The Law Society of Kenya has cancelled the conferment of senior counsel rank to 24 lawyers. Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and Narc-Kenya party boss Martha Karua were among the lawyers elevated to the coveted rank last year. On August 26, 2019, the Committee on Senior Counsel recommended 24 advocates out of 90 applicants for conferment of the rank of senior counsel. When appearing before a tribunal, the senior lawyers also put on sleeved waistcoats similar to those adorned by Court of Appeal judges. Currently, there are about 20 lawyers who have earned the title of senior counsel in Kenya.

Source: The Star May 14, 2020 20:03 UTC