Form 2T – Circuit Court Cohabitation Civil Bill

What this form is for

• • Use this form when you are initiating a civil case about cohabitation.
• • Your matter must be heard in the Circuit Court, not the District or High Court.
• • This specifically relates to issues arising from living together (cohabiting).
• • It is used to start the formal legal process for your claim.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

There is no fixed deadline for filing unless a specific event triggers the need (like separation or asset division). File it as soon as you need the court involved.

Before you submit

• • Ensure both parties' full names and addresses are present.
• • Verify the correct court location/jurisdiction is noted.
• • Check that the precise nature of the cohabitation dispute is clearly stated.
• • Confirm you have filled in all sections marked with an asterisk (*).
• • Attach any supporting documents (e.g., utility bills, tenancy agreements).

How to file this form

1. 1Complete Form 2T entirely using black ink.
2. 2Sign and date the form where indicated (usually by the claimant/applicant).
3. 3Gather copies of all necessary evidence/supporting documentation.
4. 4Take the original signed Form 2T to the relevant Circuit Court office.
5. 5Pay the required court filing fee at the counter.
6. 6Receive your stamped copy as proof of submission.

Known limitations

• • This form only starts the case; it is not the final judgment.
• • The specific amount claimed must be clearly stated on the form or in an attached schedule.
• • If you are represented by a solicitor, they will guide which exact annexes are needed.
• • It does not cover all cohabitation issues; some require specialist forms.