, upload the PDF version of Form 27.
- 6Keep a copy of the signed and stamped original for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form does not guarantee the court will approve your request; it only registers the application.
- 2The specific requirements might vary slightly depending on which Irish court you are filing in (e.g., District, Circuit).
- 3It is a docket entry; it is not the final judgment or order itself.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: There may be supplementary forms required alongside Form 27.
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
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->Form 27 is the standard Ex Parte Docket document from the Courts Service of Ireland. It remains a key form for initiating actions where one party acts alone.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date printed at the top of the form for the latest revision.
- Verify if any specific section headings have been changed since your last filing.
- Confirm the official Courts Service logo and branding is current.
- Ensure the required fields for case details match the current court requirements (e.g., Circuit Court vs. District Court).
- Look for updated guidance notes attached to the form.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 21/07/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by the Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS).
- SRCDesignated as 'Form 27Ex Parte Docket'.
- SRCUsed when one party initiates legal action alone.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific procedural rules governing its use are detailed elsewhere.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Ex Parte' with 'Jointly Filed': Ex parte means *you* acted alone; jointly filed means both sides submitted something together.
Thinking Form 27 is the final decision: It is the *request* for action, not the outcome itself.
Not knowing which court to file in: Determine if your matter belongs at the District Court or Circuit Court first.
Mistaking it for a simple letter: While it serves as notification, its official docket status is much stronger than a standard letter.
Failing to attach supporting proof: Submitting Form 27 without evidence can lead to immediate rejection.
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