Kenpin Legal Fees

Kenpin Legal Fees is Kenya's premier legal fee calculator, designed to help advocates, law firms, and clients estimate legal fees accurately and transparently. Built on the official Advocates (Remuneration) Order (Legal Notice No. 64 of 1962, revised to 31 December 2022), our app provides instant, reliable fee calculations for both litigation and transactional matters.

KEY FEATURES

• Litigation Fee Calculator Calculate minimum advocate fees for cases in Magistrates' Courts (Lower and Higher Scale), High Court (Defended and Undefended), Court of Appeal, and Supreme Court. Supports both original proceedings and appeals with accurate instruction fees and getting-up fees.

• Transaction Fee Calculator Estimate fees for conveyancing, company incorporation, loan and charge documentation, sale of business, and share transfers. All calculations based on statutory scales with precise value-based computations.

• Accurate Statutory Rates Every calculation uses exact figures from the Advocates (Remuneration) Order, ensuring compliance with Kenya's legal fee regulations. No guesswork, no approximations—just accurate statutory minimums.

• VAT Toggle Easily include or exclude 16% VAT in your calculations with a simple toggle in settings. Perfect for preparing client quotes and fee notes.

• PDF Export & Sharing Generate professional PDF fee notes with complete breakdowns, schedule references, and legal citations. Share directly with clients or save for your records.

• Dark Mode Support Work comfortably in any lighting condition with full dark mode support throughout the app.

• Completely Offline No internet connection required. All calculations happen on your device. Your data never leaves your phone.

• Zero Data Collection We don't collect, store, or transmit any personal information. No tracking, no analytics, no ads. Your privacy is guaranteed.

PERFECT FOR

• Advocates and Law Firms Quickly estimate fees for client consultations, prepare accurate quotes, and ensure compliance with statutory minimums.

• Legal Departments In-house counsel can estimate external legal costs and budget for litigation or transactions.

• Law Students Learn how legal fees are calculated in Kenya and understand the Advocates (Remuneration) Order structure.

• Clients Understand what legal fees you should expect and verify that quotes align with statutory minimums.

WHY KENPIN LEGAL FEES?

Unlike generic calculators or manual computations, Kenpin Legal Fees implements the complete ARO fee schedules with precision. We handle complex calculations including:

• Progressive scales for values exceeding thresholds
• Court-specific fee structures
• Matter-type variations (original vs. appeal)
• Transaction-specific schedules (conveyancing, incorporation, etc.)
• Proper VAT application

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

Kenpin Legal Fees provides minimum fee estimates based on statutory guidelines. Actual fees may vary and are subject to:

• Taxation by the Taxing Officer
• Court discretion
• Specific case circumstances
• Advocate-client agreements
• Additional disbursements and expenses

This app is not a substitute for professional legal advice. Always consult with a qualified advocate for specific legal matters.

ABOUT THE ARO

The Advocates (Remuneration) Order sets out the minimum fees advocates may charge for legal services in Kenya. Our app implements Schedules 1, 2, 3, 6, and 7, covering litigation in all court levels and common transactional work.

SUPPORT

We're committed to accuracy and continuous improvement. If you notice any discrepancies or have suggestions, please contact us at kalkel.dev@gmail.com.

Download Kenpin Legal Fees today and experience the most accurate, transparent, and user-friendly legal fee calculator in Kenya.