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Q: Which Kenyan court rules mandate every-10th-line margin numbering on pleadings and records?

Rule 89(5) of the Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 and Rule 16 of the Supreme Court Rules, 2020 require every tenth line on each page of the record and written submissions to be numbered in the margin.

Q: What are the mandatory documents in an Order 11 Trial Bundle under the Civil Procedure Rules?

Under Order 11 Rule 3 & 7 of the Civil Procedure Rules, 2010, a Consolidated Trial Bundle must include an Index of Documents, Pleadings, Case Summary, List of Issues, signed Witness Statements, and Paginated Documentary Exhibits.

Select any Order or Rule below for court bundle pagination requirements, mandatory annexure checklists, every-10th-line margin numbering rules, and Order 50 time computation.

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Civil Procedure Rules 2010

Orders 1 to 54 (Cap 21)

Complete procedural guides for Plaints, Defences, Order 11 Pre-Trial Conferences, Summary Judgment, Injunctions, and Judicial Review.

Court of Appeal Rules 2022

Rules 5(2)(b), 77, 84 & 89

Step-by-step checklists for Notices of Appeal, Rule 89 Primary Records, Rule 90 Supplementary Records, and Written Submissions.

Supreme Court Rules 2020

150-Page Cap & Green Covers

Rule 16(2) volume splitting, mandatory Green cover formatting, and Rule 40 Petition of Appeal bundle structure.

Order 1 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Parties to Suits, Joinder, Misjoinder & Representative Actions

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 1 CPR.

Order 2 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Pleadings Generally, Particulars & Striking Out Pleadings (Rule 15)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 2 CPR.

Order 3 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Frame & Institution of Suit, Track Allocation & Accompanying Documents (Rule 2)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 3 CPR.

Order 4 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Particulars of Plaint, Verifying Affidavit & Register of Civil Suits

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 4 CPR.

Order 5 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 15d Benchmark

Issue and Service of Summons, Electronic Service & Substituted Service

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 15-day timeline computation under Order 5 CPR.

Order 6 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Memorandum of Appearance & Service of Appearance Timelines

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 6 CPR.

Order 7 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Statement of Defence, Set-Off, Counterclaim & Accompanying Bundle (Rule 5)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 7 CPR.

Order 8 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Amendment of Pleadings Without Leave & With Leave of Court

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 8 CPR.

Order 9 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 7d Benchmark

Recognized Agents, Change of Advocates & Notice of Cessation of Acting (Rule 9)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Order 9 CPR.

Order 10 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Interlocutory & Default Judgment for Non-Appearance or Failure to File Defence

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 10 CPR.

Order 11 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 30d Benchmark

Case Management Conference, Pre-Trial Checklists & Trial Bundle Indexing

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Order 11 CPR.

Order 12 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Hearing & Dismissal for Non-Attendance or Reinstatement of Suit

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 12 CPR.

Order 13 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Notice to Admit Facts/Documents & Judgment on Admission (Rule 2)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 13 CPR.

Order 14 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Production, Endorsement, Marking & Return of Documentary Exhibits

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 14 CPR.

Order 15 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Framing of Agreed Statement of Issues for Determination at Trial

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 15 CPR.

Order 16 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 7d Benchmark

Witness Summons, Expenses & Compelling Attendance of Experts

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Order 16 CPR.

Order 17 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 30d Benchmark

Prosecution of Suits, Adjournments & Dismissal for Want of Prosecution (Rule 2)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Order 17 CPR.

Order 18 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Examination of Witnesses, Adoption of Witness Statements & De Bene Esse Evidence

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 18 CPR.

Order 19 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 7d Benchmark

Affidavits, Cross-Examination of Deponents, Jurat & Exhibit Marking Rules

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Order 19 CPR.

Order 20 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Application for Taking of Accounts & Preliminary Decree for Accounts

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 20 CPR.

