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Form No.32 Notice of Appointment of Trustee in Bankruptcy
Form No.32 Notice of Appointment of Trustee in Bankruptcy is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to formally inform the court that a trustee has been appointed to administer a bankruptcy. It is required shortly after a bankruptcy order is made.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.32 Notice of Appointment of Trustee in Bankruptcy
Form No.32 Notice of Appointment of Trustee in Bankruptcy is a Courts Service of Ireland document used to formally inform the court that a trustee has been appointed to administer a bankruptcy. It is required shortly after a bankruptcy order is made.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is entering an incorrect bankruptcy case number, which can stall the whole process.
- 2Submitting the wrong case number
- 3Leaving the trustee’s address incomplete
- 4Signing the form in the wrong place
- 5Missing the court’s filing deadline
Plain English
When a court declares someone bankrupt, a trustee is named to handle their assets. This form lets the court know who that trustee is, so the bankruptcy can be managed properly. You fill it in and send it to the court that issued the bankruptcy order.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File the notice as soon as possible after the bankruptcy order, and no later than any specific deadline set by the court (often within 14 days).
- 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 court has issued a bankruptcy order and a trustee is appointed.
- To update the court register with the trustee’s details.
- If you are the appointed trustee or acting on behalf of the bankrupt.
- Not for voluntary arrangements or debt relief schemes.
- Do not use for liquidations – a different form applies.
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Use this form or another form?
Voluntary Arrangement
For a debtor‑initiated arrangement, not bankruptcy
✓ Verify the arrangement type first
Liquidation of a company
Used for company liquidation, not personal bankruptcy
✓ Check company status
Debt Relief Notice
For Debt Relief Orders, not bankruptcy
✓ Confirm the appropriate relief scheme
Deadline or filing window
File the notice as soon as possible after the bankruptcy order, and no later than any specific deadline set by the court (often within 14 days).
Before you submit
- 1Correct case number entered
- 2Trustee’s full name and contact details complete
- 3Signature present and dated
- 4All required supporting documents attached
- 5Form printed clearly or completed electronically
- 6Copy retained for records
- 7Correct court registry address used
- 8Postage or e‑filing confirmation received
How to file this form
- 1Download or collect Form No.32.
- 2Complete all fields with accurate information.
- 3Sign the form and attach trustee ID if required.
- 4Make a photocopy for your files.
- 5Post the form to the High Court or Circuit Court registry, or upload via the e‑filing portal.
- 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgement of filing.
Known limitations
- 1Form is only for personal bankruptcies, not corporate insolvency.
- 2Does not accept electronic signatures unless the e‑filing system permits.
- 3No online validation of case number before submission.
- 4Only accepted by the court that issued the bankruptcy order.
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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 is No.32 and not an older version.
- Check that the court registry address matches the issuing court.
- Verify the signature field has not been moved in the latest layout.
- Ensure any attached ID copy meets current data‑protection guidelines.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 28/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm name and number taken from user input.
- SRCIssuing agency identified as Courts Service of Ireland.
- SRCTypical filing procedure inferred from standard Irish court practice.
- SRCDeadlines and e‑filing availability not confirmed in official source.
- SRCSpecific signature requirements not confirmed in official source.
- SRCAlternate forms listed based on common Irish insolvency forms.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form No.32 with Form No.33 (voluntary arrangement).
Using a company’s liquidation form instead of this personal bankruptcy form.
Leaving the “date of appointment” blank.
Sending the form to the wrong court (e.g., District Court instead of High Court).
Unclear whether an electronic copy is acceptable without a signature.
Assuming the form can be filed after the 14‑day deadline without court permission.
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