Michael Daud & Associates v National Oil Corporation of Kenya [2017] KEHC 2372 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2372
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 2372 (KLR)
- Decided
- 29 September 2017
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TypeCivilPostureApplication for stay of execution of costs awarded by taxing masterCoramRACHEL NGETICH
Holding
The court dismissed the client's application for stay of execution and ordered the matter to be referred back to the Deputy Registrar for consideration of the costs.
Facts
The National Oil Corporation of Kenya (Client) filed an application seeking to stay execution of costs awarded by Honorable Elizabeth Tanui on 18th May 2017. The costs were awarded in favor of Michael Daud & Associates (Advocate). The Advocate filed a preliminary objection to the application.
Issues
- Whether the client's application constitutes a reference under the Advocates Remuneration Order
- Whether the application for stay of execution is premature
Reasoning
The court found that the client's application did not comply with the Advocates Remuneration Order and did not constitute a reference. The application for stay of execution was premature as there was no judgment to warrant such an order.
Outcome
Application dismissed
Orders
- Matter referred back to Deputy Registrar for consideration of costs
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Advocates Act (Remuneration) Order
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