Title DeedAbsolute proof of ownership of land and buildings (immovable property) is through theTitle Deed. Title Deeds are also known as Certificates of Registered Title or Deeds ofTransfer. It is a legal document that identifies the lawful owner of immovable property. ATitle Deed should have the following basic characteristics:i. Deed number (as assigned by the…

In layman terms and with regards to prescription vis a vis debt, prescription refers to the extinguishing of a debt due to the passage of time. The Prescription Act (chapter 8:11) requires one to raise prescription in pleadings or papers of record generally. When one is arguing prescription they should recognize that it begins to…

Author: Promise Njagu Introduction When a person dies without having prepared a will or having left a will, they are said to have died intestate. This means that the division of his/her property is determined by the law (statutory law and common law). The people (heirs) who stand to benefit from the estate of a…

Often times people find a will being insufficient for planning for the way in which their assets are to benefit their families after their deaths. They also find it difficult to keep record of their assets or grow their wealth. A family trust is a vehicle that people may use to plan for their present…

INTRODUCTION Trusts are a cornerstone of estate planning, offering a flexible and secure way to manage and distribute assets. By creating a trust, individuals can ensure their wealth is protected, their privacy is maintained, and their legacy is preserved. Trusts provide a legal framework for asset management, tax planning, and beneficiary distribution, making them an…

A Protection Order is a form of Peace Order, save that it applies in a circumscribed manner. It only applies where abuse or domestic violence has been or is being committed or is threatened by a person who is close or was once close to a victim. For this protection to devolve upon the victim,…