Order 21 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 21d Benchmark

Pronouncement of Judgment, Contents of Judgment & Extraction of Decree

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 21-day timeline computation under Order 21 CPR.

Order 22 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 15d Benchmark

Execution of Decrees, Notice to Show Cause, Warrants of Attachment & Objection Proceedings

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 15-day timeline computation under Order 22 CPR.

Order 23 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 7d Benchmark

Garnishee Order Nisi & Garnishee Order Absolute (Attachment of Bank Accounts)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Order 23 CPR.

Order 24 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 365d Benchmark

Abatement of Suit on Death of Party & Substitution of Legal Representative within 1 Year

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 365-day timeline computation under Order 24 CPR.

Order 25 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Notice of Withdrawal / Discontinuance & Recording of Consent Judgments

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 25 CPR.

Order 26 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Application for Security for Costs & Dismissal on Failure to Furnish Security

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 26 CPR.

Order 27 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Payment into Court, Acceptance in Satisfaction & Cost Consequences

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 27 CPR.

Order 28 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Commissions to Examine Witnesses, Local Investigations & Referee Reports

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 28 CPR.

Order 29 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 30d Benchmark

Suits Against the Attorney General & Government Proceedings Act Compliance

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Order 29 CPR.

Order 30 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Suits By or Against Partnerships & Sole Proprietorships Trading in Firm Name

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 30 CPR.

Order 31 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Suits Involving Trustees, Executors & Estate Administrators

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 31 CPR.

Order 32 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Next Friend, Guardian Ad Litem & Court Approval of Minor Settlements

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 32 CPR.

Order 33 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Leave to Sue as a Pauper (In Forma Pauperis) & Waiver of Court Filing Fees

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 33 CPR.

Order 34 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Interpleader Originating Summons or Motion by Neutral Stakeholder / Auctioneer

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 34 CPR.

Order 35 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Special Case Stated by Agreement of Parties for Opinion of the Court

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 35 CPR.

Order 36 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Summary Judgment on Liquidated Claims, Recovery of Land & Leave to Defend

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 36 CPR.

Order 37 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 15d Benchmark

Originating Summons for Adverse Possession, Mortgage Foreclosure & Trust Questions

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 15-day timeline computation under Order 37 CPR.

Order 38 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Selection of Test Suit & Stay of Related Multi-Plaintiff Litigation

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 38 CPR.

Order 39 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 7d Benchmark

Mareva-Style Attachment Before Judgment & Furnishing Security Where Defendant Absconds

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Order 39 CPR.

Order 40 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Temporary Injunctions (Giella v Cassman Brown Principles), 14-Day Ex-Parte Limit & Contempt

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 40 CPR.

Order 41 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Appointment, Duties & Enforcement of Accounts of Court-Appointed Receivers

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 41 CPR.

Order 42 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 30d Benchmark

Memorandum of Appeal, Stay of Execution Pending Appeal (Rule 6) & High Court Record of Appeal (Rule 13)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Order 42 CPR.

Order 43 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Appeals as of Right vs. Appeals Requiring Leave of Court Within 14 Days

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 43 CPR.

Order 44 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 30d Benchmark

Application for Leave to Appeal as a Pauper Without Security for Costs

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Order 44 CPR.

Order 45 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 30d Benchmark

Review of Decree or Order for Error Apparent on Face of Record or New Evidence

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Order 45 CPR.

Order 46 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 30d Benchmark

Court-Annexed Mediation, Referral to Arbitration & Filing of Award

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Order 46 CPR.

Order 47 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Filing in High Court District Registries & Transfer of Proceedings to Central Office

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 47 CPR.

Order 48 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 7d Benchmark

Service of Orders, Notices & Process Servers Certification

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Order 48 CPR.

Order 49 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 7d Benchmark

Jurisdiction of Deputy Registrars, Entry of Judgment & Reference to Judge in Chambers

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Order 49 CPR.

