Irish Courts notices issued in early November 2026 highlight several changes affecting District Court, Circuit Court and family law listings in Dublin, Laois and Limerick. The updates include cancelled sittings, an adjourned crime list, a civil repossession date change and guidance concerning domestic violence applications.
Published notices are operational updates, so anyone involved in a case should check the official Courts Service information and contact the relevant court office or legal representative before attending.
Irish Courts notices affecting Dublin family law sittings
Several Dublin family law sittings at Dolphin House and Phoenix House were unable to proceed. The notices cover District Court family law Courts 40, 47 and 49 at Dolphin House, as well as Circuit Family Court Courts 31 and 32 at Phoenix House.
Although the affected Dolphin House courts could not sit on the specified dates, the office remained open and stated that it would prioritise domestic violence applications. This distinction is important for people seeking urgent protection or other domestic violence-related assistance.
Domestic violence order guidance
A separate Dolphin House notice concerns Protection Orders where a Safety Order application was scheduled for hearing on or after 30 September 2026 but the hearing did not proceed because there was no court sitting on the listed date. Applicants should consult the notice, the court office or their solicitor for information about the next procedural step.
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Portlaoise District Court crime list adjourned
The Courts Service announced that crime matters listed at Portlaoise District Court in Laois for Tuesday, 10 November 2026, were adjourned. The notice directs parties to the published details for information about the affected list.
People due to attend should not rely on the original listing alone. They should verify the revised arrangement with the court office, their solicitor or another authorised legal representative.
Limerick civil repossession cases moved
At Merchant’s Quay in Limerick, Circuit Court civil repossession cases previously listed for 14 October 2026 were rescheduled for 10 November 2026. The change affects cases included in the published notice and may be particularly significant for landlords, tenants, lenders and legal practitioners.
Parties should confirm the current hearing date and courtroom arrangements before travelling. The Residential Tenancies Board may also be relevant to some housing disputes, but Circuit Court proceedings should be managed through the court process and appropriate legal advice.
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What court users should do next
- Check the latest Courts Service notice before attending.
- Contact the relevant court office if a listing or date is unclear.
- Speak with a solicitor or legal aid provider where legal advice is needed.
- For urgent domestic violence concerns, seek immediate assistance through the appropriate services.
Key takeaway: These Irish Courts notices may change attendance requirements and hearing dates. Court users should rely on the most recent official update and confirm arrangements directly before taking action.
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