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Writ of Administrative Mandamus Attorneys

Overview

Writs of Administrative Mandamus are court orders from the Superior Court used to reverse a final decision made by a state or local agency. If you believe that (1) an agency proceeded in a way that violated the law; (2) received an unfair trial; or (3) believe an agency came to a decision not based on evidence, you may be able to recover by filing a Writ of Administrative Mandamus against said agency. 

The Writ of Administrative Mandamus attorneys at Flores Ryan, LLP have expertise in every aspect of California writ procedures, deadlines, and strategies. Our extensive experience on California writs allows us to maximize the chance of favorably resolving the dispute. 

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KEY POINTS

  • A Writ of Administrative Mandamus is a court order from the superior court to review or reverse the final decision or order of an administrative agency's ruling.
  • Pursuant to California Government Code section 11523, unless exempt, an applicant has only 30 days from the effective date of decision to file a writ to petition in the Superior Court.
  • An individual may only appeal a final decision from an administrative agency when it is the last form of relief or when there are no further appeals available to the individual.
  • Pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure Code section 1094.5, unless exempt, administrative mandamus is available for review only for discretionary actions, not ministerial decisions even when an administrative hearing has been held.

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