Order 50 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Computation of Time, <6-Day Holiday Exclusions (Rule 2), December 21–January 13 Freeze (Rule 4) & Enlargement of Time (Rule 6)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 50 CPR.

Order 51 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 7d Benchmark

Procedure on Applications by Notice of Motion, Grounds of Opposition & Replying Affidavits

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Order 51 CPR.

Order 52 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Enforcement of Professional Undertakings & Originating Summons for Delivery of Cash Account

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 52 CPR.

Order 53 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 21d Benchmark

Judicial Review Application for Leave, 21-Day Substantive Notice of Motion & 6-Month Certiorari Limit

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 21-day timeline computation under Order 53 CPR.

Order 54 CPR • Civil Procedure Rules, 2010 14d Benchmark

Revocation & Transitional Provisions Under the Civil Procedure Rules, 2010

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Order 54 CPR.

Rule 4 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 14d Benchmark

Extension of Time to Lodge Notice of Appeal or Record of Appeal Out of Time

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 4 CoA Rules.

Rule 5(2)(b) CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 14d Benchmark

Stay of Execution, Stay of Proceedings & Injunction Pending Appeal (Arguable Appeal + Nugatory Aspect)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 5(2)(b) CoA Rules.

Rule 13 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 60d Benchmark

A4 Formatting, Margin Dimensions, Legibility & Binding of Appellate Documents

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 60-day timeline computation under Rule 13 CoA Rules.

Rule 29 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 14d Benchmark

Power of Court of Appeal to Re-Appraise Evidence & Take Additional Evidence on First Appeal

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 29 CoA Rules.

Rule 31 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 14d Benchmark

Correction of Clerical or Arithmetical Mistakes in Judgments (The Slip Rule)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 31 CoA Rules.

Rule 41 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 14d Benchmark

Application for Leave to Appeal to the Court of Appeal Within 14 Days

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 41 CoA Rules.

Rule 44 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 14d Benchmark

Form of Notice of Motion, Supporting Affidavit & Certificate of Urgency in the Court of Appeal

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 44 CoA Rules.

Rule 57 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 7d Benchmark

Reference from Decision of a Single Judge to a Three-Judge Bench Within 7 Days

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Rule 57 CoA Rules.

Rule 61 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 14d Benchmark

Notice of Appeal in Criminal Appeals Within 14 Days of Conviction or Sentence

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 61 CoA Rules.

Rule 77 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 14d Benchmark

Lodging Notice of Appeal in Civil Matters Within 14 Days & Requesting Typed Proceedings

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 77 CoA Rules.

Rule 79 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 7d Benchmark

Mandatory Service of Notice of Appeal on All Directly Affected Parties Within 7 Days

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Rule 79 CoA Rules.

Rule 80 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 14d Benchmark

Lodging Statement of Respondent Address for Service Within 14 Days

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 80 CoA Rules.

Rule 84 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 60d Benchmark

Institution of Appeal Within 60 Days & Computation of Certificate of Delay Proviso

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 60-day timeline computation under Rule 84 CoA Rules.

Rule 86 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 30d Benchmark

Application to Strike Out Notice of Appeal or Record of Appeal Within 30 Days of Service

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Rule 86 CoA Rules.

Rule 88 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 60d Benchmark

Drafting Memorandum of Appeal Without Argument or Narrative & Numbered Grounds

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 60-day timeline computation under Rule 88 CoA Rules.

Rule 89 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 60d Benchmark

Mandatory Contents of Primary Record of Appeal, Continuous Pagination & Every-10th-Line Margin Numbering (Rule 89(5))

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 60-day timeline computation under Rule 89 CoA Rules.

Rule 90 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 7d Benchmark

Service of Record of Appeal Within 7 Days of Lodging in the Court of Appeal Registry

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Rule 90 CoA Rules.

Rule 92 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 15d Benchmark

Filing Supplementary Record of Appeal by Respondent Within 15 Days or by Appellant With Leave

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 15-day timeline computation under Rule 92 CoA Rules.

