CERB & CRB –Judicial Review

From CRA to the Federal Court

If CRA’s second review still denies your CERB, CRB, CSRB or CWLB the next step is often a judicial review in the Federal Court. This isn’t a brand new hearing; it’s a legal challenge arguing that CRA’s decision was unreasonable or procedurally unfair.

What I do on judicial review

I take carriage of the full court process, including:

• Drafting and filing the Notice of Application

• Preparing affidavits and compiling the documentary record

• Written and oral argument on why CRA’s decision should be set aside

You get a litigator handling the court rules, deadlines and strategy so you don’t have to learn them under pressure.

Speed and strategy

Compared to second reviews, judicial reviews often move more quickly. Depending on the Court’s schedule and CRA’s response, a judicial review and the follow up “third review” at CRA can sometimes resolve within a couple of months once the process starts. While no outcome or timeline can be guaranteed, a strong, targeted application gives you the best chance at an efficient result.

Joining at any stage

Whether you’re considering judicial review for the first time or already have a hearing date, I can step in and assume full carriage of the file, or work alongside existing counsel if that’s what you prefer.