The firm's office · Rabat-Salé-Kénitra
Lawyer for Moroccans abroad in Hay Riad
Moroccans abroad and international matters: the firm assists residents and companies of Hay Riad, from the first consultation to enforcement.
The firm assists Moroccans living abroad and foreigners with interests in Morocco, without requiring them to travel at every stage. Exequatur of a foreign divorce, registration of marriage, estates, property and disputes: we handle the follow-up remotely in Arabic, French and English.
- Registration in Morocco of a marriage concluded abroad
- Divorce, custody and maintenance in an international context
- Estates in Morocco when heirs live abroad
- Buying, selling and managing property in Morocco remotely
- Disputes with unlawful occupants, tenants or agents
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 remote discussion
We review your situation by telephone or e-mail and tell you which documents are needed.
- 2
Documents and power of attorney
We guide you in obtaining certified copies, translations and legalisations or apostilles, as well as a power of attorney if needed.
- 3
Proceedings in Morocco
We file the application with the competent court, represent you at hearings and keep you informed at every stage.
- 4
Effects and enforcement
We follow the decision through to its practical effects: entry in the civil register, land registration or enforcement against the other party.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need to travel to Morocco for the proceedings?
In many cases, no: the lawyer can represent the client before the court on the basis of the documents and, where necessary, a power of attorney. Some procedures do, however, require the parties to attend in person, for example reconciliation attempts in a divorce. We tell you from the outset which steps require your presence.
How do you register in Morocco a marriage celebrated abroad?
Article 14 of the Family Code allows Moroccans living abroad to marry according to local administrative formalities, provided the substantive conditions of the Code are met, in particular the presence of two Muslim witnesses. Article 15 then requires a copy of the marriage certificate to be filed, within three months, with the Moroccan consular services or, failing that, with the Ministry of Justice. If difficulties arise, an action for recognition of the marriage may be considered.
Other practice areas for residents of Hay Riad: Business and company law, Administrative law, Real estate and land law, Divorce and family law, Employment law, Debt recovery, Criminal law, Estates and inheritance and Accidents and compensation.
Moroccans abroad and international matters, 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.