Family Lawyer in Morocco
for Expatriates & International Clients
Cabinet Maître Mounia Boujabha advises Moroccan nationals, expatriates, MRE and international clients in all aspects of family law under the Moroccan Family Code — in English, French and Arabic.
Experienced Family Lawyer in Morocco
If you are looking for a family lawyer in Morocco, Cabinet Maître Mounia Boujabha provides dedicated legal representation in family law matters for Moroccan nationals, expatriates, Moroccans residing abroad (MRE), and international clients. Our firm is based in Rabat and Témara and regularly appears before the family courts of the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region.
Family law in Morocco is governed by the Moudawwana — the Moroccan Family Code — substantially reformed in 2004 to expand the rights of both spouses and reinforce judicial oversight over all family proceedings. The code regulates marriage, divorce, child custody, spousal support, guardianship, filiation, inheritance, and the legal situation of minors.
For expatriates and foreign nationals, family law proceedings in Morocco often involve an international dimension: cross-border jurisdiction questions, recognition of Moroccan judgments abroad, or enforcement of foreign family court orders in Morocco. These cases require specialized expertise at the intersection of Moroccan family law and international private law.
Consultations are available in English, French and Arabic. International clients communicate with our firm in English throughout the entirety of their case, without language barriers affecting the quality of their legal representation.
Family Law Services in Morocco
Our firm handles the full spectrum of family law matters under Moroccan law, with particular expertise in cases involving an international or cross-border dimension.
Divorce Proceedings
All forms of Moroccan divorce: mutual consent, talaq, khul', and judicial divorce for cause. Full procedural assistance from filing through to final judgment, including financial settlements.
Child Custody — Hadana
Representation in child custody disputes before Moroccan family courts. Advice on hadana (physical custody) and wilaya (legal guardianship), with the child's best interests as the primary criterion.
Spousal & Child Support
Legal assistance in securing or contesting nafaqa (spousal maintenance) and child support orders. Enforcement of financial obligations and modification of existing support orders.
International Family Law
Specialist advice for cross-border cases involving Franco-Moroccan couples, expatriates, and mixed-nationality families. Jurisdiction analysis, applicable law, and international recognition of judgments.
Matrimonial Property
Division of assets upon dissolution of marriage, matrimonial regime analysis, and enforcement of financial obligations including real estate and cross-border asset situations.
Inheritance & Succession
Assistance with succession proceedings under Moroccan law, including inheritance disputes, succession rights of surviving spouses, and the situation of foreign nationals in Moroccan succession.
Who We Represent
Our family law practice serves a diverse client base — from local Moroccan families to expatriates, MRE and international clients navigating Moroccan family proceedings.
Moroccan Nationals
Full family law representation before Rabat, Témara and Salé courts
Expatriates in Morocco
English-speaking legal assistance for expats navigating Moroccan family law
MRE — Moroccans Abroad
Remote legal assistance for Moroccan nationals residing in France, Europe and beyond
Binational Couples
Specialist advice for Franco-Moroccan and mixed-nationality couples on divorce and custody
The Process, Step by Step
Initial Consultation
We review your situation in full — in English, French or Arabic. Free of charge and without commitment.
Case Assessment
We identify the applicable law, competent court, and most suitable legal strategy for your situation.
Fee Estimate
Transparent written fee estimate before any engagement. No hidden costs. No surprise billing.
Legal Representation
Maître Boujabha represents you before the competent family court — from first hearing to final judgment.
Post-Judgment
Enforcement of judgments, recognition of Moroccan decisions abroad, and follow-up on parental arrangements.
Family Law in Morocco — Key Reference
The Moroccan Family Code (Moudawwana), reformed in 2004, governs all family proceedings. The table below summarizes the main proceedings and their principal characteristics.
| Proceeding | Initiated by | Typical Duration | Key Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mutual Consent Divorce | Both spouses jointly | 2 – 4 months | Full agreement on custody & finances |
| Talaq (husband-initiated) | Husband | 3 – 6 months | Court authorization + financial guarantees |
| Khul' (wife-initiated) | Wife | 2 – 5 months | Financial consideration by wife |
| Judicial Divorce for Cause | Either spouse | 6 – 24 months | Grounds proven before court |
| Child Custody (Hadana) | Either parent | 3 – 12 months | Best interests of child (maslaha) |
| International Family Case | Either party | Variable | Jurisdiction + cross-border recognition |
Why Clients Choose Our Family Law Practice
Experienced Moroccan Family Lawyer
Maître Boujabha represents clients before the Family Courts of Rabat, Témara and Salé in all types of family law proceedings — from straightforward mutual consent divorces to complex international custody cases.
International Expertise
Extensive experience in binational family cases, cross-border custody disputes, and the recognition of Moroccan judgments in France and other jurisdictions. Jurisdiction and applicable law addressed from the outset.
English, French & Arabic
International clients and expatriates communicate with our firm in English throughout their case. No language barrier affects the quality of legal representation before Moroccan courts.
Direct Attorney Access
You work directly with Maître Mounia Boujabha from the initial consultation through to judgment. No intermediaries. Personal, focused attention from the attorney who knows your file.
Transparent Fee Structure
A clear written fee estimate is provided at the outset of every engagement, following the initial consultation. Transparent billing. No hidden costs. No surprises.
Member — Barreau de Rabat
Maître Boujabha is a registered member of the Barreau de Rabat, the professional body governing attorneys admitted to practice before the courts of the Rabat jurisdiction since 2015.
Maître Mounia Boujabha
Maître Mounia Boujabha has been advising clients in family law matters since 2015. She regularly represents Moroccan nationals, expatriates and Franco-Moroccan couples before the family courts of Rabat, Témara and Salé in divorce, child custody, spousal support and international family law proceedings. Consultations are available in French, Arabic and English.
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Initial consultations available in English, French and Arabic. We advise on all aspects of family law under Moroccan law — including international and cross-border cases.
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