Admin Law

ADMIN LAW IN AUSTRALIA

H & J Legal Associates offers adept assistance in administrative law matters. Our skilled team guides clients through regulatory issues, government decisions, and administrative disputes. We provide expert representation to ensure fair and lawful outcomes, safeguarding your rights and interests in the complex field of administrative law.

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ADMIN LAW

H & J Legal Associates serves as your trusted resource for administrative law matters. Based in Sydney, Australia, our firm has earned a robust reputation for consistently delivering top-quality legal services in this specialised field.

Our team of experienced administrative law solicitors is highly knowledgeable about the intricacies of administrative legal issues. Whether you are an individual, a business, or a government entity dealing with regulatory matters, we offer expert

guidance to navigate the complex web of administrative laws, regulations, and procedures. Administrative law often involves disputes with government agencies, regulatory compliance, and administrative appeals. We provide comprehensive support to protect your rights, whether you are seeking permits, licenses, addressing disputes, or facing government investigations.

At H & J Legal Associates, we understand that administrative law cases can significantly impact your business, personal interests, or interactions with government authorities. We are committed to delivering practical and effective solutions tailored to your specific situation. Our dedication to professionalism, legal excellence, and a client-focused approach distinguishes us as the ideal choice for managing administrative law challenges.

We ensure that your rights are upheld, and we provide you with the best possible legal representation in administrative proceedings.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Key Principles

Natural Justice/Fairness: Administrative law in Australia is deeply rooted in the principles of natural justice and procedural fairness. This means that individuals affected by administrative decisions have a right to be heard, know the reasons for a decision, and have impartial decision-makers.
Reasonableness: Administrative decisions must be reasonable and rational, based on evidence and relevant considerations. Decisions that are arbitrary or capricious may be challenged.
Legality: Government actions and decisions must be lawful and consistent with applicable legislation. Any exercise of power beyond the scope of the law can be subject to judicial review.

Administrative Decision-Makers

Administrative decisions can be made by a wide range of government bodies, including federal and state government departments, agencies, tribunals, boards, and ministers.

Judicial Review

Individuals who are adversely affected by an administrative decision have the right to seek judicial review in the courts. This involves a court assessing the legality and fairness of the decision.
The Federal Court of Australia and various state and territory courts have jurisdiction over administrative law matters.

Grounds for Judicial Review

Grounds for seeking judicial review can include:
Error of law: Where the decision-maker has made an error of law.
Unreasonableness: Where the decision is so unreasonable that no reasonable decision-maker could have made it.
Procedural unfairness: Where natural justice and procedural fairness principles have been breached.
Jurisdictional error: Where the decision-maker has exceeded their legal authority or failed to exercise their authority properly.

Tribunals

Administrative tribunals, such as the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT), play a crucial role in administrative law. They review government decisions and provide an avenue for reconsideration before a matter goes to court.
Tribunals can hear a wide range of matters, including immigration appeals, social security disputes, and regulatory decisions.

Ombudsman

The Commonwealth and state/territory ombudsman offices are independent bodies that investigate complaints about government actions and decisions. They provide an alternative avenue for resolving administrative disputes.

Statutory Authorities

Some agencies and tribunals in Australia are established by specific legislation and have their own administrative procedures and regulations.
Examples include the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).

Recent Developments

Administrative law in Australia has evolved over time, and changes in government policy and legislation can impact the legal framework. For instance, amendments to immigration laws or changes in environmental regulations can lead to shifts in administrative law principles.

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