AvocatLib

Divorce lawyer in Marrakech

Divorce in Morocco is governed by the Family Code (Moudawana). Depending on the situation, the procedure is a mutual-consent divorce, a divorce for discord (chiqaq), a khol’ or a judicially supervised divorce, always before the family section of the first-instance court. The lawyers below, registered with the Marrakech bar, handle these procedures and what follows: child custody (hadana), alimony (nafaqa) and division of assets.

4 specialized lawyers

marouane rghioui
10 years of experience

marouane rghioui

Cabinet Me. marouane rghioui•Marrakech

Our law firm assists and defends individuals, professionals and companies in their legal and litigation matters. Together with my associates, we practise mainly in criminal law, civil law, business law and commercial law, favouring a rigorous, responsive approach tailored to each case. Our commitment: to provide every client with attentive listening, precise legal advice and an effective defence of their rights and interests, both in negotiations and before the courts.

Family LawDivorceChild custody & support+31
French · Arabic · English · +2
Direct contact only
View Profile
fatima ezzahra ztati
6 years of experience

fatima ezzahra ztati

Cabinet Me. fatima ezzahra ztati•Marrakech

Office of Maître Zattati Fatima Ezzahra, lawyer in Marrakech, for legal representation, legal advice and pleading before the courts. We specialise in family cases: divorce, divorce for irreconcilable differences (chiqaq), divorce by mutual consent, custody, maintenance, mixed marriage, kafala, inheritance, as well as administrative, commercial, real estate and civil cases. Lawyer in Marrakech for divorce and family law, mixed marriage, custody, maintenance, and administrative, commercial and civil law

DivorceChild custody & supportAdoption & parentage+46
French · Arabic · Moroccan Arabic (Darija) · +1
Direct contact only
View Profile
Abderrahmane Faitah
7 years of experience

Abderrahmane Faitah

Cabinet Me. Abderrahmane Faitah•Marrakech

As a lawyer in Marrakech, we are pleased to inform all our clients and partners that we carry out our duties with the utmost seriousness. Together with our team, we ensure rigorous follow-up of our files, combining a high level of professionalism and commitment, which makes our firm the ideal choice

Business LawCriminal LawReal Estate Law+27
French · Arabic · English
Direct contact only
View Profile
Hassouni Yassine
7 years of experience

Hassouni Yassine

Cabinet Me. Hassouni Yassine•Marrakech

Do you need reliable legal support to defend your rights and protect your interests? I offer you comprehensive handling of your cases, including advice, assistance, the drafting of deeds and contracts, the follow-up of proceedings as well as the defence of your interests. My expertise mainly covers business law, labour law and administrative and real estate law. At the service of individuals, professionals and companies, each case receives personalised, rigorous and confidential follow-up.

Business LawLabor LawAdministrative Law+27
French · English · Arabic · +1
Online booking · no slot in the next 14 daysBook by phone or WhatsApp.
View Profile

What to know before you consult

  • Jurisdiction: family section of the first-instance court of the marital home.
  • A conciliation attempt is mandatory before any divorce judgment; for chiqaq the court rules within six months at most (art. 97 of the Moudawana).
  • Core documents: marriage certificate, both spouses’ ID cards, family record book, proof of income for alimony.
  • Consequences to anticipate: custody, alimony, visitation rights, housing of the custodial mother and, where applicable, the consolation gift (mut’a).
Legal guideDivorce Proceedings in Morocco: Complete Guide 2026Read the full guide →

Frequently asked questions

How long does a divorce take in Marrakech?
A mutual-consent divorce is usually settled within a few months. A divorce for discord (chiqaq) must be decided by the court within six months at most. Actual timelines depend on the Marrakech court’s workload and any expert reports.
Do I need a lawyer to divorce?
The law does not require one in every case, but representation by a lawyer is standard practice before the family section: it secures the petition, the conciliation, the evidence and the calculation of rights (alimony, custody, mut’a).
How much does a divorce lawyer cost?
Fees are unregulated and depend on the procedure (mutual consent or contested), the children and the assets involved. Ask for a written fee agreement at the first meeting; several Marrakech lawyers display their rates or offer a first remote consultation.

See also

Inheritance lawyer in MarrakechSee all Family Law lawyers · Marrakech

Updated on

Divorce lawyer in Marrakech: 4 family law lawyers | AvocatLib