Paul Crampton
Paul Crampton is the Chief Justice of the Federal Court of Canada, having served in this role since 2011. He is known for his expertise in constitutional law and has presided over significant cases that explore the boundaries of governmental powers and individual rights. His leadership in the court is marked by a commitment to expediting urgent matters, as demonstrated by his decision to fast-track the hearing regarding Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's prorogation of Parliament.
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Chief Justice Paul Crampton concluded that Justin Trudeau's prorogation of Parliament was legal.
Federal government aims to overturn judicial vacancies ruling in Monday hearing
Canada· 2025-04-07
Federal Court Chief Justice Paul Crampton ruled on the legal challenge against Trudeau.
Federal Court dismisses challenge of Trudeau’s move to prorogue ParliamentCanada· 2025-03-07
Paul Crampton is the Chief Justice of the Federal Court who is expediting the hearing on the prorogation challenge.
Novel legal challenge seeks to force MPs back to work after Prime Minister prorogued Parliament until late MarchCanada· 2025-02-13
