Legal Education Appeals Tribunal
An independent tribunal constituted on an ad hoc basis to hear and determine appeals against Council decisions on accreditation licences.
About the Tribunal
The Legal Education Appeals Tribunal is established under Section 79 of Act 1170. It is constituted on an ad hoc basis to consider appeals against specific decisions of the Council relating to accreditation licences.
The Tribunal provides an independent and impartial avenue for institutions aggrieved by CLET decisions, with further appeals lying to the High Court on points of law.
Tribunal Membership
Who May Appeal
An institution aggrieved by a Council decision may appeal to the Tribunal within twenty-one days after the date of the decision.
- Grant or refusal of an accreditation licence
- Terms and conditions attached to an accreditation licence
- Suspension of an accreditation licence
- Revocation of an accreditation licence
Notice of Appeal Requirements
Appeals Process
Lodge Notice of Appeal
Submit a written notice of appeal within 21 days of the Council's decision, specifying the decision, the legal provisions, and grounds for appeal.
Act 1170 · s.84
Tribunal Convened
The Tribunal convenes to hear the appeal within 30 days after receipt of the notice of appeal.
Act 1170 · s.84(3)
Hearing
The Tribunal considers the appeal. Rules of procedure govern the conduct of hearings, as drafted by the Board and published in the Gazette and on this website.
Act 1170 · s.83
Decision
The Tribunal may overturn the decision, partially allow the appeal, or dismiss the appeal and uphold the Council's decision. Partial allowance may modify the decision on conditions the Tribunal considers appropriate.
Act 1170 · s.85
Further Appeal
A party dissatisfied with the Tribunal's decision may appeal to the High Court on a point of law only, within thirty days after the Tribunal's decision.
Act 1170 · s.86
Tribunal Administration
Registrar
The Board appoints a Registrar to manage the administrative affairs of the Tribunal and other necessary staff for its efficient and effective operation.
Expenses
The expenses of the Tribunal are a charge on the funds of CLET under Section 82.
Rules of Procedure
The Board shall, within 90 days of constitution, draft and publish rules of procedure in the Gazette and on the CLET website. Rules are approved by a panel of the Tribunal.