Town served · Rabat-Salé-Kénitra
Inheritance lawyer in Salé
Estates and inheritance: the firm assists residents and companies of Salé, from the first consultation to enforcement.
The firm assists heirs in settling estates under the Family Code: certificate of inheritance, inventory of assets, amicable or court-ordered division and transfer of real estate. We also help prevent family disputes and plan the transfer of assets during one's lifetime, in line with the legal rules.
- Amicable division between heirs and drafting of the agreement
- Court-ordered division and ending joint ownership
- Transfer of real estate and registration on the land title
- Wills (wasiyya) and the mandatory bequest in favour of grandchildren
- Challenging a sale or gift made to the detriment of the heirs
Competent courts
For a matter concerning a resident of Salé, the following courts normally have jurisdiction:
- Court of First Instance of Salé (including its Family Justice Section)
- Court of Appeal of Rabat
Matters we handle there
Many Salé residents work in Rabat, which leads to employment law cases and commuting or road traffic accidents. The large housing estates and the medina give rise to disputes over co-ownership, leases, joint ownership and inheritance. Family matters (divorce, maintenance, custody) are heard by the Family Justice Section of the Salé court, while commercial and administrative disputes go before the specialised courts in Rabat.
How a matter unfolds
- 1
Identification
We identify the heirs, the assets and the debts, and have the certificate of inheritance drawn up if necessary.
- 2
Status of the assets
We check the land titles, accounts and deeds to establish the exact legal status of each asset.
- 3
Amicable division
We propose a draft division in line with the legal shares and assist with the signing of the agreement between heirs.
- 4
Court-ordered division
If no agreement is reached, we go to court to obtain the division, the auction of an indivisible property or an account of income, and then follow enforcement.
Frequently asked questions
Can you make a will in favour of an heir?
In principle, a will (wasiyya) cannot benefit an heir without the consent of the other heirs, and it is limited to one third of the estate: beyond that, their consent is also required. The Family Code also provides for a mandatory bequest in favour of certain grandchildren whose father or mother died before the grandparent.
How is the estate divided when an heir lives abroad?
An heir living abroad can take part in the estate through a power of attorney executed at a Moroccan consulate or legalised under the applicable rules, or can be represented by a lawyer in court proceedings. Foreign documents may need translation and legalisation or an apostille. The firm coordinates these steps remotely to avoid unnecessary travel.
Other practice areas for residents of Salé: Business and company law, Administrative law, Real estate and land law, Divorce and family law, Employment law, Debt recovery, Criminal law, Accidents and compensation and Moroccans abroad and international matters.
Estates and inheritance, elsewhere in and around Rabat: Rabat, Hay Riad, Agdal, Souissi, Hassan, L'Océan, Yacoub El Mansour, Youssoufia, Takaddoum, Hay Nahda, Témara, Harhoura, Skhirat, Aïn Aouda and Kénitra.
Let's talk about your situation.
The firm receives you Monday to Friday, by appointment.