Court-Fees Act, 1870

The Litigation Essential: Court-Fees Act, 1870

The Definitive Guide to Judicial Costs and Legal Filings in Pakistan

Every legal action begins with the correct valuation. The Court-Fees Act, 1870 is the primary statute governing the fees required for documents filed in courts of justice and public offices. This professional edition provides the essential framework needed to calculate, pay, and verify judicial costs accurately.

Why This Manual is a Courtroom Necessity

Failure to affix the correct court fee can lead to the rejection of a plaint or a significant delay in justice. This manual is an indispensable tool for civil and criminal practitioners, providing a clear, unedited text of the Act and its schedules. It allows lawyers and litigants to determine the "value of the suit" and the corresponding fee required for everything from a simple power of attorney (Wakalatnama) to high-value commercial claims.

Key Features & Statutory Coverage

• Ad Valorem & Fixed Fees: Detailed schedules explaining when fees are based on the value of the subject matter versus when a flat rate applies.

• Valuation of Suits: Guidelines for determining the monetary value of different types of legal disputes for the purpose of taxation.

• Exemptions & Remissions: Statutory provisions regarding who is exempt from paying court fees and under what circumstances fees can be refunded.

• Probate and Letters of Administration: Comprehensive coverage of fees related to the distribution of estates and succession.

• Criminal Court Fees: Fees applicable to various applications and processes within the criminal justice system.

• Process Fees: Rules regarding the costs of serving summons and other court notices.

Ideal For:

• Civil Practitioners & Law Firms: A daily-use reference for preparing plaints, petitions, and appeals.

• Court Clerks & Registry Officials: The standard manual for verifying that all filed documents comply with financial regulations.

• Judicial Candidates: A critical subject for the Civil Judge and Magistrate exams, where procedural and fiscal law is heavily tested.

• LLB Students: Essential for the "Civil Procedure" and "Legal Drafting" modules of the 5-year law program.

About the Publisher

Published by Mansoor Law Book House (MLBH), this edition is designed for maximum clarity and durability in a professional setting. Located in the heart of Lahore's legal district, Mansoor Law Book House is the most trusted source for accurate, up-to-date versions of Pakistan’s core statutes and procedural laws.