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Form 53A - Originating Notice Of Motion - Statement Of Facts : S. 509 Companies Act 2014
Form 53A is a court filing that provides a Statement of Facts when a Notice of Motion is started under Section 509 of the Companies Act 2014. It is lodged with the Courts Service of Ireland as part of the originating process.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 53A - Originating Notice Of Motion - Statement Of Facts : S. 509 Companies Act 2014
Form 53A is a court filing that provides a Statement of Facts when a Notice of Motion is started under Section 509 of the Companies Act 2014. It is lodged with the Courts Service of Ireland as part of the originating process.
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Scan points- 1Vague facts often lead to the motion being rejected.
- 2Unclear or incomplete facts
- 3Incorrect party details
- 4Missing signature or date
- 5Failure to attach to the Notice of Motion
Plain English
When you want the High Court to act against a company under the Companies Act, you begin with a Notice of Motion and attach this form to set out the facts. The court reviews the facts before hearing the motion.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The form must be filed together with the Notice of Motion; missing it can postpone the hearing.
- 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 you are initiating a motion under s.509 of the Companies Act 2014.
- When the court requires a factual background to accompany the Notice of Motion.
- When the motion relates to a company matter such as a winding‑up or director dispute.
- When you have already prepared a Notice of Motion and need to attach the facts.
- When the filing is to be made at the High Court or Circuit Court as directed.
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Use this form or another form?
Applying for a company winding‑up
Used for petition, not a motion
✓ Verify the proceeding type
Requesting an injunction against a director
Specific to injunctions
✓ Confirm the relief sought
General company dispute not under s.509
Covers other sections of the Companies Act
✓ Check the relevant statutory provision
Deadline or filing window
The form must be filed together with the Notice of Motion; missing it can postpone the hearing.
Before you submit
- 1Print the form on A4 paper unless electronic filing is allowed.
- 2Sign each required signature block.
- 3Attach the original Notice of Motion.
- 4Number each page consecutively.
- 5Include a cover sheet with the case number if known.
- 6Prepare the filing fee receipt if a fee applies.
- 7Check that all dates are in DD/MM/YYYY format.
- 8Ensure the Statement of Facts is concise and factual.
- 9Confirm the correct court registry address.
- 10Retain a copy for your records.
How to file this form
- 1Gather the Notice of Motion and supporting documents.
- 2Complete Form 53A with the factual summary.
- 3Sign the form and attach any required annexes.
- 4Take the completed packet to the appropriate court registry.
- 5Pay the filing fee or submit proof of payment.
- 6Obtain a stamped copy as proof of filing.
- 7Record the filing date and reference number.
Known limitations
- 1Form 53A does not replace the Notice of Motion; both must be filed.
- 2The form does not include a fee schedule; consult the court fee guide.
- 3Only applicable to motions under s.509 Companies Act 2014.
- 4Electronic filing may not be available for all courts.
- 5The form does not capture witness statements; use separate forms if needed.
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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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- Confirm the form header shows the latest revision date.
- Verify the reference to s.509 Companies Act 2014 is present.
- Check that the court name field matches the intended filing court.
- Ensure any attached schedules follow the current numbering format.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 18/12/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm number: Form 53A
- SRCIssuing agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCStatutory reference: s.509 Companies Act 2014
- SRCPurpose: Statement of Facts for originating Notice of Motion
- SRCCurrent version status: Not confirmed in official source
- SRCFiling fee amount: Not confirmed in official source
- SRCElectronic filing availability: Not confirmed in official source
- SRCCourt registry address: Not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form 53A with Form 53, which is for other sections.
Leaving the statutory reference blank or incorrect.
Omitting the signature of the applicant or solicitor.
Using the wrong court registry address.
Failing to attach the original Notice of Motion.
Submitting an outdated version of the form.
Incorrect date format causing rejection.
Assuming the filing fee is waived without checking.
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