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Form No. 2 Notice of Motion for Applications to the Court (other than the Registrar)
The No. 2 Notice of Motion is a formal document used to notify the court and other parties about an application or request that will be heard by a judge (not the registrar). It's typically used in civil proceedings when you need to ask the court to make an order or decision on a specific matter.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 2 Notice of Motion for Applications to the Court (other than the Registrar)
The No. 2 Notice of Motion is a formal document used to notify the court and other parties about an application or request that will be heard by a judge (not the registrar). It's typically used in civil proceedings when you need to ask the court to make an order or decision on a specific matter.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is failing to properly serve all parties with the notice, which can result in your application being struck out.
- 2Incorrectly identifying the court or case file number
- 3Failing to serve copies on all relevant parties
- 4Missing required supporting documents
- 5Unclear or incomplete description of the orders being sought
Plain English
This form is like telling the court and everyone involved that you want to ask a judge to make a decision about something. It's not for routine matters that the court registrar handles, but for more significant requests that need a judge's attention.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File this form at least 10 days before the hearing date, or as specified by the court or court rules. Allow additional time for serving all parties and addressing any court requests for clarification.
- 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 this form for applications that require a judge's decision rather than the registrar
- Appropriate for interim applications during ongoing proceedings
- Required for most substantive applications in civil cases
- Not used for applications to the court registrar
- Use Form No. 1 for applications to the court registrar
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Application to Court Registrar
For routine matters handled by the registrar
✓ Check if your application needs judicial attention
Notice of Motion in Family Law
Specific to family law proceedings
✓ Verify if your case falls under family jurisdiction
Motion for Default Judgment
When seeking judgment due to other party's non-engagement
✓ Confirm there has been proper service and non-compliance
Form No. 2 with specific motion text
Motion for Summary Judgment
For cases where no substantial dispute of fact exists
✓ Ensure your case meets the criteria for summary judgment
Form No. 2 with specific motion text
Motion to Strike Out
When asking court to remove part/all of a statement of claim
✓ Check if the grounds for striking out are clearly established
Form No. 2 with specific motion text
Deadline or filing window
File this form at least 10 days before the hearing date, or as specified by the court or court rules. Allow additional time for serving all parties and addressing any court requests for clarification.
Before you submit
- 1Form is fully completed with all sections filled
- 2All case details are accurate and match court records
- 3Orders sought are clearly described
- 4All required supporting documents are attached
- 5Form is signed and dated
- 6Copies have been prepared for all parties
- 7Filing fee is paid or exemption claimed
- 8Form is filed with the correct court office
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the current version of Form No. 2 from the Courts Service website or court office
- 2Complete all sections with accurate information about your case and application
- 3Prepare copies for all parties to the proceedings
- 4File the original with the relevant court office
- 5Serve copies on all other parties according to court rules
- 6Keep a copy for your records
- 7Attend the hearing date as specified in the form
Known limitations
- 1This form is for applications to judges only, not the court registrar
- 2Does not replace the need for proper legal advice on complex matters
- 3May require additional supporting documents depending on the application type
- 4Does not guarantee your application will be successful
- 5Must be used in conjunction with other required court procedures
Field map
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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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Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 27/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm name and number confirmed from Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCPurpose inferred from standard court procedures in Ireland
- SRCFiling procedures based on general Irish court practices
- SRCForm version status not confirmed in official source
- SRCCurrent filing fees not confirmed in official source
- SRCSpecific court addresses not confirmed in official source
- SRCElectronic submission options not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Confusing this form with Form No. 1 which is for applications to the registrar
Uncertainty about what constitutes sufficient grounds for the application
Not understanding the proper service requirements for other parties
Confusion about whether a hearing date needs to be requested or will be assigned
Unclear about which supporting documents are required
Not knowing if legal representation is necessary
Confusion about filing fees and exemptions
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