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Form No.1 Originating Notice of Motion
Form No.1 Originating Notice of Motion is a court document used to start a motion in the High Court, Circuit Court or District Court. It sets out the order you are asking the court to make and the reasons for it.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.1 Originating Notice of Motion
Form No.1 Originating Notice of Motion is a court document used to start a motion in the High Court, Circuit Court or District Court. It sets out the order you are asking the court to make and the reasons for it.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to serve a copy on the other party before filing.
- 2Missing the filing deadline
- 3Leaving required supporting documents out
- 4Incorrect party names or addresses
- 5Failing to serve the other side
Plain English
Think of this as the formal letter you give the judge when you want the court to decide something new, like changing a property right or enforcing a contract. You must spell out what you want and why, and give any supporting evidence.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The Notice of Motion must be filed at least 7 days before the scheduled hearing, unless the judge orders a shorter or longer period.
- 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 need a judge to make a specific order during an ongoing case.
- For applications such as injunctions, variation of orders, or enforcement directions.
- If the motion relates to a matter already before the court, not a brand‑new claim.
- When you have already served the other party with the notice of motion.
- For any motion that is not a statutory appeal or a criminal procedure.
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For appeals, not motions
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Deadline or filing window
The Notice of Motion must be filed at least 7 days before the scheduled hearing, unless the judge orders a shorter or longer period.
Before you submit
- 1All parties' full names and addresses are correct.
- 2The order sought is clearly described.
- 3Legal basis and factual background are brief but complete.
- 4Supporting affidavit or evidence attached.
- 5Draft order included and signed.
- 6Form signed and dated by the applicant.
- 7Copy served on the other party with proof of service.
- 8Correct filing fee paid or fee waiver attached.
- 9Original filed with the court registry.
- 10Receipt of filing retained for records.
How to file this form
- 1Prepare the draft order and any supporting affidavits.
- 2Complete Form No.1 with accurate party details.
- 3Attach the draft order and supporting documents.
- 4Serve a copy on the opposite party and obtain proof of service.
- 5File the original form and attachments at the court registry or via e‑filing.
- 6Pay the filing fee or submit a fee waiver form.
- 7Collect the filing receipt and note the hearing date.
Known limitations
- 1Form is not accepted for criminal matters.
- 2Only suitable for civil motions within an existing case.
- 3Electronic filing may not be available in all courts.
- 4No space for extensive evidence – attach separate bundles.
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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 No.1 is the current version as of 2024 and remains in use for all civil motions. No major revisions have been announced for 2025.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check that the court name and division are correctly entered.
- Confirm the date format matches the current DD/MM/YYYY style.
- Verify the draft order template matches the latest court format.
- Ensure the signature field is present and not crossed out.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 28/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from Courts Service of Ireland listings.
- SRCTypical filing deadline (7 days) inferred from standard court practice.
- SRCService requirement based on general civil procedure rules in Ireland.
- SRCE‑filing availability noted from Courts Service online services page.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact fee amount for Form No.1.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific date format requirement.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form No.1 with Form No.2 (variation of order).
Assuming service is optional once the form is filed.
Using the wrong date format causing rejection.
Leaving the draft order blank or unsigned.
Filing the form after the hearing date has been set.
Submitting the form to the wrong court registry.
Failing to attach the required filing fee.
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