What the subject is about
Administrative law practice involves:
advising clients about issues arising from administrative law matters
advising clients on the relevant law and procedures, and
resolving disputes about administrative law matters through the court or tribunal system or in alternative dispute resolution processes.
This subject covers the fundamental processes in administrative law practice which will enable you to act competently for clients in matters, and includes:
identifying the appropriate legislation
acting in applications under freedom of information legislation
acting in applications for review of administrative decisions
conducting hearings in the relevant forum (or employing alternative dispute resolution procedures)
documenting settlements.
Subject aim
The aim is to assist you to become competent in the following elements of administrative law practice:
1. Conducting administrative law matters
2. Initiating and responding to applications
3. Representing the client.
Subject objectives
At the end of this subject you will be able to demonstrate competence in each element of administrative law practice.
Element 1 Conducting AdministrativeLaw Matters
Unit 1 Advising in Administrative Law Matters
Element 2 Initiating and Responding to Applications
Unit 2 Freedom of Information Applications
Unit 3 Review of Administrative Decisions
Element 3 Representing the Client
Unit 4 Appearing in Administrative Law Matters
Assessment method & value
Assessment of court appearance - 60%
Assessment of file note of advice - 40%