Intellectual Property Lawyer in Morocco

Intellectual Property Lawyer in Morocco

Protect your creations, trademarks and innovations with a specialized intellectual property lawyer. Full support from filing to defending your rights.

Industrial Property Law, Copyright Law Key legislation

Intellectual Property Lawyers in Morocco

42 lawyers listed in Intellectual Property on AvocatLib

Mohamed Adam Trabelsi
3 years of experience

Mohamed Adam Trabelsi

Cabinet Me. Mohamed Adam TrabelsiRabat

Maître Mohamed Adam Trabelsi, lawyer at the Bar of Rabat. He practises mainly in business law, corporate law, tax law as well as in mergers and acquisitions transactions. Holder of several specialised degrees in Business Law and Tax Law, he has a multidisciplinary background enabling him to address the legal issues of companies in their tax, financial and strategic dimensions. He assists Moroccan and international clients in structuring their activities, securing their transactions and preventing legal and tax risks. His practice covers advisory work and contract drafting as well as assistance in investment transactions, restructurings and business litigation. His approach is based on a concrete understanding of the economic stakes of each case, a close relationship with clients and the search for legally secure, pragmatic solutions adapted to their objectives.

Business LawTax LawIntellectual Property+10
French · English · Arabic · +1
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Asmaâ SAJIDE
3 years of experience

Asmaâ SAJIDE

Cabinet Me. Asmaâ SAJIDECasablanca

A lawyer specialising in digital law and business law, I assist companies, professionals and individuals in securing the legal aspects of their activities, their projects and their interests, both in advisory matters and in litigation. My approach is based on an in-depth understanding of the issues specific to each case. Beyond the legal analysis, I pay particular attention to the economic, technological and strategic dimensions of the matters entrusted to me, in order to propose concrete, pragmatic solutions adapted to my clients' realities. Areas of practice: - Digital, Technologies & Innovation I assist companies, electronic service providers, content creators and promoters of innovative projects in securing the legal aspects of their digital activities, bringing them into regulatory compliance and protecting their intangible assets. Digital compliance & Strategic advice • Legal advice in digital law. • Bringing digital activities into compliance with the applicable regulations. • Carrying out compliance audits and risk mapping. • Regulatory monitoring and strategic support for digital transformation projects. Protection of personal data • Compliance with the applicable regulations on the protection of personal data. • Drafting and updating privacy policies, information notices and cookie policies. • Support in dealings with the competent authorities. • Audits and advice on data governance. IT contracts & Digital transformation • Drafting, negotiating and reviewing IT contracts. • Software, application and platform development contracts. • Legal securing of IT and digital transformation projects. E-commerce & Digital platforms • Legal support for electronic commerce activities. • Drafting General Terms and Conditions of Sale (GTCS), General Terms of Use (GTU) and legal notices. • Advice on consumer protection and electronic payments. • Legal compliance of digital platforms and marketplaces. Intellectual property & Digital assets • Protection, valorisation and management of intellectual property rights. • Filing and renewal of trademarks, designs and models. • Protection of software, databases, digital content and original creations. • Drafting assignment, licence and exploitation contracts. Content creators & Influencers • Drafting and negotiating collaboration, sponsorship and partnership contracts. • Protection of image rights, digital content and intellectual property. • Advice on the legal obligations applicable to advertising, commercial partnerships and social networks. • Support in managing disputes relating to digital platforms. Digital litigation & Cybercrime • Assistance and representation in disputes relating to digital activities. • Protection against infringements of personal data, online reputation and intellectual property rights. • Support in matters of cybercrime, computer fraud, digital identity theft and the liability of digital players. - Corporate & Business Company formation, structuring & governance • Incorporation of companies and legal support with formation. • Drafting and amending articles of association. • Preparation of shareholders' agreements. Corporate secretarial services • Monitoring the legal life of companies. • Preparation of general meetings. • Drafting minutes and corporate resolutions. • Completion of legal formalities with the competent administrations. • Updating corporate registers and legal documents. Commercial contracts • Drafting, negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts. • Distribution, commercial agency, franchise and partnership contracts. • Service provision and subcontracting contracts. • Assistance with the performance, renegotiation and termination of contracts. Compliance & Corporate governance • Legal compliance audits. • Compliance with the applicable regulations. • Development of internal procedures and governance mechanisms. • Management of legal risks. Business litigation • Prevention and management of commercial disputes. • Representation before the commercial courts. • Debt recovery. • Directors' liability and disputes between shareholders. - Employment & HR • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating employment contracts, preparing internal regulations, HR policies and internal procedures. • Support in the application of labour legislation, bringing HR practices into compliance and legal monitoring. • Assistance in conducting disciplinary procedures, dismissals and terminations of the employment contract. • Defence and representation of clients before the courts and other authorities competent in labour matters. - Business criminal law • Prevention and management of criminal risks related to corporate activity. • Assistance to companies, directors and employees in the context of investigations, inspections, hearings and criminal proceedings. • Defence of the interests of companies and their directors before the criminal courts. - Arbitration & Mediation I assist companies, investors and individuals in preventing and resolving disputes, favouring alternative dispute resolution methods suited to their interests. Arbitration • Acting as arbitrator in arbitration proceedings. • Assistance and representation of the parties before the arbitral tribunal. • Drafting and negotiating arbitration agreements. Mediation • Acting as mediator in mediation proceedings. • Assistance and representation of the parties throughout the mediation process. • Advice on amicable dispute resolution strategies. - Training in digital law I assist companies, institutions and professionals in strengthening their skills and their legal culture in digital matters. I design and deliver training courses tailored to the issues facing each organisation, in order to foster a better understanding of legal obligations, anticipate legal risks and promote practices that comply with regulatory developments.

