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Form Part 1 - Originating Summons No. 6 Affidavit Verifying Indorsement Under O. 27, r. 6
The Part 1 – Originating Summons No. 6 Affidavit Verifying Indorsement under O. 27, r. 6 is a sworn statement used in civil court proceedings in Ireland. It confirms that a document has been properly endorsed according to Order 27, Rule 6 of the Rules of the Superior Courts.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form Part 1 - Originating Summons No. 6 Affidavit Verifying Indorsement Under O. 27, r. 6
The Part 1 – Originating Summons No. 6 Affidavit Verifying Indorsement under O. 27, r. 6 is a sworn statement used in civil court proceedings in Ireland. It confirms that a document has been properly endorsed according to Order 27, Rule 6 of the Rules of the Superior Courts.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to have the affidavit sworn before an authorised officer.
- 2Leaving a field blank or illegible
- 3Signing the affidavit without a Commissioner for Oaths
- 4Attaching the wrong document version
- 5Missing the filing deadline
Plain English
When you need to prove in court that a paper has been signed or marked correctly, you fill out this affidavit. It is a simple written oath that a solicitor or other authorised person signs to show the endorsement is valid.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The affidavit must be filed with the originating summons before the court sets a hearing date, typically within 14 days of the summons being issued.
- 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 need to verify an endorsement under Order 27, Rule 6.
- Use with an originating summons for a civil claim.
- Do not use for criminal matters or family law cases.
- If the endorsement relates to a statutory declaration, a different form is required.
- When the endorsed document is a deed, a deed‑specific affidavit may be needed.
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Use this form or another form?
No endorsement needed
No verification required
✓ Confirm the rule applies
Criminal case
Different procedural rules
✓ Use the Criminal Courts Service form
Family law matter
Different service rules
✓ Check the Family Law Rules
Deadline or filing window
The affidavit must be filed with the originating summons before the court sets a hearing date, typically within 14 days of the summons being issued.
Before you submit
- 1All required fields are completed
- 2Signature is present and dated
- 3Affidavit is sworn before an authorised officer
- 4Correct endorsed document is attached
- 5Form is the latest version
- 6Copies are made for each party
- 7Cover letter includes case reference
- 8Postage is prepaid if sending by mail
- 9Electronic filing confirmation received (if applicable)
- 10File number is recorded on the top of the form
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct form from the Courts Service website or registry
- 2Complete the form in black ink, legibly
- 3Have the affidavit sworn before a Commissioner for Oaths
- 4Attach the endorsed document and any supporting evidence
- 5File the original at the appropriate court registry or upload via e‑filing
- 6Obtain a receipt or filing confirmation
Known limitations
- 1Only applicable to endorsements under Order 27, Rule 6
- 2Not valid for electronic signatures without a sworn statement
- 3Does not replace a formal deed of assignment
- 4May not be accepted if the court requires a different version of the 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
- Confirm the form header shows Part 1 – Originating Summons No. 6
- Check that the rule reference is O. 27, r. 6
- Verify the date of the latest revision on the first page
- Ensure the signature block includes space for a Commissioner for Oaths
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number inferred from user input
- SRCRule reference O. 27, r. 6 inferred from form name
- SRCFiling location (court registry) based on standard Courts Service practice
- SRCSwearing before Commissioner for Oaths standard for Irish affidavits
- SRCE‑filing availability noted from Courts Service e‑filing portal information
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact deadline of 14 days
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific version revision date
Common confusion points
Mixing up Order 27, Rule 6 with other endorsement rules
Using a non‑sworn affidavit
Attaching a draft instead of the final endorsed document
Submitting to the wrong court (e.g., District vs. Circuit)
Leaving the date field blank or using the wrong format
Assuming electronic filing is available for all courts
Not providing a cover letter with the case reference
Failing to keep a copy for personal records
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