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Form 52J Certificate Under Section 115A(2)(D) Of The Personal Insolvency Act 2012
Form 52J is a certificate required under Section 115A(2)(D) of the Personal Insolvency Act 2012. It is used in personal insolvency proceedings administered by the Courts Service of Ireland. The form confirms that a specific legal condition has been satisfied.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 52J Certificate Under Section 115A(2)(D) Of The Personal Insolvency Act 2012
Form 52J is a certificate required under Section 115A(2)(D) of the Personal Insolvency Act 2012. It is used in personal insolvency proceedings administered by the Courts Service of Ireland. The form confirms that a specific legal condition has been satisfied.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Leaving the certificate unsigned is a frequent error.
- 2Missing the required signature
- 3Providing inaccurate information
- 4Submitting after the court‑set deadline
- 5Sending to the wrong court office
Plain English
When you are going through a personal bankruptcy or debt solution, the court may ask for this certificate. It simply states that the condition set out in the law has been met. The form is a formal way to tell the court that everything is in order.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The form should be filed immediately after the statutory condition occurs, normally within the time limit specified by the court order.
- 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
- When a court‑ordered certificate is needed to confirm that a condition in Section 115A(2)(D) has been met.
- During personal insolvency proceedings where the court must record compliance with the specific legal test.
- If a creditor or the Official Assignee requests proof that the statutory requirement has been satisfied.
- When filing a petition or application that references Section 115A(2)(D) of the Personal Insolvency Act 2012.
- In any case where another form (e.g., a general insolvency application) does not specifically address the Section 115A(2)(D) condition.
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Use this form or another form?
Seeking a Personal Insolvency Arrangement
Different statutory requirement applies
✓ Verify the exact section you need to satisfy
Applying for a Debt Relief Notice
Uses a separate notice form
✓ Confirm you are not in a DRS process
Filing a Petition for Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy petitions have their own forms
✓ Check whether a certificate is required for bankruptcy
Requesting a Court Order for a Vesting Order
Vesting orders use a distinct order form
✓ Ensure the vesting order is the correct proceeding
Deadline or filing window
The form should be filed immediately after the statutory condition occurs, normally within the time limit specified by the court order.
Before you submit
- 1Enter the full name of the person or entity the certificate relates to.
- 2State the exact legal condition satisfied under Section 115A(2)(D).
- 3Provide the date the condition was met.
- 4Sign the form in the designated signature area.
- 5Include the name and title of the person signing (e.g., Official Assignee).
- 6Attach any supporting documents referenced in the certificate.
- 7Check that the form is printed on a single A4 page, legibly.
- 8Ensure the correct court filing address is used.
- 9Retain a copy for your records before submission.
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Form 52J from the Courts Service website.
- 2Complete all required fields in clear, printed text.
- 3Sign and date the form as an authorised officer.
- 4Gather any supporting evidence that proves the condition is met.
- 5Submit the completed form to the appropriate Circuit Court registry.
- 6Obtain a stamped receipt or filing acknowledgment from the court.
- 7Keep the original and a photocopy for future reference.
Known limitations
- 1Only applicable to personal insolvency cases governed by the Personal Insolvency Act 2012.
- 2Cannot be used as a substitute for other insolvency certificates or orders.
- 3Must be signed by an authorised officer; unsigned forms are rejected.
- 4The form does not itself grant any relief – it merely records compliance.
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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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form 52J is the current certificate required under Section 115A(2)(D) of the Personal Insolvency Act 2012. No recent amendments have been announced.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form version listed on the Courts Service website matches the downloaded copy.
- Check for any updated guidance notes attached to the form.
- Verify that the section reference (115A(2)(D)) is still correct.
- Look for any new fields or removed sections since the last version.
- Ensure the signature block reflects the current authorised officer title.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/12/25
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Sources
- SRCForm title: Form 52J Certificate Under Section 115A(2)(D) Of The Personal Insolvency Act 2012confirmed.
- SRCIssuing agency: Courts Service of Irelandconfirmed.
- SRCReference to Section 115A(2)(D) of the Personal Insolvency Act 2012confirmed.
- SRCExact purpose of the certificateNot confirmed in official source.
- SRCSpecific filing address or court registryNot confirmed in official source.
- SRCRequired supporting documentsNot confirmed in official source.
- SRCSignature authority (e.g., Official Assignee)Not confirmed in official source.
- SRCAny fees or penalties associated with filingNot confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 52J with other Form 52 series certificates.
Leaving the date field blank or using an incorrect format.
Signing the form with an unauthorised individual.
Submitting the form to the wrong court registry.
Failing to attach the supporting evidence that proves the condition is satisfied.
Using an outdated version of the form that lacks recent fields.
Assuming the certificate grants relief rather than merely confirming a condition.
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