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Form Part 2 - Appearance No. 2 Memorandum of Appearance Limiting Defence
The Part 2 – Appearance No. 2 Memorandum of Appearance Limiting Defence is a court filing used in civil proceedings in Ireland. It lets a defendant formally appear in court while stating that they will not raise a full defence to the claim.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form Part 2 - Appearance No. 2 Memorandum of Appearance Limiting Defence
The Part 2 – Appearance No. 2 Memorandum of Appearance Limiting Defence is a court filing used in civil proceedings in Ireland. It lets a defendant formally appear in court while stating that they will not raise a full defence to the claim.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is filing after the defence deadline has passed.
- 2Missing the 28‑day defence deadline
- 3Incorrect case number or party names
- 4Failing to attach required supporting statements
- 5Submitting to the wrong court registry
Plain English
If you have been sued and you want to acknowledge the case but you do not intend to contest the claim, you file this memorandum. It tells the court you are appearing but you are limiting any defence you might otherwise raise.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The memorandum must be filed before the statutory defence deadline (normally 28 days after service) or any later date set by the judge.
- 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 want to appear in court but only contest part of the claim.
- If you accept the claim but need to raise a narrow defence (e.g., limitation or jurisdiction).
- To avoid a full defence filing when you intend to settle or accept liability.
- When the court specifically orders a limited appearance memorandum.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Full defence needed
Requires detailed defence particulars
✓ Verify you really need a full defence
No defence at all
Simply acknowledges claim
✓ Use only if you accept the claim entirely
Part 2 – Appearance No. 3 (Notice of No Defence)
Bankruptcy case
Different court process
✓ Confirm bankruptcy status before filing
Deadline or filing window
The memorandum must be filed before the statutory defence deadline (normally 28 days after service) or any later date set by the judge.
Before you submit
- 1Correct case number entered
- 2All party names spelled exactly as on the claim
- 3Limited defence wording matches your intended position
- 4Form signed and dated by the defendant or solicitor
- 5Supporting documents attached, if required
- 6Fee paid or fee exemption confirmed
- 7Copy retained for your records
- 8Submission confirmation (receipt or email) saved
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Part 2 – Appearance No. 2 form from courts.ie.
- 2Complete all fields in black ink or via the PDF editor.
- 3Attach any statements limiting your defence.
- 4Pay the filing fee at the court counter or online.
- 5Submit the form in person, by post, or upload via eCourt.
- 6Obtain and keep the filing receipt.
- 7Notify your solicitor (if applicable) that the filing is complete.
Known limitations
- 1Form only applies to civil cases in the High Court, Circuit Court, or District Court.
- 2Does not replace a full defence when a detailed defence is required by the judge.
- 3Electronic submission may not be available for all courts.
- 4Limited defence must be clearly described; vague statements may be rejected.
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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 current as of the 2024 Courts Service amendment and remains in use for all civil matters. No major changes reported in 2025.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the form header for the 2024 version number.
- Confirm the court registry address matches the current location.
- Verify any fee amount listed is up to date.
- Ensure the online filing field names match the PDF sections.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from the user prompt.
- SRCGeneral civil procedure timelines derived from Irish Courts Service practice directions.
- SRCOnline filing via eCourt inferred from Courts Service digital services.
- SRCSpecific fee amount and exact wording not confirmed in official source.
- SRCExact deadline (28 days) based on standard Rules of the Superior Courts, not verified for every case type.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Appearance No. 1 (full defence) with Appearance No. 2 (limited defence).
Assuming the form can be used for criminal matters.
Leaving the ‘limited defence’ description blank or too generic.
Submitting to the wrong court registry because the case was transferred.
Failing to attach a supporting statement when the court requires one.
Not checking whether an online filing option is available for that court.
Forgetting to sign the form before submission.
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