Requesting a court decision

Requesting a court decision is the process of obtaining a copy of a court ruling that has legal force and can be used for various purposes both in Ukraine and abroad. This document may be necessary to confirm the rights, interests, or obligations of the parties involved in the case before judicial or government authorities, as well as in international legal processes.

When Might You Need a Court Decision?

• For enforcing a court decision. In cases where enforced execution of the court ruling is needed through the enforcement service.
• For filing an appeal or cassation. A copy of the decision is required to file an appeal or cassation complaint.
• For submitting documents abroad. In cases where recognition or enforcement of a Ukrainian court decision in another country is required.
• For participation in international legal processes. A copy of the decision can be used to defend rights and interests in international courts.
• For notarial actions. When formalizing transactions involving real estate or other legally significant assets.
• For inheritance cases. When a court decision confirms inheritance rights.
• For corporate and financial disputes. The document may be required to settle commercial or financial disputes both in Ukraine and abroad.

How to Obtain a Copy of a Court Decision in Ukraine?

1. Submitting an application. A written application must be submitted to the court’s office requesting a copy of the decision. The application should include case details (number, parties, date of the decision) and justify the need for the document.
2. Preparing documents. Copies of a passport or other identity document may be required, and in some cases, a power of attorney if a representative is submitting the request.
3. Paying the court fee. In most cases, a state fee is charged for requesting a copy of the court decision. The fee amount may vary depending on the court and the case.
4. Receiving the copy. After submitting the application and paying the fee, the court prepares the copy and notifies the applicant when it is ready for collection. This process can take several days depending on the court’s workload and the complexity of the case.

Legalization of a Court Decision

Apostille. For countries that are part of the Hague Convention, an apostille is sufficient. The apostille confirms the authenticity and legal validity of the document.

Consular legalization. For countries not part of the Hague Convention, the court decision must be legalized through consular channels, which may involve several stages of verification and certification.

Timeframes for Requesting a Court Decision

The time needed to obtain a copy of a court decision depends on various factors, including the court’s workload and the nature of the case. On average, the process takes 5 to 10 business days. In urgent cases, expedited processing may be possible, but this requires additional coordination and may result in increased costs.

How to Request a Court Decision from Etalon Translation Bureau?

• Call our office or submit a request on our website.
• Provide information about the court decision (case number, court, date of the decision).
• Discuss the process, timeframes, and cost with our specialists.
• If necessary, we also offer document translation and legalization services.

Requesting a court decision in Ukraine is a responsible process that requires a careful approach and compliance with legal formalities. Etalon Translation Bureau guarantees full support at all stages of this process, offering high-quality service, adherence to deadlines, and legal precision. Contact us, and we will provide comfort and professionalism when handling court documents.