Allocation of Attorneys to poor Litigants

Allocation of Attorneys to poor Litigants

Service Description

There is a provision in the Rules of the High Court and Magistrates Courts, where upon successful application for legal assistance by a poor litigant, who is unable to raise money to pay an attorney/lawyer to represent her/him, can get government assistance to pay for the legal fees for her/him.

How do I obtain this service?

Make an application to sue or defend as a pauper to the Registrar in the case of the High Court and to the Magistrate in the case of the Magistrate Court. The application must be supported by affidavit stating fully the grounds of action or defence and the particulars of one’s means.

How do I apply for the service?

Same as above.

Cost involved in obtaining the service.

Free

Where can I get more information?

The Registrar's Office

Private Bag F13
Tel: (+267) 2412125
Fax: (+267) 2416378
Email:

The Registrar's Office

Private Bag 00220
Tel: (+267) 3718000
Fax: (+267) 3915119
Email:

The Registrar's Office

Private Bag 001
Tel: (+267) 5338000
Fax: (+267) 5332317
Email:

The Registrar's Office

Private Bag 00220
Tel: (+267) 3718000
Fax: (+267) 3915119
Email:
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