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Form No.1 Title of Proceedings
Form No.1 Title of Proceedings is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to record the official title of a legal case at its commencement. It is filed when starting a new civil or family proceeding in the Irish courts.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.1 Title of Proceedings
Form No.1 Title of Proceedings is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to record the official title of a legal case at its commencement. It is filed when starting a new civil or family proceeding in the Irish courts.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to include a clear, concise case title.
- 2Leaving the title field blank or vague
- 3Spelling errors in party names
- 4Submitting the form to the wrong court registry
- 5Using an outdated version of the form
Plain English
When you start a court case you need to tell the court what the case will be called. This form captures that title so the court, the other parties and any future filings all use the same name. It’s a simple one‑page form you complete at the first hearing or when you issue the writ.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The title form must be filed before the first substantive pleading is served, typically within a few days of the initial hearing date.
- 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 initiating a new civil or family proceeding.
- Use for small claims cases that require a titled filing.
- Do not use for appeals – a different form is required.
- Do not use for criminal matters; those have separate title registers.
- If you are amending an existing case title, a separate amendment form is needed.
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Use this form or another form?
Appeal
Appeals need a specific notice form
✓ Verify you are filing an appeal, not an original claim
Criminal case
Criminal matters use charge sheets
✓ Confirm case type before proceeding
Amending title
Changes after filing require amendment
✓ Check the original title first
Deadline or filing window
The title form must be filed before the first substantive pleading is served, typically within a few days of the initial hearing date.
Before you submit
- 1Correct court name entered
- 2All parties’ full legal names spelled accurately
- 3Clear, concise case title provided
- 4Form signed by the applicant or solicitor
- 5Date filled in correctly
- 6Any required attachments included
- 7Form printed legibly or PDF is readable
- 8Submitted to the right court registry
- 9Receipt or electronic confirmation obtained
How to file this form
- 1Download or collect Form No.1.
- 2Complete the parties’ details and case title.
- 3Sign and date the form.
- 4Attach the writ/notice of claim if required.
- 5File the form at the appropriate court registry.
- 6Obtain a filing receipt or electronic acknowledgment.
- 7Record the filing reference number for future use.
Known limitations
- 1Only for initial filing – cannot be used to change an existing title.
- 2Does not replace the need for a separate summons or writ.
- 3Limited to civil, family and small claims matters.
- 4Electronic filing requires a valid digital certificate.
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
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 currently the latest version as of 2024. No recent amendments have been announced, but check the Courts Service website for any updates before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the form number and version on the Courts Service portal.
- Check for any new fields added after 2023.
- Verify the required supporting documents list.
- Ensure the signature line matches the latest layout.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 27/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm name and number from user input
- SRCIssuing agency identified as Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCTypical use for initial case title inferred from form title
- SRCFiling location and method inferred from standard Courts Service practice
- SRCDeadline timing inferred from general court procedure rules
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact supporting documents required
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific electronic portal URL
Common confusion points
Mixing up the title form with the summons or writ.
Submitting to the wrong district court.
Leaving the title too generic (e.g., just "Case 1").
Forgetting to attach the supporting writ.
Using an old paper copy after the form was updated online.
Not signing the form, leading to rejection.
Assuming electronic filing is automatic without a digital certificate.
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