Appeals to the upper tribunal

This course is essential for anyone who wants to challenge decisions of the First-tier Tribunal (Social Entitlement Chamber) effectively. The main aim of the course is to give you an understanding of what is an error of law, and practice in finding errors of law in the First-tier Tribunal statement of reasons.

The course covers:

• Exploring other ways of changing First-tier Tribunal decisions
• Finding errors of law in the statement of reasons
• Format of an application of appeal to the Upper Tribunal
• Procedures from First-tier to Upper Tribunal
• Preparing submissions to the Upper Tribunal

This course is aimed at advisers with knowledge and experience of being able to find relevant law.

Please note: this is a face-to-face course only.