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Form 37A – Affidavit of means - Family Law Acts
Form 37A is an Affidavit of means used under the Family Law Acts in Ireland. It officially declares a person's financial standing for legal proceedings.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 37A – Affidavit of means - Family Law Acts
Form 37A is an Affidavit of means used under the Family Law Acts in Ireland. It officially declares a person's financial standing for legal proceedings.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Don't forget to have the form officially sworn/witnessed!
- 2Forgetting to include all assets (e.g., secondary property).
- 3Failing to sign before a proper witness.
- 4Stating income that differs from payslips/tax records.
- 5Not updating means if finances have recently changed.
Plain English
This document confirms how much money you have or earn. You use it when the Courts Service needs proof of your finances during family law cases, like divorce or maintenance.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The deadline is usually set by the Court itself. Always check the court calendar date associated with your file.
- 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 to declare your current income and assets in a family law case.
- Use this when the Court requires proof of your financial capacity.
- It supports applications related to maintenance or property division.
- This form specifically relates to proceedings under the Family Law Acts.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Affidavit of service
If you are proving a document was served, not just your finances.
✓ Check the specific court direction letter first.
Statement of Claim
Used when initiating the legal action itself.
✓ Ensure this form matches the claim type.
Form 40A (if relevant to proceedings)
If you are detailing specific financial liabilities alongside general means.
✓ Verify if your case requires a supplementary declaration.
Deadline or filing window
The deadline is usually set by the Court itself. Always check the court calendar date associated with your file.
Before you submit
- 1Have you filled out every section completely? (No blanks left intentionally)
- 2Is your full name and address correct?
- 3Are the dates of financial events accurately recorded?
- 4Has the supporting evidence been attached (e.g., payslips, bank statements)?
- 5Is the affidavit signed in front of an authorized person?
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 37A clearly.
- 2Sign and date the form where indicated.
- 3Have a solicitor or Commissioner for Oaths witness the signature.
- 4Submit the original physical copy to the relevant court office.
- 5If digital, upload the scanned PDF via the appropriate Courts Service portal.
Known limitations
- 1This form only declares 'means'; it doesn't guarantee an outcome in the case.
- 2It does not replace other required affidavits (like service or consent).
- 3Not confirmed in official source: It might need to be accompanied by specific supporting documentation depending on the court order.
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check for any changes in required witness details fields.
- Verify the current year/date format stipulated by COURTS.
- Ensure all sections relating to income sources match the latest Family Law Act requirements.
- Confirm the signature block layout is up-to-date.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 27/08/25
Sources
- SRCForm Name: Form 37AAffidavit of means - Family Law Acts
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCPurpose: Declares financial standing for legal proceedings.
- SRCContext: Used under the Irish Family Law Acts.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Income' with 'Assets' (they are different).
Not knowing who needs to witness the signature (it must be an authorized person).
Assuming a simple declaration is enough without attaching proof.
Mistaking which specific Family Law Act section requires this particular Form 37A.
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