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Alpine Law Associates is the leading full-service law firm encompassing a wide range of legal practices located in Kathmandu, Nepal. It consists of a team of the country's best lawyers, each with expertise in their respective fields, tailored to meet clients' specific needs.

Office Address

Anamnagar-29, Kathmandu

Phone Number

+977 9841114443

Email Address

[email protected]

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Nata Kayam Certification Process in Nepal Explained

Nata Kayam Certification Process in Nepal Explained

Nata Kayam is a vital legal process in Nepal used to officially verify and establish family relationships for purposes such as inheritance, citizenship, pensions, and property division. The certificate can be issued either through the Ward Office or District Court, depending on the clarity and complexity of the relationship. While ward-level certification is quick and document-driven, court procedures involve legal scrutiny and hearings in disputed or unclear cases. Rooted in the Muluki Civil Code 2074, this process ensures legal recognition of familial ties and protects individual rights in administrative and judicial matters.

  • April 10, 2025
Principle of res-judicata in Nepal

Principle of res-judicata in Nepal

Res judicata is a core procedural principle in Nepalese law that prohibits re-litigation of matters already decided by a competent court. Derived from the Latin for "a matter judged," it ensures legal certainty, judicial efficiency, and protection against repeated lawsuits. The Muluki Civil Procedure Code outlines when res judicata applies, requiring a final judgment, jurisdiction, merit-based decision, and identity of parties and claims. This doctrine plays a vital role in upholding the integrity of Nepal’s legal system by discouraging redundant claims and safeguarding the finality of court decisions.

  • April 24, 2025