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Know Before You Call

Legal clarity, written for Thika residents.

As advocates in Thika, J.K. Ngeresa & Co. believe that informed clients make better decisions. Our Legal Knowledge section covers the questions that families, landlords, and business owners raise most often — on land ownership, succession, tenancy, contracts, and the court process. Each article is written in plain language so you understand your position before picking up the phone. If you are already dealing with a matter and need direct guidance, our five practice areas — Land Matters, Probate & Family, Commercial Law, Criminal Litigation, and Small Claims — outline the scope of what we handle and what to expect when you come to us. Whether you are researching independently or ready to speak with an advocate, start here.

Family Trusts vs. Wills in Kenya: Which One Protects Your Family Better?

Family Trusts vs. Wills in Kenya: Which One Protects Your Family Better?

July 11, 2026

Comparing family trusts and wills under Kenyan law — probate delays, privacy, tax treatment, and how to protect land and rental property for your family.

Spousal Consent in Land Sales: Why Your Transaction Could Be Voided

Spousal Consent in Land Sales: Why Your Transaction Could Be Voided

July 2, 2026

Bought land with a clean search? If the seller is married and didn’t get spousal consent, your title deed could be nullified. Learn how to protect your investment.

Green Card Search in Kenya: Why It’s Not Enough to Protect Your Land Purchase

Green Card Search in Kenya: Why It’s Not Enough to Protect Your Land Purchase

April 1, 2026

Learn how to conduct a green card search in Kenya, understand Ardhisasa, and why a search alone may not protect you from land fraud

Letters of Administration: Why Waiting Too Long Destroys Families

Letters of Administration: Why Waiting Too Long Destroys Families

March 12, 2026

When a loved one dies, delay destroys the estate. Learn the role of the administrator, the crime of intermeddling, and why you must file for Letters of Administration.

Rent Distress & Eviction in Kenya: The Legal Guide for Landlords

Rent Distress & Eviction in Kenya: The Legal Guide for Landlords

December 2, 2025

For many of our clients—retirees in Thika, families with rental units in Juja, and SME landlords—rental income is not just “extra money.” It is your pension. It is your stability.

Small Claims Court in Kenya: When to File, Rent Disputes & Appeal Rights

Small Claims Court in Kenya: When to File, Rent Disputes & Appeal Rights

November 24, 2025

Kenya’s Small Claims Court offers a quick, low-cost resolution for financial disputes. However, it typically lacks jurisdiction over landlord-tenant issues, making careful claim framing essential for plaintiffs.

From Arrest to Outcome – The Kenyan Criminal Procedure

From Arrest to Outcome – The Kenyan Criminal Procedure

October 16, 2025

Understand every stage of Kenya’s criminal process — from arrest to outcome — including bail, bonds, sureties, rights, and sentencing.

Proper Process of Succession in Kenya

Proper Process of Succession in Kenya

September 10, 2025

This article explains the proper process of succession in Kenya, covering testate and intestate succession, court filings, timelines, and key documents families need.

Debt Recovery in Kenya (2025): A Business Guide to Enforcing What’s Owed

Debt Recovery in Kenya (2025): A Business Guide to Enforcing What’s Owed

August 14, 2025

Learn how to recover debts in Kenya using Small Claims Courts, insolvency, and enforcement tools—while staying within the law.