Administrative law
The firm assists individuals, civil servants and companies in their disputes with the administration: the State, local authorities and public bodies. We act before the Rabat administrative court to challenge an unlawful decision or to obtain compensation for harm caused by the administration.
What the firm does
- Actions for annulment (excès de pouvoir) of an unlawful administrative decision
- Civil servant disputes: career, disciplinary sanctions, pay, retirement
- Expropriation in the public interest: challenge and compensation (Law No. 7-81)
- Liability of the State and local authorities: compensation claims
- Disputes over authorisations, permits and public procurement
- Prior administrative appeals and requests to the administration
- Enforcement of judgments against the administration
If this is your situation
An authority has refused your application or withdrawn an authorisation without justification.
You are a civil servant challenging a sanction, a transfer or a delayed promotion.
Your land is subject to an expropriation procedure.
You have suffered harm caused by a public service.
You obtained a judgment against the administration but it has not been enforced.
How a matter unfolds
- 1
Reviewing the decision
We examine the contested decision, the date it was published or notified and the time limits still open.
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Prior appeal
Where useful, we send an administrative or hierarchical appeal to the authority concerned.
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Referral to the administrative court
We draft the application, file the evidence and argue your case before the administrative court and, if necessary, the administrative court of appeal.
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Enforcement
We follow the administration's compliance with the judgment and take the necessary steps in the event of refusal or delay.
Reference texts
Frequently asked questions
What is the time limit for challenging an administrative decision?
An action for annulment must be brought before the administrative court within sixty days of the publication or notification of the decision (Article 23 of Law No. 41-90). An administrative or hierarchical appeal lodged within this period extends it, under the conditions laid down by law. Once the period has expired, the decision can in principle no longer be annulled, which is why it is important to act quickly.
How can you challenge the amount of expropriation compensation?
Law No. 7-81 on expropriation in the public interest provides that compensation is first offered by the administration, then set by the court if the owner does not accept the offer. It must cover the direct, material and certain loss caused by the expropriation. The owner can produce comparable evidence and request a court-ordered valuation to defend the value of the property.
Can a civil servant challenge a disciplinary sanction?
Yes. The sanction can be challenged before the administrative court, in particular if the disciplinary procedure was not followed (rights of defence, consultation of the disciplinary board) or if the sanction is disproportionate. The time limit is sixty days from notification of the decision. It is advisable to keep all the documents from the procedure.
Can you obtain compensation for harm caused by the administration?
Yes. The State and local authorities are liable for harm caused directly by the operation of their services and by the service-related faults of their staff (Article 79 of the Code of Obligations and Contracts). Compensation claims fall within the jurisdiction of the administrative court. The claimant must prove the harm and its link with the administrative activity.
This practice area, near you
Administrative law, elsewhere in and around Rabat: Rabat, Hay Riad, 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.