Hi are you going in for JR and if so, is it mandatory to appoint a lawyer.Takes the same time as the wait on a study permit application, most of the cases get settled without hearing at the court. Over 90% chances of study permit getting approved if the applications get reopened. Its a chance and risk is always there, either give up Canada altogether or spare some money and go for a JR.
Can you please let me know the lawyer you are going through