You don't need a court certificate ( to go to court) just for an annual renewal unless there has been a change in the licence of some sort, change in ownership, licence lapsed etc. For a normal renewal you should be able to apply directly to the Excise dept of Revenue or online through ROS. If you are having difficulties renewing, it implies some issue is unresolved, such as no tax clearance or that there has indeed been a change in the licence. Either way, your solicitor or accountant should be able to help. Also I find Revenue officials very helpful so it is unlikely they havent spelled out exactly what the issue is to you?