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Services and information
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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.
News & Updates
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Annual licensing court dates 2026 publishedCourt dates for the 2026 annual licensing court are now available for every District Court area, including Dublin. Applications must be lodged at least 21 days before the relevant court date, and early preparation is strongly recommended. A couple of variants depending on the angle you want to lead with:
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Update: Carlow - Circuit Court - Jury Notice - 28 July 2026 now cancelled
Jury panel that attended Carlow Circuit Court on 21 July which was asked to attend instead on Tuesday morning 28 July are now not required on that date.
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Dublin Metropolitan District - District Court - Vacation Sittings - Summer 2026
Vacation sittings for the Dublin Metropolitan District
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Dublin - Circuit Family Court - County Registrars Family Law List - Change of Venue - 29 July 2026
The County Registrars Family Law List for 29 July has been moved to Court 35, First Floor, Áras Uí Dhálaigh.