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What Is a Trust in Kenyan Law? An Overview

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Many people meet the word “trust” in conversation about family land, a late parent’s estate, or shares in a family company. In Kenyan law, a trust is a practical and flexible arrangement, and understanding the basics helps you decide whether one fits your situation. What is a trust under Kenyan law? A trust exists when … Read more

How to File a Commercial Suit in the High Court at Milimani

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A customer has stopped paying, a joint venture has broken down, and correspondence has achieved nothing. Sooner or later the question becomes practical: how does a commercial suit actually begin in the High Court at Milimani? Where should a commercial dispute be filed? The High Court has unlimited original jurisdiction in civil matters, and much … Read more

Hiring Your First Employees in Kenya: A Contracts and Compliance Checklist

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Taking on your first employees is a milestone for any business. It also marks the point where employment law applies to you in full. The duties are manageable if you prepare for them early, and this checklist sets out the contracts, registrations and records that put a first hire on a proper footing. What should … Read more

Work Permits in Kenya: Classes and General Requirements

You have been offered a role in Nairobi, or you are planning to build a business here, and the first question is legal: what permission do you need to live and work in Kenya? What is a work permit in Kenya? Under the Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act 2011 and the Kenya Citizens and Foreign … Read more

The Small Claims Court in Kenya: How It Works and What It Can Hear

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Not every disagreement justifies a suit in the High Court. For smaller debts and straightforward claims, Kenya’s Small Claims Court offers a swifter and less expensive route. This article explains what the court can hear, how the process runs, and when professional advice still earns its keep. What is the Small Claims Court in Kenya? … Read more

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