Other Immigration Services
Judicial Review Support
Help organizing an immigration decision and application records for review by a licensed lawyer.
Overview
Judicial review asks the Federal Court to examine whether a decision was lawful and reasonable. It is different from a new application or an appeal that reconsiders the merits. Permission from the Court, called leave, is generally required for immigration judicial review.
Under immigration law, filing deadlines are generally 15 days for a matter arising in Canada and 60 days for a matter arising outside Canada, calculated from notification or awareness of the decision. Citizenship proceedings have their own rules. A lawyer should confirm the applicable deadline promptly; waiting for GCMS notes does not extend it.
Our role is to help assemble the decision and application history for a licensed lawyer who handles the court proceeding. Starting judicial review does not by itself stop removal, and a successful review does not guarantee approval of the underlying application.
Who may consider this: People considering a Federal Court challenge to an immigration, refugee, or citizenship decision.
Eligibility Considerations
- A decision or other matter that may be reviewable by the Federal Court
- Prompt legal assessment of the filing deadline and potential grounds
- Access to the decision and underlying application records
How It Works
Decision & Date Check
We identify the decision, when you received it, and any urgent removal correspondence.
Lawyer Referral
We help you seek legal assessment of the court options and deadline.
File Organization
We assemble your submissions, correspondence, and supporting records for counsel.
Court Proceeding
Your licensed lawyer advises on and handles filings, legal arguments, and any stay motion.
Immigration Follow-Up
If the matter returns for reconsideration, we assist with the immigration file within our authorized scope.
Documents You May Need
Document requirements vary by applicant and pathway — not every applicant needs every item below. We confirm your specific list during an assessment.
- Decision letter and evidence of when you received it
- Complete application or tribunal record available to you
- Correspondence, supporting documents, and existing GCMS notes
- Any removal notice or other urgent deadline correspondence
Common Issues to Watch For
These are presented to help you prepare, not to cause concern — most are avoidable with careful preparation.
- Waiting for file notes before obtaining advice about a filing deadline
- Expecting judicial review to provide automatic approval or a stay of removal
- Providing counsel with an incomplete application history
How We Help
- Organize the immigration file so counsel can assess it efficiently
- Highlight missing records and urgent correspondence
- Coordinate immigration follow-up with your lawyer where appropriate
Frequently Asked Questions
Will an immigration consultant represent me in Federal Court?+
Our service is file preparation and coordination. A licensed lawyer handles court representation and legal advice on the proceeding.
Should I wait for GCMS notes?+
Seek legal advice promptly. A request for notes does not pause the filing deadline.
Does a successful review mean approval?+
Usually the matter returns for a new decision. The Court does not ordinarily replace the immigration officer's decision with an approval.
The information on this website is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Immigration policies, fees, processing times, and eligibility requirements change frequently. Please verify current requirements with official government sources or a qualified immigration professional before making decisions.