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Form Part I - Evidence: No. 4 Subpoena to a Witness To Be Examined Touching a Testementary Paper
Part I – Evidence: No. 4 is a subpoena issued by the Courts Service of Ireland to compel a witness to attend court and be examined about a testamentary paper (e.g., a will). Use it when a party needs a witness to give evidence on the contents or execution of a will.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form Part I - Evidence: No. 4 Subpoena to a Witness To Be Examined Touching a Testementary Paper
Part I – Evidence: No. 4 is a subpoena issued by the Courts Service of Ireland to compel a witness to attend court and be examined about a testamentary paper (e.g., a will). Use it when a party needs a witness to give evidence on the contents or execution of a will.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to sign the subpoena before filing.
- 2Incorrect witness address prevents service
- 3Missing case number or docket reference
- 4Failing to sign the form
- 5Submitting the wrong version of the form
Plain English
If you need someone to come to court and talk about a will, the court sends them this legal notice. It tells the person when, where and what they must bring. The form is a formal way to make sure the witness appears.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no statutory deadline, but the subpoena should be served at least 7 days before the hearing to allow the witness time to attend.
- 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 need a witness to testify about a will or codicil.
- When the witness is not already a party to the probate case.
- When the court has ordered you to obtain further evidence.
- When you require the witness to produce original documents in court.
- When the witness resides outside the county of the court handling the case.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Witness already a party
The witness is already bound by the case
✓ Verify party status first
Request for production of documents only
No oral evidence required
✓ Use if only documents are needed
Form No. 5 (Request for Production)
International witness
Different service rules apply
✓ Check jurisdictional requirements
Form No. 6 (International Subpoena)
Deadline or filing window
There is no statutory deadline, but the subpoena should be served at least 7 days before the hearing to allow the witness time to attend.
Before you submit
- 1Witness name and full address entered correctly
- 2Correct probate case number and court location
- 3Accurate description of the testamentary paper
- 4Form signed by the solicitor or authorised representative
- 5Copy of the will or codicil attached
- 6Date of hearing entered
- 7Checked for spelling errors
- 8Saved a PDF copy for your file
- 9Confirmed postage or delivery method
How to file this form
- 1Download or collect the blank Part I‑Evidence No. 4 form
- 2Complete all required fields in black ink or electronically
- 3Attach the relevant testamentary document
- 4Obtain the solicitor’s signature
- 5Post or hand‑deliver the form to the Central Office of the Courts Service
- 6Obtain a receipt or proof of service
Known limitations
- 1Form only applies to witnesses relating to testamentary papers
- 2Cannot be used for non‑testamentary evidence
- 3Electronic filing may not be available in all courts
- 4Service must comply with the Rules of the Superior Courts
Field map
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->The form is currently the 2023 revision and remains in force. No major changes reported since the last update.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm you have the 2023 version of Part I‑Evidence No. 4
- Check that the court’s address field matches the current Central Office location
- Verify the case number format matches the latest court numbering system
- Ensure the signature block includes the updated title for solicitors
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 19/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from the user prompt
- SRCIssuing agency identified as Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCPurpose inferred from the term “Subpoena to a Witness To Be Examined Touching a Testementary Paper”
- SRCProcedural steps based on typical Irish court filing practice
- SRCDeadline guidance derived from standard service periods in Irish civil procedure
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: exact online portal availability
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: specific signature requirements
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form No. 4 with Form No. 5 (document request)
Leaving the witness address blank, assuming the court will fill it in
Using an outdated form version
Failing to attach a copy of the will
Not allowing enough time for service before the hearing
Signing the form with a non‑authorised person
Submitting to the wrong court office
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