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Form No.24 Composition After Bankruptcy — Notice of Meeting of Creditors
Form No.24 Composition After Bankruptcy – Notice of Meeting of Creditors is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to inform creditors about a scheduled meeting after a debtor’s bankruptcy composition. It is filed when a composition proposal is being considered and a creditors' meeting is called.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.24 Composition After Bankruptcy — Notice of Meeting of Creditors
Form No.24 Composition After Bankruptcy – Notice of Meeting of Creditors is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to inform creditors about a scheduled meeting after a debtor’s bankruptcy composition. It is filed when a composition proposal is being considered and a creditors' meeting is called.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is scheduling the meeting too soon and missing the 14‑day notice period.
- 2Meeting date less than 14 days away
- 3Incorrect creditor addresses leading to non‑service
- 4Missing signature of the trustee
- 5Wrong court registry selected
Plain English
After a bankruptcy, the debtor or their trustee must tell all creditors when and where a meeting will happen to discuss a composition plan. This form is the official notice that gets sent out to everyone who is owed money.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The notice must be filed and served at least 14 days before the scheduled creditors' meeting. Late filing may require rescheduling.
- 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 composition proposal is being presented after a bankruptcy.
- To give formal notice of a creditors' meeting under the Bankruptcy Act.
- If you are the official assignee or trustee handling the composition.
- When you need to record the meeting agenda and venue for the court record.
- Instead of Form No.23, which is used for the initial bankruptcy petition.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Initial bankruptcy filing
Starts the bankruptcy process
✓ Verify you are not already in composition
Plan of arrangement after bankruptcy
Details the composition terms
✓ Use after meeting notice is filed
Objection to composition
Creditors contest the proposal
✓ Submit before the meeting date
Deadline or filing window
The notice must be filed and served at least 14 days before the scheduled creditors' meeting. Late filing may require rescheduling.
Before you submit
- 1All debtor and trustee details are correct.
- 2Meeting date, time, and venue are clearly stated.
- 3Composition reference number is entered.
- 4Signature of the trustee/official assignee is present.
- 5Supporting creditor list attached.
- 6Form is printed on A4 paper (if filing by post).
- 7Correct court registry address used.
- 8Proof of service (e.g., courier receipt) retained.
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Form No.24 from courts.ie.
- 2Complete all fields in black ink or via the online portal.
- 3Attach the updated creditor schedule.
- 4Sign the form as the authorized trustee.
- 5Submit the form to the District Court registry (in person or post).
- 6Serve a copy on each creditor using a recognised method.
- 7Keep a copy of the filed form and service proof for your records.
Known limitations
- 1Form does not accept electronic signatures for paper filing.
- 2Only accepts Irish‑addressed creditors for service.
- 3No built‑in validation for date format; errors must be checked manually.
- 4Not suitable for compositions that involve cross‑border creditors.
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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
- Check the form header for the 2024 revision date.
- Confirm the required 14‑day notice period is still applicable.
- Verify the court registry address listed on the form matches your district court.
- Ensure the composition reference field format matches the latest court guidelines.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 28/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service of Ireland publications.
- SRC14‑day notice period inferred from Bankruptcy Act 1988 provisions.
- SRCFiling locations based on standard District Court registry procedures.
- SRCSignature requirement typical for trustee filingsnot confirmed in official source.
- SRCOnline portal availability noted on courts.ienot confirmed in official source.
- SRCSpecific alternate forms (No.24A, No.25) inferred from typical numbering schemenot confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form No.24 with Form No.23 (initial bankruptcy).
Assuming electronic service is acceptable for all creditors.
Leaving the composition reference field blank.
Using the wrong court registry for the jurisdiction.
Failing to calculate the 14‑day notice period correctly.
Submitting a photocopy of a handwritten form without a clear signature.
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