This is the only book of its kind providing a practical, comprehensive introduction to administrative law and practice for staff and members of administrative tribunals and agencies. New and experienced legal practitioners in administrative law can also use this resource to prepare for appearances before administrative tribunals.

Inside you'll discover:

• An introduction to the components, functions, origins, and sources of law
• The development of administrative law and the reasons for creating administrative tribunals
• A review of procedural principles governing administrative tribunals
• How decisions of administrative tribunals are prepared and reviewed, including judicial review and appeals
• The role of provincial and federal legislation
• The importance of the decisions of administrative tribunals
• The impact of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and its application to administrative tribunals
• A glossary of frequently used terms helping you to understand and use the language of the law
• Useful advice and guidelines for drafting decisions and checklists ensuring effective preparation of decisions