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Top-Rated Lawyers in Kenya: Your Complete Guide for 2025

Corporate & Commercial law Employment & Labour Relations Family Law Immigration Law Privacy & Data Protection Real Estate LawTop-Rated Lawyers in Kenya: Your Complete Guide for 2025

January 18, 20250

In Brief : Discover the top-rated lawyers in Kenya for 2025. Learn how to choose the best legal professionals for your needs, explore leading legal services, and stay ahead of emerging legal trends. Introduction Kenya’s legal landscape is evolving rapidly in 2025, driven by economic growth, technological advancements, and increasing globalization. Businesses and individuals alike...

Real Estate LawCaution on Land in Kenya: How Caveats Prevent Property Disputes

October 18, 20240

Introduction In Kenya, caution on land and your land ownership transactions are governed by a robust legal framework aimed at protecting the rights of landowners and interested parties. Among the legal tools available to safeguard interests in land are cautions and caveats. These mechanisms serve as warnings or restrictions placed on the land register, preventing...

Employment & Labour RelationsUNFAIR TERMINATION: LEGAL PROTECTIONS AND REMEDIES

October 15, 20240

UNFAIR TERMINATION: LEGAL PROTECTIONS AND REMEDIES Unfair termination is a significant concern for employees in Kenya, where labour laws are designed to protect workers from wrongful dismissal. Under the Employment Act, 2007, employers are required to follow fair procedures and provide valid reasons before terminating an employee. Failure to do so can result in claims...

Family LawUNDERSTANDING CHILD CUSTODY AND MAINTANANCE IN KENYA

September 27, 20240

Understanding Child Custody and Maintenance in Kenya A Comprehensive Guide to Legal Guardianship and Child Support Child custody and maintenance in Kenya are critical aspects of family law governed by a combination of statutes such as the Children Act, the Constitution of Kenya, and precedents set by case law. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding...

Real Estate LawPROCESS OF REPLACING A LOST TITLE DEED IN KENYA

September 26, 20240

REPLACEMENT OF A LOST TITLE IN KENYA The process of replacing a lost Title is as follows: The first step would be reporting the matter to the police station and obtaining a police abstract. The registered proprietor should submit a copy of the title (if any) or title number or an Identification Card to help...

Immigration LawPROCESS OF ACQUIRING CITIZENSHIP IN KENYA

September 17, 20240

PROCESS OF ACQUIRING CITIZENSHIP IN KENYA Article 13(2) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 provides that Citizenship may be acquired either through birth or registration. Kenya offers two pathways to citizenship: one is either born a citizen or can be registered as a citizen after; Residing in Kenya on the authority of a permit for...

Family LawGROUNDS FOR DIVORCE IN KENYA

September 16, 20240

Understanding Divorce Laws and Grounds for Dissolution in Different Marriages in Kenya Although marriage is a sacred and beautiful union, often considered a divine institution across various religions, it is also the only war where you sleep with your enemy. In some instances, the war becomes unbearable, leading to the union’s dissolution. This dissolution...

Family LawINTESTATE SUCCESSION IN KENYA: RULES AND CONSIDERATIONS FOR ESTATE DISTRIBUTION

July 29, 20240

INTESTATE SUCCESSION IN KENYA: RULES AND CONSIDERATIONS FOR ESTATE DISTRIBUTION. Intestate Succession In Kenya According to the Law of Succession Act Cap 160, Laws of Kenya, Intestacy occurs where a person dies without having made a will or the person’s attempt to die testate fails upon the invalidation of his will or the person revokes...

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