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Form 4 – Consent to Judgment
This is Form 4 – Consent to Judgment, issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. You use this form when you agree to a judgment being made in a court case without needing a full trial or hearing.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 4 – Consent to Judgment
This is Form 4 – Consent to Judgment, issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. You use this form when you agree to a judgment being made in a court case without needing a full trial or hearing.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Don't forget your signature—it turns a statement into a formal agreement!
- 2Failing to sign the form completely.
- 3Entering incorrect case reference numbers.
- 4Not dating the consent accurately.
- 5Submitting a draft version instead of the final copy.
Plain English
Basically, this form lets you tell the Irish courts that you accept whatever decision they are about to make against you. Instead of arguing everything point-by-point, you are giving your official agreement upfront.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There isn't one fixed deadline; you must submit this when requested by the court or opposing party. Prompt submission is always best practice.
- 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 agree to a judgment without needing a full trial or hearing.
- The opposing party in the case agrees that you should be judged on specific terms.
- It speeds up the court process because everyone is already aligned on the outcome.
- Use this when settlement discussions have reached an agreement ready for the judge to sign off.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
You want a full trial but need permission to settle later
Use this if you are agreeing *now* rather than setting terms for later.
✓ Check box 1.
The other side disagrees with your proposed judgment
You might need a formal 'Offer of Settlement' document alongside Form 4.
✓ Check the accompanying letter.
You want to appeal a decision already made
Look for an Appeal Form, but Form 4 can sometimes be used to agree to the *appeal* outcome.
✓ Read Section 3 carefully.
Deadline or filing window
There isn't one fixed deadline; you must submit this when requested by the court or opposing party. Prompt submission is always best practice.
Before you submit
- 1All signature blocks are completed clearly and legibly.
- 2The date of signing is present on every necessary section.
- 3You have attached all relevant case documentation (e.g., the claim form).
- 4If filing electronically, confirm your unique Courts Service digital credentials are active.
- 5Double-check that both parties' names and addresses match official court records.
How to file this form
- 1Fill in all relevant sections of Form 4 completely.
- 2Sign the form according to the requirements for each party involved.
- 3Attach copies of any supporting documents (e.g., evidence summaries).
- 4Submit the physical copy to the correct Circuit or District Court office.
- 5Alternatively, upload the scanned PDF via the designated Courts Service portal.
Known limitations
- 1Signing Form 4 does not guarantee the judgment will be upheld; it only shows consent.
- 2The form itself doesn't dictate *what* the judgment is—that must be detailed in the body of the document.
- 3If you are represented by a solicitor, they may require specific annotations on your signature.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: There might be variations if this relates to a specific type of claim (e.g., landlord/tenant).
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->This is the standard Form 4 for giving consent to a judgment within the Irish court system. Check the Courts Service of Ireland website for any recent updates or digital replacements.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form version number matches what you downloaded.
- Check if there are new fields related to digital filing (e-filing).
- Verify the specific court jurisdiction listed on the top of the document.
- Ensure any required appendices or exhibits have not changed format.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 30/08/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Identifier: Form 4
- SRCPurpose: Consent to Judgment
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific mandatory fields for civil vs. family law cases.
Common confusion points
Mistaking Form 4 for a simple 'Agreement Letter'—it must be formally completed and submitted.
Not clearly stating *what* you consent to (e.g., consenting to €5,000 payment vs. consenting to the other party being right).
Failing to have all required parties sign; only one signature is not enough.
Assuming that because you consented, the judgment will be instantaneous—there is still a court process.
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