Experienced lawyers often say that limitation should be treated like “the first issue in every case, not the last,” and they follow simple but strict practical tips to manage it. They start by immediately noting the exact date of the cause of action, judgment, or order, then identifying the correct limitation article and writing down the final last date to file. Next, they create a short, date-wise timeline and keep it in the file so anyone can quickly see how much time is left. They use limitation diaries, digital calendars, or reminder apps to track all deadlines, and they aim to finish drafting and collecting documents well before the last day, not on it. Clients are told clearly about urgency, and lawyers insist on prompt sharing of papers, signatures, and fees. They also carefully check for acknowledgments, part payments, or continuing causes of action that may extend limitation and keep all such documents neatly preserved. If delay is likely, they start preparing a condonation of delay explanation early, with proper evidence. This step-by-step planning, documentation, and tracking prevents last-minute panic, avoids time-barred filings, and makes the overall case stronger and more credible before the court.
