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Form No.14 Summons to Bankrupt to Attend Public Sittings
Form No.14 Summons to Bankrupt to Attend Public Sittings is a court document used in bankruptcy cases. It orders a bankrupt individual to appear at scheduled public court sittings.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.14 Summons to Bankrupt to Attend Public Sittings
Form No.14 Summons to Bankrupt to Attend Public Sittings is a court document used in bankruptcy cases. It orders a bankrupt individual to appear at scheduled public court sittings.
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Scan points- 1The most common mistake is not attending the first public sitting on the date shown.
- 2Missing the first public sitting
- 3Incorrect case number or dates on the summons
- 4Failing to apply for an adjournment in time
- 5Not bringing required documents to the sitting
Plain English
If you have been declared bankrupt, the court will send you this summons telling you when and where you must show up in person. It is a formal notice that you must attend the public hearings related to your bankruptcy.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The bankrupt must attend the first public sitting on the date stated in the summons; any request for an adjournment must be filed before that 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
- When a bankrupt person must be ordered to attend a public hearing.
- When the court needs to formally notify the bankrupt of sitting dates.
- Instead of a private hearing notice, which uses a different form.
- When an adjournment request is required, the summons must be referenced.
- For any bankruptcy case that proceeds to a public sitting stage.
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Use this form or another form?
Private hearing required
Used for confidential matters
✓ Verify if the matter is confidential before using Form 13
Form No.13 Summons to Bankrupt to Attend Private Sitting
Requesting an adjournment
Separate from the summons
✓ File before the first sitting date
Form No.15 Application for Adjournment
Appealing a bankruptcy order
Different procedural track
✓ Ensure appeal grounds are valid
Deadline or filing window
The bankrupt must attend the first public sitting on the date stated in the summons; any request for an adjournment must be filed before that date.
Before you submit
- 1Name and address match the bankruptcy order.
- 2Case number is correct.
- 3All sitting dates and times are clearly written.
- 4Court seal and registrar signature are present.
- 5Copy of the original bankruptcy order attached.
- 6Service address verified (post or bailiff).
- 7Retention of a signed copy for personal records.
How to file this form
- 1Receive the summons from the court registrar.
- 2Check all details for accuracy.
- 3If any error is found, contact the court immediately.
- 4File any adjournment request before the first sitting.
- 5Attend each public sitting as directed.
- 6Keep a signed copy of the summons and any related correspondence.
Known limitations
- 1Only applicable after a bankruptcy order has been made.
- 2Does not cover private or confidential hearings.
- 3Cannot be used to request a stay of execution.
- 4Form must be served physically; electronic service is limited to eCourt uploads.
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the case number format matches the latest court numbering system.
- Check that the date fields use the DD/MM/YYYY format.
- Verify the court name and address are up‑to‑date.
- Ensure the signature line includes space for a bailiff or registrar signature.
- Look for any new instructions on electronic service via eCourt.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 28/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service of Ireland listings.
- SRCPurpose inferred from typical court summons usage in bankruptcy.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact service method (post vs bailiff).
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: eCourt upload capability for this form.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific signature requirements.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: recent version changes.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form No.14 with Form No.13 (private sitting).
Assuming the summons can be ignored if a lawyer is involved.
Believing the summons can be emailed instead of served by post.
Not understanding that the summons is a court order, not a reminder.
Failing to check the correct venue – court buildings can change.
Thinking an adjournment is automatic if you cannot attend.
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