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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON LAND – PART II
HOW DO I TRANSFER LAND IN KENYA? Conduct a search. A search is a document from the Land Registry showing the details…
Victory Wanjohi · 2 min read
Why Is It Important to Do a Historical Land Registry Search in Kenya?
On 28th June 2019, the Environment and Land Court at Nairobi made it clear that before one transacts in any piece of land, he or she has as part of due diligence to conduct a historical search of the land in question to ascertain if there are overriding interests affecting that land.
Victory Wanjohi · 4 min read
Shareholders’ Agreement
All relationships have the capacity to end: friends, spouses, children, you name it, anyone can turn their back on you. You may think that when it gets to that point, you would just remove the troublesome shareholder and life would move on.
Felicia Solomon · 3 min read
How Do You Treat Your Security Guard?
According to the law, a casual worker that has worked at the same place of employment for more than 90 continuous days is deemed a permanent employee.
MMS Advocates · 2 min read
Transactions Exempted From Capital Gain Tax in Kenya
In the 2019/20 budget read on 13th June 2019, the Treasury Cabinet Secretary announced an increase in capital tax by…
Victory Wanjohi · 3 min read
How to De-register a Company in Kenya
Let’s face it: entrepreneurship is not for everyone. After trying your hand at running a business entity and it doesn’t…
Victory Wanjohi · 3 min read
Procedure of Adopting a Child in Kenya
Every foreigner wishing to adopt a child should be sponsored by social or child welfare agency recognized by the Government…
MMS Advocates · 1 min read
Adopting a Child in Kenya
Taking in a new member into your family may sometimes prove to be a hard task. Apart from being overwhelmed…
Victory Wanjohi · 4 min read
Intellectual Property
The world celebrated the World Intellectual Property Day on 26th April, with this year’s theme being ‘Reach for Gold: Intellectual…
Victory Wanjohi · 3 min read
How Foreigners Can Start and Run a Business in Kenya: A Comprehensive Guide
Information on how foreigners in Kenya can start and run businesses is often sparse and ambiguous. Most articles addressing business…
Victory Wanjohi · 5 min read
Starting a Business in Kenya: A Comprehensive Guide for Entrepreneurs
Starting a Business in Kenya: A Comprehensive Guide for Entrepreneurs Formal employment is becoming less popular due to its limited…
Victory Wanjohi · 5 min read
Examination Tips for Expert Witnesses
Accepting Statements The expert witness of a case may need to refute certain statements that another witness or the lawyer…
Victory Wanjohi · 3 min read
Understanding Pre-Construction Agreements and Letters of Intent: Key Differences and Importance
Understanding Pre-Construction Agreements and Letters of Intent: Key Differences and Importance Pre-construction agreements and letters of intent are crucial components…
Victory Wanjohi · 3 min read
Defamation Lawsuits – Key Issues a Lawyer Considers When Deciding to Take a Case
Defamation Lawsuits – Key Issues a Lawyer Considers When Deciding to Take a Case The Initial Meeting When the affected…
Victory Wanjohi · 3 min read
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