Rule 95 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 30d Benchmark

Notice of Cross-Appeal by Respondent Within 30 Days of Service of Record of Appeal

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Rule 95 CoA Rules.

Rule 96 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 30d Benchmark

Notice of Grounds for Affirming the Decision on Other Grounds Within 30 Days

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Rule 96 CoA Rules.

Rule 102 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 14d Benchmark

Appellate Case Management Conference, Directions on Written Submissions & Bundle Compliance

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 102 CoA Rules.

Rule 104 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 14d Benchmark

Filing Written Submissions & Paginated Bundle of Authorities in the Court of Appeal

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 104 CoA Rules.

Rule 109 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 30d Benchmark

Statutory Deposit for Security for Costs of Appeal & Application for Further Security

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Rule 109 CoA Rules.

Rule 114 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 60d Benchmark

Taxation of Party-and-Party Bill of Costs Before the Registrar as Taxing Officer

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 60-day timeline computation under Rule 114 CoA Rules.

Rule 117 CoA Rules • Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 7d Benchmark

Reference from Decision of Taxing Officer to a Single Judge Within 7 Days

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Rule 117 CoA Rules.

Rule 15 SC Rules • Supreme Court Rules, 2020 30d Benchmark

Supreme Court 150-Page Volume Limit, Green Cover Sheet & Every-10th-Line Margin Numbering

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Rule 15 SC Rules.

Rule 33 SC Rules • Supreme Court Rules, 2020 14d Benchmark

Certification of Appeal Involving a Matter of General Public Importance Under Article 163(4)(b)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 33 SC Rules.

Rule 36 SC Rules • Supreme Court Rules, 2020 14d Benchmark

Filing Notice of Appeal to the Supreme Court Within 14 Days of Court of Appeal Judgment

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 36 SC Rules.

Rule 38 SC Rules • Supreme Court Rules, 2020 30d Benchmark

Filing Petition of Appeal & Multi-Volume Record of Appeal Within 30 Days of Notice of Appeal

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Rule 38 SC Rules.

Rule 40 SC Rules • Supreme Court Rules, 2020 30d Benchmark

Mandatory Contents of Supreme Court Record of Appeal & Supplementary Record

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Rule 40 SC Rules.

Rule 42 SC Rules • Supreme Court Rules, 2020 14d Benchmark

Filing Response / Replying Affidavit to Supreme Court Petition Within 14 Days of Service

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Rule 42 SC Rules.

Rule 50 SC Rules • Supreme Court Rules, 2020 30d Benchmark

Reference for Advisory Opinion by National Government, State Organ or County Government

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Rule 50 SC Rules.

Presidential Petition Rules • Supreme Court (Presidential Election Petition) Rules 7d Benchmark

Strict 7-Day Filing & 14-Day Determination Timelines for Presidential Election Petitions

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 7-day timeline computation under Presidential Petition Rules.

Section 106B Cap 80 • Evidence Act (Cap 80) 14d Benchmark

Admissibility of Electronic Records & Mandatory Certificate Under Section 106B(4) of the Evidence Act

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 106B Cap 80.

Section 78A Cap 80 • Evidence Act (Cap 80) 14d Benchmark

Admissibility and Weight of Electronic & Digital Messages (Emails, WhatsApp, SMS)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 78A Cap 80.

Section 57 Cap 2 • Interpretation and General Provisions Act (Cap 2) 14d Benchmark

Statutory Computation of Time, Exclusion of First Day & Public Holiday Rules

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 57 Cap 2.

Section 3A & 3B Cap 9 • Appellate Jurisdiction Act (Cap 9) 14d Benchmark

Overriding Objective (The Oxygen Principle) in Kenyan Appellate Litigation

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 3A & 3B Cap 9.

Section 1A & 1B Cap 21 • Civil Procedure Act (Cap 21) 14d Benchmark

Just, Expeditious, Proportionate & Affordable Resolution of Civil Disputes

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 1A & 1B Cap 21.

