Rabat district · Rabat-Salé-Kénitra
Divorce lawyer in Yacoub El Mansour
Divorce and family law: the firm assists residents and companies of Yacoub El Mansour, 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.
- Marriage, recognition of marriage and parentage
- Domestic violence: complaints and protective measures (Law No. 103-13)
- Divorce for discord (chiqaq): petition, reconciliation hearings and defence of your rights
- 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)
Competent courts
For a matter concerning a resident of Yacoub El Mansour, the following courts normally have jurisdiction:
- Court of First Instance of Rabat (including its Family Justice Section)
- Court of Appeal of Rabat
Matters we handle there
The most common matters concern the family (divorce for discord, maintenance, child custody), inheritance and the division of family homes, as well as disputes between landlords and tenants. Employees in the area often seek advice on dismissal or workplace accidents. Road traffic accidents and compensation are also frequent.
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 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.
Who gets custody of the children and how is maintenance set?
Under Article 171 of the Family Code, custody goes first to the mother, then to the father, then to the maternal grandmother, although the court may decide otherwise in the child's interest. Once the child turns fifteen, they may choose which parent will have custody (Article 166). Maintenance is set taking into account the income of the person who owes it, the child's situation and the cost of living (Article 189).
Other practice areas for residents of Yacoub El Mansour: 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, Hay Riad, Agdal, Souissi, Hassan, L'Océan, 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.