Join the association

Why become a member

Membership places you in a community of litigants who support one another, share practical guidance, and advocate together for fairer justice in Kenya’s courts.

Member advantages

What you gain by joining

The Litigant Association of Kenya exists so litigants can share challenges, obtain support, and press together for integrity and quality in the justice system.

01

Professional expertise

Access vetted, competent staff, with specialised professionals engaged when your matter needs deeper expertise.

02

Collective complaints

The association can lodge complaints on your behalf to high offices and oversight bodies, including the Chief Justice, the Ombudsman, LSK, DPP, EACC, and IPOA.

03

Financial support

Where members lack the means to sustain a dispute, the association works to source funds so justice is not abandoned for want of money.

04

Education & legal clinics

Civic education and clinics led by qualified lawyers, retired judges, and experienced officers—plus monthly forums with speakers of interest to litigants.

05

Courtroom literacy

Guidance on courtroom process, instruments of authority, and how to navigate hearings with greater confidence and understanding.

06

National & global links

Benefit from connections with national and international partners—including McKenzie Friends in Britain—and support for members in the diaspora.

07

Policy & protection

Engagement on policies that safeguard litigants, including work with community security structures and sensitisation on witness protection.

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A united membership

Ongoing activities that strengthen solidarity among members, with local elders engaged for expertise in African traditions and practices where it helps.

Before you join

The membership brochure

A clear guide to what membership offers, how to join, and how the association supports litigants across Kenya. Browse it here, open it full-screen, or keep a copy.

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Ready to join?

Individuals, groups of co-litigants, and organisational affiliates are welcome. Contact the secretariat to begin your membership.