Challenging an administrative decision demands precision about deadlines before precision about arguments. Grievances and appeals are bound by short time limits, and missing them closes the door however defective the decision.
Matters we handle
- Annulment proceedings: against defective administrative decisions.
- Administrative grievances: prepared in the correct form and within time.
- Stay of execution: where consequences would be irreversible.
- Nationality and civil status: records and corrections.
- Disputes with government bodies: and compensation for defective decisions.
- Public employment matters: disciplinary decisions and promotions.
Grounds for challenging a decision
- Lack of competence: the decision was taken by someone without authority.
- Defect of form or procedure: non-compliance with the form required by law.
- Defect of cause: the facts said to justify the decision do not exist.
- Abuse of power: the decision departs from its legitimate purpose.
