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Form No.2 Answer to Interrogatories
Form No.2 Answer to Interrogatories is a Courts Service of Ireland document used in civil proceedings to reply to written questions (interrogatories) served by the other party. It is filed with the court after the interrogatories have been served.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.2 Answer to Interrogatories
Form No.2 Answer to Interrogatories is a Courts Service of Ireland document used in civil proceedings to reply to written questions (interrogatories) served by the other party. It is filed with the court after the interrogatories have been served.
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Scan points- 1The most common mistake is filing the answer after the court‑set deadline.
- 2Missing the filing deadline
- 3Failing to sign or date the form
- 4Providing incomplete or vague answers
- 5Omitting required objections
Plain English
When someone asks you to put your answers to a list of questions in writing during a court case, you use this form to give those answers. It is simply a structured way to tell the court what you say in response.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Answers must be filed within the period ordered by the judge, usually 28 days from service, unless an extension is granted.
- 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 have been served with written interrogatories in a civil case.
- Do not use for criminal proceedings – a different schedule applies.
- If the court orders a different format, follow the court’s specific directions.
- When the parties agree to exchange answers informally, this form is not required.
- Use this form to record objections and reasons, not just simple yes/no answers.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
No interrogatories received
No response required
✓ Verify you have actually been served
Criminal case
Different procedural rules
✓ Check the Criminal Courts of Justice Act
Small Claims Court
Simpler process
✓ Use the Small Claims online portal
Deadline or filing window
Answers must be filed within the period ordered by the judge, usually 28 days from service, unless an extension is granted.
Before you submit
- 1All questions are answered or properly objected to.
- 2Each answer is numbered to correspond with the interrogatory.
- 3Signature and date are present on every page.
- 4Supporting documents are attached and referenced.
- 5The correct court registry address is used.
- 6If filing electronically, the PDF is legible and under the size limit.
- 7A copy is retained for your records.
- 8The filing receipt (or stamp) is obtained.
How to file this form
- 1Prepare answers and objections on draft sheets.
- 2Transfer answers onto the official Form No.2.
- 3Sign and date the form.
- 4Make copies for your records and for the other party.
- 5Deliver the original to the court registry (in person, post, or e‑file).
- 6Obtain a filing receipt or confirmation email.
Known limitations
- 1Form is only for civil court cases; not valid in family or criminal matters.
- 2Electronic filing may not be available in all courts.
- 3The form does not include a built‑in space for lengthy documents; annexes may be needed.
- 4No automatic validation of question numbers; double‑check alignment.
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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 form number matches the latest Courts Service release (No.2).
- Check if the court has issued a specific practice direction altering the layout.
- Verify the deadline period printed on the form matches the court order.
- Ensure the signature line includes the correct title (e.g., ‘Defendant’ or ‘Plaintiff’).
- Look for any new sections added for electronic filing references.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 05/02/26
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