Section 3A Cap 21 • Civil Procedure Act (Cap 21) 14d Benchmark

Inherent Power of the Court to Make Orders Necessary for the Ends of Justice

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 3A Cap 21.

Section 7 Cap 21 • Civil Procedure Act (Cap 21) 14d Benchmark

Doctrine of Res Judicata & Constructive Res Judicata Preliminary Objections

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 7 Cap 21.

Section 6 Cap 21 • Civil Procedure Act (Cap 21) 14d Benchmark

Doctrine of Sub Judice & Stay of Subsequent Suit Involving Same Parties and Title

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 6 Cap 21.

Section 79G Cap 21 • Civil Procedure Act (Cap 21) 30d Benchmark

30-Day Statutory Limit for Appeals from Subordinate Courts to the High Court & Leave Out of Time

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Section 79G Cap 21.

Section 80 Cap 21 • Civil Procedure Act (Cap 21) 30d Benchmark

Substantive Statutory Right of Review of Decrees and Orders

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Section 80 Cap 21.

Paragraph 11 ARO • Advocates (Remuneration) Order 14d Benchmark

14-Day Notice of Objection to Taxing Master & 14-Day Chamber Summons Reference on Taxation

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Paragraph 11 ARO.

Section 51(2) Cap 16 • Advocates Act (Cap 16) 14d Benchmark

Entry of Judgment on Certificate of Taxation & 14% Interest Under Rule 7 of ARO

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 51(2) Cap 16.

Section 4 Cap 22 • Limitation of Actions Act (Cap 22) 30d Benchmark

6-Year Limitation for Contract, 3-Year Limitation for Tort & 12-Month Defamation Limit

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Section 4 Cap 22.

Section 7 & 38 Cap 22 • Limitation of Actions Act (Cap 22) 30d Benchmark

12-Year Limitation for Recovery of Land & Adverse Possession Originating Summons

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Section 7 & 38 Cap 22.

Section 27 Cap 22 • Limitation of Actions Act (Cap 22) 14d Benchmark

Ex-Parte Application for Leave to File Suit Out of Time in Negligence/Personal Injury Claims

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 27 Cap 22.

Section 3 Cap 39 • Public Authorities Limitation Act (Cap 39) 30d Benchmark

12-Month Tort & 3-Year Contract Limitation Against Government and County Authorities

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Section 3 Cap 39.

Section 13A Cap 40 • Government Proceedings Act (Cap 40) 30d Benchmark

Notice of Intention to Sue the Attorney General & Certificate of Order Against Government (Section 21)

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Section 13A Cap 40.

Section 71 Cap 160 • Law of Succession Act (Cap 160) 30d Benchmark

Summons for Confirmation of Grant After 6 Months & Rule 40 Affidavit of Protest

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Section 71 Cap 160.

Section 76 Cap 160 • Law of Succession Act (Cap 160) 30d Benchmark

Summons for Revocation or Annulment of Grant Obtained Fraudulently or Defectively

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Section 76 Cap 160.

Section 17 MPA 2013 • Matrimonial Property Act, 2013 15d Benchmark

Originating Summons for Declaration & Division of Matrimonial Property Contribution

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 15-day timeline computation under Section 17 MPA 2013.

Section 41 & 45 EA • Employment Act, 2007 21d Benchmark

Procedural Fairness (Show Cause & Hearing) and Substantive Justification in Unfair Termination

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 21-day timeline computation under Section 41 & 45 EA.

Section 90 EA • Employment Act, 2007 30d Benchmark

Strict 3-Year Statutory Limitation Period for Filing Employment Claims in the ELRC

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 30-day timeline computation under Section 90 EA.

Rule 7 ELRC Rules • ELRC (Procedure) Rules, 2024 21d Benchmark

Filing Statement of Claim, Witness Statements & Paginated Bundle of Documents in the ELRC

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 21-day timeline computation under Rule 7 ELRC Rules.

