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Form No. 31 Memorandum of Service of Notice of Judgment
Form No. 31 Memorandum of Service of Notice of Judgment is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to record that a party has been served with a judgment notice. It is filed after a court judgment has been issued and the notice has been delivered to the relevant person or entity.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No. 31 Memorandum of Service of Notice of Judgment
Form No. 31 Memorandum of Service of Notice of Judgment is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to record that a party has been served with a judgment notice. It is filed after a court judgment has been issued and the notice has been delivered to the relevant person or entity.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to attach the proof of delivery to the memorandum.
- 2Incorrect service method recorded
- 3Wrong date of service entered
- 4Missing signature of the server
- 5Failure to attach proof of delivery
Plain English
When a court decides a case, the winner must officially let the other side know about the judgment. This form is the proof that the notice was handed over or posted. You fill it in and file it with the court to show the service was completed correctly.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File the memorandum within 14 days of serving the notice unless the judge has ordered a different period. Late filing may require a court application for extension.
- 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 personally delivered a judgment notice.
- Use when the notice was sent by registered post or courier.
- Use instead of Form No. 30 (Memorandum of Service of Summons) which is for pre‑judgment documents.
- Use if the court has ordered you to provide evidence of service before enforcement.
- Use for both civil and family court judgments.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Service by email
Email service requires court approval
✓ Verify electronic service is permitted
Form No. 32 (Memorandum of Service of Electronic Notice)
Service to a corporation
Companies have specific service addresses
✓ Check the company's registered office address
Form No. 33 (Memorandum of Service on Companies)
Service outside Ireland
Different rules apply for cross‑border service
✓ Confirm treaty or EU regulations
Form No. 34 (International Service of Judgment)
Deadline or filing window
File the memorandum within 14 days of serving the notice unless the judge has ordered a different period. Late filing may require a court application for extension.
Before you submit
- 1All parties' names and addresses are correct.
- 2Date of service matches the proof of delivery.
- 3Method of service is accurately selected.
- 4Server's full name and signature are present.
- 5Proof of delivery (receipt, signed acknowledgment) is attached.
- 6Form is signed by the server or their authorised solicitor.
- 7If filing online, the digital certificate is valid.
- 8Copy of the judgment notice is included.
- 9No stray marks or alterations on the form.
- 10Correct court registry details are entered.
How to file this form
- 1Prepare the judgment notice and proof of service.
- 2Complete Form No. 31 with accurate details.
- 3Sign the form and attach all supporting documents.
- 4If filing in person, take the package to the court registry.
- 5If posting, send via recorded delivery to the registry address.
- 6If filing online, upload the PDF through the Courts Service portal and confirm receipt.
- 7Obtain a filing receipt or acknowledgment for your records.
Known limitations
- 1Form does not accept electronic signatures for paper filings.
- 2Only accepts service proof in Irish or English.
- 3Cannot be used for service of judgments in foreign jurisdictions.
- 4Online portal requires a valid e‑Certificate issued by the Irish government.
- 5No provision for bulk service of multiple judgments on one 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
- Check that the form header shows the current court name and year.
- Confirm the field for 'Method of Service' includes the latest options (e.g., courier, electronic).
- Verify that the signature line now requires a digital certificate if filing online.
- Ensure the attached proof of service format matches the latest guidance (PDF, JPEG).
- Review any new deadline notes added in the 2023 amendment.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number from Courts Service of Ireland publication list.
- SRCTypical service methods inferred from Irish court practice.
- SRC14‑day filing window based on standard court procedural rules.
- SRCOnline filing requirement inferred from Courts Service e‑filing portal guidelines.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact deadline extensions and digital signature acceptance.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific alternate forms numbers (30, 32‑34).
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form No. 31 with Form No. 30 (service of summons).
Leaving the 'Method of Service' field blank or selecting the wrong option.
Attaching an informal note instead of a formal receipt.
Using an expired digital certificate for online filing.
Submitting the form to the wrong court registry.
Failing to note the exact time of service when required.
Assuming email service is acceptable without court approval.
Overlooking the 14‑day filing deadline.
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