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Administrative Law

Has a government department, council or regulator made a decision that affects you or your business? We can help you review it and understand your appeal options.

How we help

When a government department, council or regulator makes a decision that affects you or your business, you usually have options — but the time limits are often short. We explain where you stand and the review or appeal paths available.

We act on administrative and government-decision matters for individuals and businesses across NSW.

  • Challenging government decisions
  • Council decisions & refusals
  • Government department decisions
  • Licence appeals
  • Regulatory decisions
  • Administrative review
  • Environmental & planning-related matters

Common questions

Often yes. Many decisions carry a right of internal review, tribunal review or appeal. We assess the decision and explain the realistic options and deadlines.

Review and appeal periods are usually short — sometimes only days or weeks from the decision. Contact us as soon as you receive it so no option is lost.

Yes — including licence refusals, suspensions and conditions, and decisions by regulators and government departments.