Business LawReal Estate LawIntellectual Property+34
French · Arabic · English
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CABINET FAHMI
32 years of experience

CABINET FAHMI

Cabinet Me. CABINET FAHMIFes

Lawyer admitted to practise before the Court of Cassation, specialised in family law, business law, commercial and real-estate litigation and public procurement. Over more than 32 years of professional practice, I have successfully pleaded complex cases and provided strategic advice to companies and start-ups. I offer advanced expertise in drafting commercial contracts, conducting negotiations and settling disputes through amicable means and arbitration. Committed to providing a legal service based on digitalisation, absolute transparency and speed, in order to secure the interests of our economic partners.

Business LawFamily LawIntellectual Property+28
French · Arabic · Moroccan Arabic (Darija) · +1
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Loubna Arrai
5 years of experience

Loubna Arrai

Cabinet Me. Loubna ArraiCasablanca

As a partner attorney at the firm SCP Chtaiba & Arrai - Partners, I assist my clients with a cross-cutting vision of the law, combining strategic advice with defence in litigation. My role is to offer you tailor-made support, whether to secure your projects upstream or to defend your interests tenaciously before the courts. Responsiveness, rigour and transparency are the pillars of my practice, in order to guarantee each case a high level of expertise and a legal solution perfectly suited to your stakes

Business LawCorporate LawAdministrative Law+8
French · Arabic · English
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Aicha Khaled
3 years of experience

Aicha Khaled

Cabinet Me. Aicha KhaledCasablanca

A lawyer registered with the Barreau de Casablanca, Maitre Aicha Khaled specialises in business law. She advises companies, executives and investors on all the legal issues arising throughout their company's life, with particular expertise in banking law and project finance, acquired within a firm dedicated to this field. Rigorous and pragmatic, she combines a solid technical command with a results-oriented approach, closely attuned to her clients' operational realities. Areas of practice Corporate law — incorporation, governance, capital transactions, restructurings Business law and commercial law — negotiation and drafting of contracts, commercial relations, litigation Trademark law and intellectual property — filing, protection and defence of trademarks Banking law and project finance — structuring and legal securing of financing transactions. Employment law — employment contracts, management of labour relations, litigation before the labour courts

Business LawLabor LawIntellectual Property+9
French · Arabic · English · +1
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Jamal EL HASNAOUY
11 years of experience

Jamal EL HASNAOUY

Cabinet Me. Jamal EL HASNAOUYCasablanca

A lawyer at the Casablanca Bar, I assist companies and individuals in advisory work and litigation, particularly in business law, intellectual property, contract law and arbitration. My aim is to provide effective, tailored legal support geared towards protecting my clients' interests.

