Kemboy Law Advocates v Narok County Government (Miscellaneous Civil Application E073 of 2023) [2024] KEHC 7191 (KLR) (14 June 2024) (Ruling)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 7191
- Citation
- [2024] KEHC 7191 (KLR)
- Decided
- 14 June 2024
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TypeMiscellaneous Civil ApplicationPostureApplicant seeks orders for adoption of the certificate of costsCoramRE ABURILI
Holding
The court finds the advocate entitled to interest at 14% p.a. from the date of the ruling on taxation until payment in full.
Facts
The applicant filed a bill of costs for professional legal services rendered in a constitutional petition. The respondent filed a preliminary objection arguing lack of jurisdiction and abuse of process.
Issues
- Whether the court should enter judgment in terms of the certificate of costs
- Whether the advocate is entitled to interest on the taxed bill of costs
Reasoning
The court considers the provisions of the Advocates Act and the facts of the case, finding that the advocate is entitled to interest on the taxed bill of costs.
Outcome
Judgment for the advocate/ applicant in the sum of Kshs.871,425 plus interest at 14% p.a.
Orders
- Decree to issue forthwith
- Each party to bear their own costs of the application
- Mention before the Deputy Registrar on September 26, 2024 to conrm settlement
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Advocates Act
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