Submitting Defendants Bill Costs

Summary

Submitting a defendants bill of costs involves itemizing expenses, adhering to court rules, and filing within the required timeframe. A sample format includes sections for filing fees, service fees, witness fees, document fees, and miscellaneous costs. To oppose a bill of costs, review the bill, identify discrepancies, prepare objections, follow court procedures, and consider requesting a hearing.

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Here's a sample format for a Bill of Costs for a defendant in a petition matter:
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IN THE [SPECIFIC COURT NAME] OF [LOCATION]
Civil Case No: [Case Number]
BILL OF COSTS
Defendant: [Defendant's Name]
Petitioner: [Petitioner's Name]
Itemized Costs:
*. Filing Fees:
- Description: [e.g., Initial filing fee]
- Amount: KES [Amount]
*. Service Fees:
- Description: [e.g., Process server]
- Amount: KES [Amount]
*. Witness Fees:
- Description: [e.g., Witness travel expenses]
- Amount: KES [Amount]
*. Document Fees:
- Description: [e.g., Photocopying, legal research]
- Amount: KES [Amount]
*. Miscellaneous:
- Description: [e.g., Postage, courier]
- Amount: KES [Amount]
Total Amount Claimed: KES [Total Amount]
Declaration:
I, [Defendant's Name], declare that the above costs were necessarily incurred in this legal matter and are accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Date: [Date]
Signature of Defendant/Attorney: ___________________________
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This format should be customized according to the specific court requirements and the details of your case.
create submissions opposing the bill of costs
To oppose a bill of costs in a petition matter, you can consider the following steps:
- Review the Bill of Costs: Ensure all claimed expenses are justified and necessary.
- Identify Discrepancies: Note any excessive, unreasonable, or non-recoverable costs.
- Prepare Your Objections: Clearly outline your arguments against each disputed cost.
- Follow Court Procedures: Submit your objections in accordance with the court's rules and timelines.
- Request a Hearing: Consider asking for a hearing to present your objections if necessary.
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