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Form No. 30 Notice of Intention To Contest Appeal as Respondent
Form No. 30 Notice of Intention to Contest Appeal as Respondent is a Courts Service of Ireland document. It is used when you, as the respondent, plan to challenge an appeal filed against a decision that affects you.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 30 Notice of Intention To Contest Appeal as Respondent
Form No. 30 Notice of Intention to Contest Appeal as Respondent is a Courts Service of Ireland document. It is used when you, as the respondent, plan to challenge an appeal filed against a decision that affects you.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is filing after the court’s deadline, which can bar you from contesting the appeal.
- 2Missing the filing deadline
- 3Incorrect case reference number
- 4Failing to sign or date the form
- 5Sending to the wrong court registry
Plain English
If someone has appealed a judgment that involves you and you want to say you will fight that appeal, you fill out this form. It tells the court you intend to be an active party in the appeal process.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The notice must be filed within the period specified in the appeal notice, usually 14 days from receipt, unless the court orders otherwise.
- 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 you are the respondent and wish to contest an appeal.
- When the appeal notice specifically requests a notice of intention.
- If you need to preserve your right to be heard in the appeal.
- When the court has set a formal deadline for filing the notice.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
You are the appellant
Different role – you are initiating the appeal
✓ Confirm you are not the respondent first
You need to file a response to the appeal
Used after the notice of intention
✓ Ensure the notice has already been filed
Form No. 31 Respondent’s Written Submissions
You are applying for a stay of execution
Separate procedural request
✓ Check if a stay is needed before contesting
Deadline or filing window
The notice must be filed within the period specified in the appeal notice, usually 14 days from receipt, unless the court orders otherwise.
Before you submit
- 1Case reference matches the appeal notice
- 2All respondent details are complete and accurate
- 3Statement of intention is clear and concise
- 4Form is signed and dated
- 5Supporting documents attached (if any)
- 6Correct filing address or eCourt upload selected
- 7Proof of posting or electronic receipt saved
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Form No. 30 from courts.ie.
- 2Complete all fields in black ink or via the eCourt form.
- 3Attach any required annexes (e.g., copy of appeal notice).
- 4Sign and date the form.
- 5Post to the appropriate court registry or upload through eCourt.
- 6Keep a copy of the filed form and receipt for your records.
Known limitations
- 1Form is not accepted for appeals heard in the Special Criminal Court.
- 2Electronic filing may not be available for all jurisdictions.
- 3The form does not replace formal written submissions later in the process.
- 4Only the respondent can use this form; appellants must use a different form.
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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
- Verify the form number and title on the downloaded PDF.
- Check for any updated filing deadlines on the court’s website.
- Confirm the correct court registry address for submission.
- Ensure the online portal (eCourt) accepts Form No. 30 in the current year.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service of Ireland publications.
- SRCTypical 14‑day deadline inferred from standard appeal procedures.
- SRCSubmission methods based on general Courts Service filing guidelines.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact deadline for every court jurisdiction.
Common confusion points
Mixing up appellant vs. respondent roles.
Assuming the same deadline applies to all courts.
Submitting the form to the High Court when the original case is in the Circuit Court.
Leaving the statement of intention blank or vague.
Forgetting to sign the form.
Using an outdated PDF version of the form.
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