The House of Representatives on Thursday, July 10, 2025 passed into law two landmark pieces of legislation: An Act for the Establishment of a Probate Court and An Act for the Establishment of a Labor Court in Nimba County. The passage follows a comprehensive report from the Joint Committees on Judiciary, Internal Affairs, Ways, Means & Finance, and Good Governance.
The bills were introduced on March 7, 2025, by former Representative, now Senator, Samuel Kogar, and seek to decentralize judicial services and expand legal access to residents of the county. “This is a major step forward in ensuring equitable access to justice across Liberia,” said the Presiding Officer, who directed the Chief Clerk to forward the Acts to the Liberian Senate for concurrence, moving the legislation one step closer to full enactment.
The House considers the establishment of the Probate and Labour Courts in Nimba County a vital component of broader judicial reforms aimed at strengthening the rule of law and promoting good governance. The initiative is expected to significantly reduce the burden on Monrovia-based courts and bring justice services closer to the people.
If approved by the Senate, these courts will play a key role in handling matters related to wills, estates, and employment disputes within the county—areas that have historically lacked adequate legal infrastructure in rural Liberia.
