Form 43 – Notice of Motion (Equal Status Act, 2000)

What this form is for

• • Use when bringing a case under the Equal Status Act 2000
• • Use when seeking remedies for discrimination in areas like employment, housing, or services
• • Use when formally notifying the court of your legal motion
• • Use before filing a full Statement of Claim in discrimination cases
• • Use when other dispute resolution methods have been unsuccessful

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

Discrimination cases under the Equal Status Act 2000 generally must be filed within 6 months of the alleged discrimination, though this time limit can be extended by up to 6 months in certain circumstances.

Before you submit

• • All sections of the form completed accurately
• • Specific discrimination incident described in detail
• • Legal basis under the Equal Status Act clearly identified
• • All relevant parties properly identified
• • Supporting evidence attached
• • Appropriate court jurisdiction confirmed
• • Required fees paid
• • Copy retained for personal records

How to file this form

1. 1Obtain the correct Form 43 from the Courts Service website or court office
2. 2Complete all sections with detailed information about the discrimination
3. 3Attach any supporting evidence and documentation
4. 4Determine the correct court jurisdiction for your case
5. 5File the completed form with the appropriate court office
6. 6Pay any required filing fees
7. 7Ensure all other parties receive proper notification

Known limitations

• • This form only initiates the process; a full Statement of Claim will likely be required
• • Time limits for filing are strict and may not be extendable in all circumstances
• • Legal advice is recommended before proceeding with this form
• • The form may not cover all types of discrimination claims
• • Court fees may apply which could be a barrier for some applicants