Every lawyer must be well-versed with key sections of the Limitation Act, 1963, to ensure effective case management and timely filing. The most critical provisions include Section 3, which mandates the dismissal of suits filed beyond the limitation period; Sections 4 to 24, which explain the computation of limitation, extensions, and exclusions of time; Section 5, which allows condonation of delay in appeals and applications upon sufficient cause; Section 6 to 8, dealing with disabilities such as minority or insanity; and the Schedule, which specifies limitation periods for various suits, appeals, and applications. Skilled lawyers apply these provisions step by step—first identifying the cause of action and relevant article in the Schedule, then computing the exact limitation period and noting any events that suspend or extend it. They document all critical dates, verify whether Section 5 or equitable exceptions apply, and ensure timely filing by maintaining limitation registers and digital tracking systems. Through diligent monitoring, precise calculation, and preventive filing strategies, experienced lawyers manage their cases within statutory timelines and protect clients’ rights effectively.
