Civil review
A civil court process used to review a decision, proceeding, record, or exercise of power rather than rehear the full merits as an appeal.
Definition
Civil review can overlap with administrative review, legality review, labour review, or review of lower-court or tribunal proceedings. The practical review should identify the decision or proceedings being challenged, the record, reasons, rule or statute, timing, internal remedies, affected parties, relief sought, and whether appeal, rescission, variation, or review is the correct route.
Key takeaways
A civil court process used to review a decision, proceeding, record, or exercise of power rather than rehear the full merits as an appeal.
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Related legal problems
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Common situations
Review a decision
Tribunal or public-body decision
Appeal versus review question
Related resources
Resources and guides
Court Process Timeline Map
Process resource for summons, notices, pleadings, hearings, judgment, and enforcement milestones.
Civil ProcedureClient Document PackCivil Litigation Consultation Pack
Civil Litigation Consultation Pack: prepare Summons, Notice of motion, Pleadings and identify missing records before legal advice.
Civil ProcedureChecklistAdministrative Review Checklist
Administrative Review Checklist for preparing documents, facts, dates, and questions connected to administrative law.
Administrative LawFAQs
Civil review FAQs
What does Civil review mean?
A civil court process used to review a decision, proceeding, record, or exercise of power rather than rehear the full merits as an appeal.
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