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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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New Irish Courts Podcast Episode Explores a Forgotten Area of Irish Legal HistoryEpisode 3 of Series 3 now available: Women as Property: The Tort of Criminal Conversation.
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Dublin Family Law District Courts in Dolphin House, Courts 40 & 49 are unable to sit today, November 9
Unfortunately, due to circumstances outside of our control, Dublin Family Law District Courts in Dolphin House, Courts 40 & 49 are unable to sit today. The office remains open and will prioritise Domestic Violence applications. The Courts Service will provide updates as they become available.
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New Court of Appeal Civil Legal Diary available from 9 November
From today, the Court of Appeal Civil Legal Diary has a new, more accessible design. Court lists are clearer and easier to read on mobile phones, tablets and other devices. This is part of a phased rollout of the new legal diary design across the Courts Service. The updated design is already in use for the Circuit Family Law Legal Diary.
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Laois - Portlaoise Courthouse – District Court - Crime – Adjournment – 10 November 2026
Portlaoise District Court Crime matters listed for Tuesday 10 November are adjourned as per details in this notice.
