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Services and information
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Annual licensing
Find information about annual licence renewals, application requirements and the 2026 annual licensing court dates.
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Probate
Learn how to deal with the estate of someone who dies. There are many different types of probate depending on the circumstances of the person who died.
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Marriage, separation and divorce
Find out more about separation and the divorce process in Ireland. You can also find out about marriage exemptions.
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Domestic violence
Domestic violence is any act or threat of physical, sexual or emotional violence against you or a family member. Find out what protections are available to you and how you can apply for a court order.
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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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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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After 100 days of launching 45% of grants of probate applications from solicitors are online on the Courts PortalOn 2 June 2026 the Courts Service launched the digitalisation of grants of probate applications on their new online Courts Portal. 100 days later 45% of grants of probate applications from solicitors nationwide are being received online.
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Dublin - Circuit Court - Personal Insolvency - Remote Call over 5 October 2026 after the 10.30 list
Please take note that on Monday 5 of October 2026 a remote Call over of all the Personal Insolvency matters listed for Hearing on the 13 and 14 of October, will take place.
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Dublin – Dolphin House – District Court Family Law – Court Cancelled – Today – 1 October 2026
Dublin Family Law District Courts in Dolphin House, Courts 40, 41 and 49 are unable to sit today. The office remains open and will prioritise Domestic Violence applications.
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Dublin - Cloverhill - Reopening of Cloverhill Courthouse - from 5 October 2026
Following the completion of essential maintenance work, Cloverhill District Court Office will reopen on Monday 5 October 2026