Rule 15 ELRC Rules • ELRC (Procedure) Rules, 2024 21d Benchmark

Entering Appearance and Filing Response to Claim Within 21 Days in the ELRC

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 21-day timeline computation under Rule 15 ELRC Rules.

Section 90 & 96 Land Act • Land Act, 2012 90d Benchmark

90-Day Statutory Notice (Section 90), 40-Day Notice to Sell (Section 96) & 45-Day Auctioneer Redemption Notice

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 90-day timeline computation under Section 90 & 96 Land Act.

Section 26 LRA 2012 • Land Registration Act, 2012 14d Benchmark

Indefeasibility of Title & Cancellation of Title Acquired by Fraud, Misrepresentation or Corrupt Scheme

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 26 LRA 2012.

Section 6 Cap 49 • Arbitration Act (Cap 49) 14d Benchmark

Mandatory Application for Stay of Court Proceedings Not Later Than Entering Appearance

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 6 Cap 49.

Section 35 & 36 Cap 49 • Arbitration Act (Cap 49) 90d Benchmark

3-Month Time Limit to Apply to Set Aside an Arbitral Award & Recognition/Enforcement under Section 36

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 90-day timeline computation under Section 35 & 36 Cap 49.

Section 384 Insolvency Act • Insolvency Act, 2015 21d Benchmark

21-Day Statutory Demand for Debt & Application to Set Aside Statutory Demand Within 18 Days

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 21-day timeline computation under Section 384 Insolvency Act.

Section 238 Companies Act • Companies Act, 2015 14d Benchmark

Two-Stage Application for Permission to Continue a Derivative Claim on Behalf of a Company

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 238 Companies Act.

Section 780 Companies Act • Companies Act, 2015 14d Benchmark

Petition by Minority Shareholder for Protection Against Unfairly Prejudicial Conduct

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 780 Companies Act.

Section 167 & 175 PPADA • Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 14d Benchmark

14-Day Request for Review at PPARB & 14-Day Judicial Review Appeal to High Court Under Section 175

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 167 & 175 PPADA.

Section 13 TAT Act • Tax Appeals Tribunal Act 14d Benchmark

30-Day Notice of Appeal to Tax Appeals Tribunal & 14-Day Filing of Memorandum and Tax Bundle

Statutory bundle indexing checklist, continuous pagination, and 14-day timeline computation under Section 13 TAT Act.

Key Practice Questions

Which Kenyan court rules mandate every-10th-line margin numbering on pleadings and records?

Rule 89(5) of the Court of Appeal Rules, 2022 and Rule 16 of the Supreme Court Rules, 2020 require every tenth line on each page of the record and written submissions to be numbered in the margin.

What are the mandatory documents in an Order 11 Trial Bundle under the Civil Procedure Rules?

Under Order 11 Rule 3 & 7 of the Civil Procedure Rules, 2010, a Consolidated Trial Bundle must include an Index of Documents, Pleadings, Case Summary, List of Issues, signed Witness Statements, and Paginated Documentary Exhibits.

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Split oversized court records under the 50 MB Judiciary CTS portal limit, whiten dark photocopied scans, and embed native PDF bookmarks.

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Kenyan Court Days Time Calculator

Compute exact filing deadlines under Order 50 Rule 4 (Dec 21 – Jan 13 recess), Section 57 Cap 2, and gazetted Kenyan public holidays.

ARO 2014 ↗

ARO Legal Fees & Bill of Costs Calculator

Calculate Schedule 6 High Court & Schedule 7 Subordinate Court instruction fees, 1/3 Getting-Up fees, Part B uplift, and 16% VAT.

Cap 80 Sec 106B ↗

Section 106B Electronic Evidence Drafter

Draft compliant Evidence Act (Cap 80) Section 106B(4) electronic record certificates for WhatsApp chats, M-Pesa statements, and emails.