How to Write a Valid Will in Kenya: A Step-by-Step Guide to Section 11 of the Law of Succession Act, Witnesses, Executors and Common Drafting Mistakes
A valid Kenyan will must satisfy Section 11 of the Law of Succession Act — testator capacity, signature, two competent witnesses. A step-by-step drafting guide and common mistakes.
How to Apply for Letters of Administration in Kenya: A Step-By-Step Guide to Petitioning the High Court Under the Law of Succession Act
When a Kenyan dies without a will, the family petitions the High Court for Letters of Administration. A step-by-step guide to the succession process under the Law of Succession Act.
How to Handle a Death in the Family When You Are Living Abroad: A Kenyan Diaspora Guide
Dealing with the death of a family member while living abroad is one of the most difficult experiences in the diaspora. Beyond the emotional devastation, there are urgent practical matters that demand...
Handling Court Cases and Legal Matters in Kenya While Living Abroad
Legal matters in Kenya do not pause because you are living abroad. From succession disputes and land cases to business litigation and family law matters, diaspora Kenyans often need competent legal re...
Inheritance and Succession Law in Kenya: Wills, Intestacy, and the Complex Reality of Estate Distribution
Inheritance and succession in Kenya is a deeply personal matter that intersects with law, culture, family dynamics, and economics in ways that make it one of the most common sources of legal disputes ...
The Complete Guide to Wills, Succession, and Inheritance Law in Kenya
Death is certain but its timing is not, making estate planning one of the most important yet most neglected aspects of financial management for Kenyan families. The Law of Succession Act provides a fr...
How to Resolve Land Disputes in Kenya: National Land Commission, Courts, and ADR
Land disputes are among the most common and complex legal issues in Kenya, affecting millions of people and billions of shillings worth of property. Whether you are facing a boundary disagreement, suc...
Probate and Succession in Kenya: How to Administer a Deceased Person's Estate
The administration of a deceased person's estate in Kenya is governed by the Law of Succession Act, which provides the legal framework for both testate (with a will) and intestate (without a will) suc...
How to Set Up a Will and Estate Plan in Kenya as a Diaspora Kenyan
Comprehensive guide to creating a will and estate plan in Kenya from the diaspora. Covers multi-jurisdictional planning, Kenyan will requirements, trusts, and regular review practices.