On the eve of a complex 40-day merits hearing, a self-represented respondent requested a 30-day adjournment, citing a recent loss of counsel, the need to retain new counsel, and medical issues.
The Capital Markets Tribunal dismissed the request, finding that the respondent failed to establish exceptional circumstances as required by Rule 29(1) of the Rules of Procedure and Forms.
The Tribunal noted the lack of explanation for the loss of counsel, the absence of medical evidence, and the significant disruption and costs an adjournment would cause to the multiple parties and witnesses involved.
