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Notice of Application for Solicitors (Will Annexed)
The Notice of Application for Solicitors (Will Annexed) is a Courts Service of Ireland form used to inform the court that a solicitor is applying on behalf of a party and that a will is attached to the application. It is filed when a will is central to the court proceeding, such as probate or an application to the High Court.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Notice of Application for Solicitors (Will Annexed)
The Notice of Application for Solicitors (Will Annexed) is a Courts Service of Ireland form used to inform the court that a solicitor is applying on behalf of a party and that a will is attached to the application. It is filed when a will is central to the court proceeding, such as probate or an application to the High Court.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to attach the will copy to the notice.
- 2Submitting the wrong version of the will
- 3Leaving the solicitor’s signature blank
- 4Incorrect case reference number
- 5Failing to attach the will annex
Plain English
If you or your solicitor are starting a court case that involves a will, you need to let the court know and attach the will. This form does that. It tells the court who the solicitor is and that the will is part of the paperwork.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The notice must be filed together with the main application, typically at least 5 working days before the first hearing date.
- 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 will is being relied upon in a probate application
- When a solicitor is making an application to the High Court involving a will
- When the court specifically requests a ‘Will Annexed’ notice
- When you need to formally record the solicitor’s involvement in the case
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Applying for probate without a solicitor
No solicitor notice needed
✓ Verify if you are self‑representing
General civil application not involving a will
Different content
✓ Use the standard N1
Amending a will after filing
Separate amendment form
✓ Check if amendment is allowed
Deadline or filing window
The notice must be filed together with the main application, typically at least 5 working days before the first hearing date.
Before you submit
- 1Applicant’s full name and address entered
- 2Solicitor’s name, address and signature present
- 3Correct court and case reference number listed
- 4Will annex attached and legible
- 5All required original signatures completed
- 6Form printed on A4 paper or correctly uploaded to e‑filing
- 7Cover sheet or envelope labelled with the correct court registry
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest form from courts.ie
- 2Complete the form in full
- 3Attach a clear copy of the will
- 4Obtain the solicitor’s signature
- 5Submit in person, by post, or via e‑filing
- 6Obtain a receipt or acknowledgement from the court
- 7File a copy for your own records
Known limitations
- 1Only accepts a single will annex; multiple wills require separate notices
- 2Electronic filing may not be available in all district courts
- 3Form does not cover applications for intestate succession
- 4No guidance on certified copies – use a notary if required
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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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The form is currently the 2023 revision and remains in active use. No major changes have been announced for 2024.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the form version date (2023) at the top of the PDF
- Confirm the required number of copies of the will annex
- Verify if electronic signatures are accepted for your court
- Ensure the case reference format matches the current court numbering
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 05/09/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number inferred from provided name
- SRCIssuing agency identified as Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCTypical use cases (probate, High Court) based on ‘Will Annexed’ wording
- SRCSubmission methods (in person, post, e‑filing) based on standard Courts Service practice
- SRCDeadlines and risk points derived from general court filing procedures
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact number of required will copies
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: acceptance of electronic signatures in all courts
Common confusion points
Mixing up the ‘Notice of Application for Solicitors’ with the standard ‘Notice of Application’ (N1)
Leaving the case reference blank or using an old number
Attaching a scanned copy of the will that is too dark or blurry
Signing the form yourself instead of the solicitor
Sending the form to the Central Office instead of the local district court
Assuming electronic submission is always possible
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