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NANCY WANJA GATABAKI V ASHFORD MURIUKI MUGWUKU T/A ASHFORS & CO. ADVOCATES [2012] KEHC 5938 (KLR)

[2012] KEHC 5938 (KLR) High Court of Kenya
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Court
High Court of Kenya
Case number
5938
Citation
[2012] KEHC 5938 (KLR)
Decided
25 September 2012
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TypeMiscellaneous Civil ApplicationPostureRespondent's Notice of Motion application dated 12th March 2012 in the High Court of KenyaCoramJ. B. HAVELOCK
Holding

The court directs the Registrar to consult with the Chairman of the Law Society and appoint two assessors to constitute a special court to hear the application.

Facts

The Plaintiff seeks to set aside a fee agreement dated 22nd February, 2012 between the Applicant and the Respondent, and to vary the fee agreement or tax the costs.

Issues

  1. Validity of the fee agreement
  2. Excessive fees
  3. Lack of independent legal advice
  4. Consent orders in previous cases

Reasoning

The court considers the provisions of the Advocates Act and the need for a special court to hear the case due to its civil nature.

Outcome

The application is fixed for hearing before the special court.

Orders

  • Appointment of two assessors to constitute a special court to hear the application

Authorities cited

Legislation (2)
  • Advocates Act Cap 16
  • Civil Procedure Act
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