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Form Part 2 - Appearance No. 9 Memorandum of Appearance in Statutory Application or Appeal - The High Court
This form is Part 2 of the Appearance No. 9 Memorandum used in statutory applications or appeals before the High Court of Ireland. It should be used when formally entering an appearance in legal proceedings where a statutory application or appeal has been filed.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form Part 2 - Appearance No. 9 Memorandum of Appearance in Statutory Application or Appeal - The High Court
This form is Part 2 of the Appearance No. 9 Memorandum used in statutory applications or appeals before the High Court of Ireland. It should be used when formally entering an appearance in legal proceedings where a statutory application or appeal has been filed.
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Scan points- 1Missing the filing deadline is the most common mistake that can seriously impact your case.
- 2Missing the filing deadline which could result in default judgment
- 3Incorrectly filling out personal details leading to communication issues
- 4Not including the correct case reference number
- 5Filing in the wrong court office
Plain English
This form is part of the paperwork you need if you're involved in a legal case at the High Court that's based on a specific law or statute. It's your official way of telling the court that you're part of the case and will participate in the proceedings.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The filing deadline is typically specified in the original application or appeal documents, usually within 10-21 days of receiving the notice, but this may vary depending on the specific legislation governing the case.
- 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 this form specifically for statutory applications or appeals in the High Court
- This is Part 2 of the Appearance No. 9 form - ensure you're using the correct part
- Only file this form if you've received an application or appeal notice
- Check if there are additional forms required for your specific case
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Deadline or filing window
The filing deadline is typically specified in the original application or appeal documents, usually within 10-21 days of receiving the notice, but this may vary depending on the specific legislation governing the case.
Before you submit
- 1Verify all personal details are correct and up-to-date
- 2Include the correct case reference number
- 3Ensure the form is signed by the authorized person
- 4Check if witness signature is required
- 5Prepare the correct court fee if applicable
- 6Make a copy for your records
- 7Confirm the correct court office for submission
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the correct Part 2 - Appearance No. 9 form
- 2Complete all required sections with accurate information
- 3Sign the form in the presence of a witness if required
- 4Prepare any necessary court fees
- 5Submit the form to the appropriate High Court office
- 6Keep a copy with the court receipt for your records
- 7Notify all other parties of your appearance
Known limitations
- 1This form only covers the appearance aspect - it doesn't address the substantive legal arguments
- 2Electronic filing may not be available for all case types
- 3The form may need to be accompanied by additional documents depending on the case
- 4Court fees may apply and vary depending on the case type
- 5Time limits for appearance may be extended by court order in exceptional circumstances
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Compact field-by-field guide
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->This form is currently in use as part of the standard procedure for statutory applications and appeals in the High Court. No recent changes have been confirmed in official sources.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm if Part 1 of the Appearance form is also required
- Check if witness signature requirements have changed
- Verify if electronic filing options are now available
- Ensure the form references current legislation
- Check if the court fees have been updated
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm name and number confirmed from provided information
- SRCIssuing agency confirmed as Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCPurpose inferred from form title mentioning 'Appearance in Statutory Application or Appeal'
- SRCCourt level confirmed as High Court
- SRCSpecific filing procedures not confirmed in official source
- SRCCurrent form version status not confirmed in official source
- SRCElectronic filing options not confirmed in official source
- SRCCourt fee amounts not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Confusion between Part 1 and Part 2 of the Appearance form
Uncertainty about whether a witness signature is required
Difficulty finding the correct court office for submission
Confusion about the applicable time limits for filing
Uncertainty about whether additional forms are needed
Difficulty understanding the court fee structure
Confusion about how to notify other parties of the appearance
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