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Services and information
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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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High Court Notice – Whit Vacation 2026
Practitioners and Court Users are hereby advised of the arrangements during Whit Vacation 2026.
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High Court - New Practice Direction HC141 - Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Compliance
HC141 highlights key provisions of the Mediation Act 2017, the importance of mediation & ADR and reminds court users of potential consequences for failing to comply with obligations.
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Criminal Courts of Justice – Dublin – District Criminal Court – Court 8 – Adjournment: Wednesday 27 May 2026
The sitting of Dublin District Criminal Court, Court 8 scheduled to sit on 27 May is adjourned to 21 September 2026.
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Update: Newcastle West - Limerick - District Criminal Court - Change of start time - 26 May 2026
The District Court Criminal sitting of 26 May 2026 will now start at the originally scheduled time of 10.30am