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Form Part 2 - Appearance No. 3 Memorandum of Appearance to Third Party Notice
The Part 2 – Appearance No. 3 Memorandum of Appearance to Third Party Notice is a court form used when a party wishes to formally appear in response to a third‑party notice in a civil case. It is filed with the Courts Service of Ireland during the appearance stage of the proceedings.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form Part 2 - Appearance No. 3 Memorandum of Appearance to Third Party Notice
The Part 2 – Appearance No. 3 Memorandum of Appearance to Third Party Notice is a court form used when a party wishes to formally appear in response to a third‑party notice in a civil case. It is filed with the Courts Service of Ireland during the appearance stage of the proceedings.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is filing after the court‑set deadline, which can lead to a loss of the right to appear.
- 2Missing the filing deadline
- 3Leaving out the third‑party notice reference number
- 4Signing the form incorrectly
- 5Sending the form to the wrong court registry
Plain English
If you have been served a notice that someone else is joining a case, you use this form to tell the court you are taking part. It lets the judge know who you are and what you want to say about the third‑party claim.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The form must be filed within the time limit set by the court order, typically 14 days from service of the third‑party notice, unless the court has granted an 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 been served a third‑party notice in a civil matter.
- Use instead of a standard Appearance form when the notice specifically involves a third party.
- Use when the court order requires a Memorandum of Appearance rather than a simple written statement.
- Use if you need to record your address and contact details for service of further documents.
- Use when you intend to contest or agree with the third‑party claim.
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Standard Appearance
For ordinary appearances without third‑party notice
✓ Verify if a third‑party notice exists
Notice of Opposition
To formally oppose a third‑party claim
✓ Use only after filing this Memorandum
Application for Extension of Time
When you miss the appearance deadline
✓ Seek court permission before the deadline expires
Deadline or filing window
The form must be filed within the time limit set by the court order, typically 14 days from service of the third‑party notice, unless the court has granted an extension.
Before you submit
- 1Correct case number entered
- 2Third‑party notice reference included
- 3All required contact details filled in
- 4Form signed and dated by the party or authorised representative
- 5Supporting documents attached (if any)
- 6Copy retained for personal records
- 7Delivery method (post, in‑person, e‑Filing) matches court instructions
- 8Postage or delivery receipt kept
- 9Check that the correct court registry is addressed
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest form from courts.ie.
- 2Complete all sections in black ink or via the e‑Filing system.
- 3Sign and date the form.
- 4Attach any required annexes (e.g., proof of service).
- 5Deliver the form to the appropriate court registry before the deadline.
- 6Obtain a receipt or confirmation of filing.
- 7File a copy with your own records.
Known limitations
- 1Form only applies to civil cases involving a third‑party notice.
- 2Electronic filing may not be available in all courts.
- 3No guidance on substantive arguments – only appearance details.
- 4If the form is incomplete, the court may reject it without prejudice.
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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 latest version (2023 revision). No major changes have been announced, but always verify the version on the Courts Service website before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the form header for the 2023 revision date.
- Confirm the court registry address listed matches the current case location.
- Verify whether electronic filing is now accepted for this form.
- Ensure any new fields (e.g., email address) are completed if present.
- Review the instructions page for any updated deadline calculations.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from user prompt.
- SRCIssuing agency (Courts Service of Ireland) inferred from prompt.
- SRCPurpose and timing inferred from typical court procedures for third‑party notices.
- SRCSubmission methods based on standard Courts Service filing options.
- SRCDeadlines inferred from general Rules of the Superior Courts.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact deadline length and electronic filing availability.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Appearance No. 3 with Appearance No. 1 forms.
Leaving the third‑party notice reference blank.
Submitting to the wrong court registry.
Assuming electronic filing is automatically available.
Failing to attach the notice of third‑party claim as required.
Using an outdated version of the form.
Not signing the form or using an unauthorized signature.
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