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Annual Licensing Court
Find information about annual licence renewals, application requirements and the 2026 annual licensing court dates.
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Marriage, separation and divorce
Find out all you need to know about divorce proceedings in Ireland as well as information on separations and annullments.
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Representing yourself in court
Guidance for people going to court without a solicitor or barrister. Find out how to prepare, what to expect in court, and what supports may be available.
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Probate
Learn how to deal with the estate of someone who has died. There are different types of probate depending on the circumstances of the person who died.
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Arrangements for children
Covers guardianship, custody, access, and child passport issues. Find out your rights, how to apply, what to do if served, and where to get legal advice, mediation, or support services.
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Maintenance payments
Maintenance is money paid for the support of a child, spouse or partner. Find out about the different arrangements.
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Jury service
Learn how to respond to your summons, what to expect on the day, and how to ask to be excused if needed.
Annual licensing 2026
Learn more about school tours, resources for students and information about the history of the courts in Ireland.
Learn moreNews & Updates
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The ceremony to mark the opening of the legal year 2026 took place in the Round Hall Four Courts at 11am this morningThe New Legal year has begun with an opening Ceremony in the Four Courts addressed by Judge Tomoko Akane, President International Criminal Court, The Hon. Mr. Justice Donal O’Donnell, Chief Justice of Ireland, and Supreme Court Judge, Ms Justice Aileen Donnelly , Chairperson of the Courts Service
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Dublin – Dolphin House – District Court Family Law – Court Cancelled – Today – 5 October 2026
Dublin Family Law District Courts in Dolphin House, Courts 40 and 49 are unable to sit today. The office remains open and will prioritise Domestic Violence applications.
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Assignments of High Court Judges - Michaelmas Term 2026
The President of the High Court has assigned the following judges of the High Court to be the Judge in Charge of the following High Court lists for the Michaelmas Term 2026.
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The Irish Courts Podcast returns with Series 3 this October
Listeners can look forward to 5 new episodes in Series 3, releasing every fortnight from Monday 12 October 2026.
