To avoid unwanted posts in the future, what's the time limit? Given that the thread is still available for viewing on the CAG site, is it still being read? Is there a way to check? I thought people might still read it and would appreciate a constructive comment.

Well done, but a few points. Is there a rule that a judge must be expert in the area of law for the case he/she is hearing? You should have had a copy of the statutes or decisions which you intended to refer available for the judge to see. If you want the court to help, you must make an effort to present your case properly. Is it enough to be willing to recite the section of the law to the judge? As for her taking your notes for herself, you should have provided the court with a copy of all your notes which you intended to use. She left you to rely on memory so it seems she wanted to demean you and interfere with your ability to present your case. Having said that, her decision was overturned at the appeal which leaves an official record of her being wrong.