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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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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.
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Dublin Metropolitan District Court - Civil - Change of Venue - From Court 23 to Court 8
Due to fire and accessibility works on the ground floor of the Gandon Building, for the remainder of August 2026, Court 23 shall sit in Court 8 Áras Uí Dhálaigh.
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High Court - Urgent Vacation Sittings - Change of Venue - From Court 6 to Court 1
Due to fire and accessibility works on the ground floor of the Gandon Building, High Court urgent vacation sittings will move from Court 6 to Court 1 from 20 August 2026
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Supreme Court Annual Report 2025 published
The Supreme Court has published its 2025 Annual Report, which provides an overview of the work of the Court both inside and outside of the courtroom.
