The High Court has issued an interim order preventing the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) from disrupting court proceedings involving judges and judicial officers. This decision comes as a preliminary objection challenging the court's jurisdiction is pending.
Judge David Mburu emphasized the need to maintain order within the Judiciary and ensure uninterrupted court operations while the matter is under consideration. The conservatory order restrains the LSK from any actions that interfere with judicial processes until the objection is determined.
The order is effective until September 17, 2026, and was prompted by a case filed by lawyer Adrian Kamotho. Kamotho contests the LSK's nationwide boycott targeting cases presided over by Chief Justice Martha Koome, Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu, and other judges, arguing that the boycott undermines judicial independence and denies litigants access to justice.
Lawyers Danstan Omari and Peter Wanyama, representing judges involved in the case, also opposed the boycott, stating it disrupts the administration of justice. The Judicial Service Commission informed the court that its members, including judges and magistrates, have been working under pressure due to the ongoing dispute.
The court is scheduled to rule on the jurisdictional challenge in September, which will determine the future of the LSK's boycott directive.
