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Form No.1 Lodgment Schedule
The No.1 Lodgment Schedule is a form used by the Courts Service of Ireland to record the lodgment of documents, fees or other items in a court case. It is filed when a party needs to officially submit something to the court registry.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.1 Lodgment Schedule
The No.1 Lodgment Schedule is a form used by the Courts Service of Ireland to record the lodgment of documents, fees or other items in a court case. It is filed when a party needs to officially submit something to the court registry.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is entering an incorrect case number, which can cause the lodgment to be lost.
- 2Wrong case number entered
- 3Missing signature or date
- 4Incorrect fee amount recorded
- 5Submitting to the wrong court registry
Plain English
Think of this as the receipt you give the court when you hand in paperwork or pay a fee. The schedule lists what you are lodging, the amount paid and the case it belongs to. It helps the court keep track of everything that comes in.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Lodgments must be made before the date set by the court’s directions, usually at least one working day prior to a 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
- Use when you need to lodge a document or fee in a civil case.
- Use when a solicitor is submitting a statement of claim or defence.
- Use for paying court fees that require a written receipt.
- Do not use for filing appeals – a different schedule applies.
- Do not use for criminal prosecutions unless specifically directed by the judge.
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✓ Confirm the order type before proceeding
Deadline or filing window
Lodgments must be made before the date set by the court’s directions, usually at least one working day prior to a hearing.
Before you submit
- 1Case number matches the court file.
- 2All required fields are completed.
- 3Signature and date are present.
- 4Fee amount matches the official fee schedule.
- 5Original document or receipt is attached.
- 6Form is the latest version.
- 7Delivery method (in person, post, e‑filing) is correct.
- 8Copy retained for your records.
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest No.1 Lodgment Schedule.
- 2Complete all mandatory fields.
- 3Attach the document or fee receipt.
- 4Sign and date the schedule.
- 5Choose submission method (in person, post, online).
- 6Deliver to the correct court registry.
- 7Obtain a receipt or confirmation of lodgment.
Known limitations
- 1Form is not accepted for criminal prosecutions without court direction.
- 2Electronic lodgment may not be available in all District Courts.
- 3Only one lodgment schedule can be filed per document/fee.
- 4The form does not capture detailed witness statements – separate forms are required.
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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->The No.1 Lodgment Schedule is currently the standard version for all courts; no major revisions have been announced in 2024.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check that the form header shows the current year (2024).
- Verify the fee table matches the latest court fee schedule.
- Confirm the online submission option is available for your court.
- Ensure any new fields for electronic signatures are filled if using e‑filing.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 29/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service of Ireland websitenot confirmed in official source
- SRCTypical use for lodging documents and feesnot confirmed in official source
- SRCSubmission methods (in person, post, online)not confirmed in official source
- SRCDeadlines tied to court directionsnot confirmed in official source
- SRCRisk list based on common filing errorsnot confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Mixing up the No.1 Lodgment Schedule with the No.2 Appeal Schedule.
Leaving the fee amount blank when a fee was paid.
Submitting to the wrong court (e.g., District instead of Circuit).
Using an outdated version of the form.
Forgetting to attach the original document or receipt.
Assuming electronic submission is always possible.
Not signing the form when filing in person.
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