Litigation & Recourse

Appeals & Recourse

Representation before IRB (IAD, RAD), Federal Court judicial review, judicial review. Aggressive defense of your rights.

REPRESENTATION

Strict Deadlines to Respect

Most appeals have deadlines of 15 to 60 days. After this deadline, you lose your right to appeal. Consult us immediately after a refusal.

Types of Appeals & Recourse

Immigration Appeal Division (IAD)

Appeal of family sponsorship refusals (spouse, children, parents). Deadline: 30 days after notification.

  • ✓ Hearing before member
  • ✓ Legal arguments and humanitarian grounds
  • ✓ Testimonies and cross-examinations

Refugee Appeal Division (RAD)

Review of asylum refusal by Refugee Protection Division. Deadline: 15 days.

  • ✓ Review on record (no hearing generally)
  • ✓ New evidence accepted under conditions
  • ✓ Final decision or referral to RPD

Judicial Review (Federal Court)

Challenge legality of IRCC or IRB decision. Deadline: 15 to 60 days depending on type.

  • ✓ Error of law or determinative fact
  • ✓ Breach of procedural fairness
  • ✓ Unreasonable decision

Our Litigation Approach

Appeals require precise legal expertise. We prepare comprehensive legal memorandums identifying errors in the officer's decision.

  • Analysis of refusal reasons and decision notes
  • Legal research and jurisprudence
  • Complete legal memorandum
  • Representation at hearing (if applicable)

GCMS Notes - Essential Tool

Before filing an appeal, we obtain your complete IRCC file (GCMS notes) to understand exactly why the officer refused.

What GCMS Notes Reveal

Officer's detailed notes, internal communications, assessment criteria used, specific concerns. Essential to build effective appeal strategy.

Urgent Consultation

Contact us immediately after receiving a refusal. Deadlines are strict.