Judicial Review of RTB Decisions in British Columbia

Judicial review is a technical process with strict timelines and a limited scope. The court does not re-hear your case. Success depends on identifying reviewable errors and presenting them clearly and efficiently.

I offer a structured, step-by-step approach to help you determine whether to proceed and, if appropriate, prepare a strong application.

My Process

I use a structured, step-by-step approach to assess whether judicial review is appropriate and, if so, to prepare a strong application or response.

Step 1:Initial Consultation

This is a brief, focused consultation to confirm key timelines and understand the basis of your concerns with the RTB decision.

The purpose of this step is to determine whether a judicial review may be appropriate and whether it makes sense to proceed to a full written case assessment

This consultation does not include a detailed review of your documents or legal advice on the merits of your case.

Judicial review deadlines are strict. If you are outside the applicable time limits, your options may be limited.

Step 2:Written Case Assessment

If your matter appears suitable, the next step is a flat-fee written assessment completed after review of your decision and supporting materials. Judicial review is based on the existing record, not new evidence, and this is taken into account in the assessment.

This includes:

• identification of potential grounds for judicial review

• assessment of the strength of your case

• review of any procedural fairness issues

• a clear recommendation on whether to proceed.

This step is designed to give you a realistic, informed basis for deciding whether to move forward.

Step 3: Judicial Review Package

If you decide to proceed, I offer a flat-fee preparation package for clients who wish to move forward without full representation.

This includes:

• Petition (or Petition Response)

• Affidavit in support of the Petition (or Petition Response)

• step-by-step filing instructions (Supreme Court of BC) for filing and service

• structured hearing outline, including suggested speaking points.

This service is focused on preparing a clear, well-structured application or response. Ongoing advice, revisions, or representation are not included unless separately arranged.

The same process applies to both initiating and responding to a judicial review petition, with adjustments depending on your role in the proceeding.

Fees

Flat-fee pricing is used for each stage of this process. Fees are confirmed in advance based on the scope and complexity of your file.

Initial Consultation

$75

A brief, focused consultation to confirm timelines and determine whether a judicial review may be appropriate.

Written Case Assessment

$600

A flat-fee written assessment following review of your RTB decision(s) and supporting materials. This step provides a clear recommendation on whether to proceed.

Judicial Review Package

$2,000+, depending on complexity

A flat-fee document and information package for clients proceeding without full representation. Includes materials, structured guidance, and filing and service instructions.

Fees vary depending on the complexity of the file and will be confirmed before any work is undertaken.

Considering judicial review?

Judicial review deadlines are strict, Early assessment is important.

Start with a focused initial consultation to assess whether it makes sense to proceed.