Civil Law

Civil Law deals with a broad range of legal matters. These matters do not involve a criminal offence. Find out more below about a variety of Civil Law topics and how they may apply to you.

You can find links to information about legal advice and mediation, and other support services that may help you with your Civil Law matter.

You can also find our short video on preparing for, and attending, Civil court..

Civil Law matters

Debt

Information on understanding debt, making and responding to a debt claim, and a variety of other Debt-related topics

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Assisted Decision-Making Capacity Act

A guide to the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 including changes to the Ward of Court system

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Small Claims

Information on resolving consumer or business disputes for claims that do not exceed €2,000. You can do this quickly and inexpensively, without the need to employ a solicitor

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Repossession

Information on court procedures where financial institutions commence legal proceedings to possess a property

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Licensing

Information on District and Circuit Court licensing matters. This refers to the official granting of permission to sell alcohol, extend licensing hours, or run a bingo or lottery event, for example

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What to Expect in Court

A guide to court formalities and people you may meet in a courtroom.

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Serving and Proof of Service

Information on serving court documents and providing proof of service.

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More Civil Matters

Information on practices and procedures on other Civil Law matters in the District, Circuit and High Court

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Getting help

Legal Advice and Mediation

Information about legal advice and representation, and mediation, to help you with your Civil Law matter

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Support Services

A link to supports and useful contacts that may be relevant and helpful to your Civil Law matter

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Going to Civil court

Video: Preparing for a Civil Court Hearing

This helpful video will provide you with more information on preparing for, and attending, a Civil court hearing.