The firm's office · Rabat-Salé-Kénitra
Divorce lawyer in Hay Riad
Divorce and family law: the firm assists residents and companies of Hay Riad, from the first consultation to enforcement.
The firm assists and represents spouses and parents in the proceedings provided for by the Family Code (Law No. 70-03): divorce, maintenance, child custody and visiting rights. Every case is handled with discretion, looking first for an amicable solution where possible, and firmly defending your rights before the family division of the court of first instance.
- Divorce by mutual consent: drafting the agreement and filing it with the court
- The wife's rights after divorce: consolation gift (mut'a), maintenance during the waiting period, deferred dowry (sadaq)
- Maintenance (nafaqa) for children and spouse, applications for review
- Child custody (hadana), visiting rights and the child's housing
- Enforcement of judgments and action when maintenance is not paid
Competent courts
For a matter concerning a resident of Hay Riad, the following courts normally have jurisdiction:
- Court of First Instance of Rabat (including its Family Justice Section)
- Court of Appeal of Rabat
- Court of Cassation (seated in Rabat)
Matters we handle there
Both a residential and a business district in the south of Rabat, Hay Riad combines villas and family residences, company headquarters, offices along Mahaj Riad, and several ministries and public bodies. Families most often seek advice on divorce, maintenance, child custody or inheritance, as well as buying property, co-ownership and leases. Companies and professionals turn to the firm for their contracts, debt recovery, employment relations and corporate matters. The large number of civil servants and public bodies also gives rise to administrative law questions (careers, disciplinary sanctions, public procurement).
How a matter unfolds
- 1
First meeting
We listen to your situation, review the marriage certificate and other useful documents, and explain the options available: agreement or contested proceedings.
- 2
Strategy and documents
We choose the appropriate procedure (mutual consent, chiqaq or another route), assess the rights at stake and prepare the petition with evidence of income and expenses.
- 3
Reconciliation and hearings
We attend the mandatory reconciliation attempts with you and argue your claims on custody, maintenance and financial rights.
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Judgment and enforcement
After the judgment, we follow its service and enforcement and, where needed, lodge an appeal or take action against a debtor who does not pay.
Frequently asked questions
What documents are needed for a divorce petition?
Generally: a copy of the marriage certificate, the national identity card, the children's birth certificates and evidence of both spouses' financial situation (salary, rent, expenses). Depending on the case, other documents may help, for example about the marital home or the causes of the discord. We give you a precise list at the first meeting.
What are the wife's rights in a divorce by mutual consent?
In a divorce by mutual consent (Article 114 of the Family Code), the spouses set the terms of the separation themselves, including the wife's financial rights, provided these terms do not conflict with the Code or with the children's interests. The court attempts reconciliation and, if it finds that the agreement stands, authorises the divorce deed to be drawn up. It is therefore important to have the agreement reviewed before signing it, as it binds both parties.
Other practice areas for residents of Hay Riad: Business and company law, Administrative law, Real estate and land law, Employment law, Debt recovery, Criminal law, Estates and inheritance, Accidents and compensation and Moroccans abroad and international matters.
Divorce and family law, elsewhere in and around Rabat: Rabat, Agdal, Souissi, Hassan, L'Océan, Yacoub El Mansour, Youssoufia, Takaddoum, Hay Nahda, Salé, Témara, Harhoura, Skhirat, Aïn Aouda and Kénitra.
Let's talk about your situation.
The firm receives you Monday to Friday, by appointment.