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Judicial review, constitutional motions and challenges to public authority decisions.
When a State actor — a government department, a public authority, a regulatory body — makes a decision that affects an individual or business, that decision must be made lawfully. When it is not, the courts have the power to review it.
We act for individuals and businesses in matters where a public authority’s decision or conduct has caused harm or is being challenged on legal grounds.
Public law matters move quickly at certain stages and slowly at others. Time limits for filing judicial review applications are short — typically three months — and the consequences of missing them are severe. Our first task is identifying whether a matter is suitable for public law proceedings and whether the limitation position allows them.
Mr Paul has appeared regularly before the Equal Opportunity Tribunal and the High Court in matters involving public bodies, and brings that procedural experience to every administrative law matter the firm handles.
Judicial review is the process by which the High Court reviews the lawfulness of decisions made by public authorities. The court examines the legality, rationality and procedural fairness of the decision — not whether the court would have made the same decision.
Generally, three months from the date of the decision being challenged. Time runs from the date of the decision, not from the date the applicant becomes aware of it, although this can be the same date in many cases.
The court can quash a decision, prohibit further action, compel a public authority to perform a duty, or grant declaratory relief. Damages are sometimes available where the breach also gives rise to a private law cause of action.
Book a consultation. We respond to every enquiry within one business day. Our initial conversation is straightforward — we listen, ask the questions that matter, and tell you honestly where you stand.
Book a Consultation Or call +1 (868) 712-7971Constitutional and administrative law services from Jesse Paul & Co. Attorneys-at-Law, San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago: judicial review of public authority decisions, constitutional motions, Equal Opportunity Tribunal proceedings, regulatory challenges, public procurement disputes, freedom of information matters, and appeals from administrative tribunals. Call or WhatsApp +1 (868) 712-7971.