Recouvrement de créancesDroit de la concurrenceDroit international+14
French · Arabic · Amazigh (Berber) · +1
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Maha Jawhari
9 years of experience

Maha Jawhari

Cabinet Me. Maha JawhariCasablanca

A lawyer at the Casablanca Bar and founder of Cabinet Jawhari, for more than seven years I have been assisting both individuals and companies and international groups with their most demanding legal issues. My firm practises in business and commercial law, employment law, family law, digital law and personal data protection (law 09-08 / CNDP compliance). Whether it is a matter of securing a personal situation, structuring an SME or managing the legal risks of a major account, I bring an advisory approach — proactive and results-oriented. Drawing on a dual French-speaking and Arabic-speaking legal culture, I act with the rigour and responsiveness required by sensitive individual matters as well as by corporate environments and high-stakes transactions.

Business LawFamily LawReal Estate Law+12
French · English · Arabic
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Najm Eddine Hajji
7 years of experience

Najm Eddine Hajji

Cabinet Me. Najm Eddine HajjiTangier

Maître Najm Eddine Hajji is a lawyer registered with the Tangier Bar, specialised in business law and strategic support for companies. Combining legal rigour with a business vision, Maître Hajji positions himself as a trusted partner for companies wishing to develop within a secure framework while optimising their performance.

Business LawLabor LawCommercial law+10
French · English · Arabic
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Hatim ELKHATIB
29 years of experience

Hatim ELKHATIB

Cabinet Me. Hatim ELKHATIBTangier

Lawyer registered with the Tangier Bar since 1997, practising exclusively in business law, both in advisory work and in litigation. We have proven experience in advising and representing national and international companies. Our professionals work in Arabic as well as in French, English and Spanish.

Business LawReal Estate LawCorporate Law+2
French · Arabic · English · +1
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8 years of experience

Safa Larhmich

Cabinet Me. Safa LarhmichTangier

A lawyer at the Tangier Bar, I assist individuals, professionals and companies with their legal procedures as well as in the defence of their rights and interests. My approach is based on listening, rigour and tailored legal support, with particular attention paid to a thorough understanding of each case and to the search for strategic and appropriate solutions. Areas of practice: * ⚖️ Family law & family litigation (Divorce in all its forms, separation, maintenance, custody) * 👶 Judicial kafala & civil status (Kafala procedures for abandoned children, filiation, civil status registrations and rectifications) * 🏠 Real estate and land law * 🏢 Commercial and business law * 💼 Labour law and social litigation * 🛡️ Insurance law and compensation * ⚖️ Criminal law * ⚡ Summary proceedings and urgent measures * 📊 Tax litigation and tax law * 📑 Law of contracts and obligations * 🏛️ Civil law and general litigation * 👩‍⚖️ Representation and defence before the courts My commitment is to offer every client support based on seriousness, confidentiality and responsiveness, whether it is a matter of preventing a dispute, securing a legal transaction, negotiating an amicable settlement or ensuring a rigorous defence before the courts. 📍 Address: Rue Abi Dardae, Imm. Tajmil, 7th floor, No. 40, Place des Nations, Tangier – Morocco 📞 Telephone: +212 661-173770 📧 Email: Safaa.larhmich@gmail.com 🌐 Website: https://avocatelarhmich.com/ 💳 Means of payment: Cash, Bank transfer, Cheque

Criminal LawFamily LawLabor Law+32
French · Arabic
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Amina Hamza

Amina Hamza

Cabinet Me. Amina HamzaCasablanca

A lawyer at the Casablanca Bar, I practise in both advisory and litigation matters, for individuals as well as professionals. From legal consultation to defence before the courts, I provide personalised support based on analysis, strategy and rigour, with particular attention paid to each case and to my clients' interests.

Droit penalReal Estate LawTax Law+32
French · Arabic · English · +1
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Maître Hamza HICHAMI
6 years of experience

Maître Hamza HICHAMI

Cabinet Me. Maître Hamza HICHAMICasablanca

Maître Hamza HICHAMI is a lawyer in Casablanca and practises within his own firm, where he assists a clientele made up of individuals, professionals and companies with their various legal issues. He acts both in advisory matters and in litigation, bringing to each case an analysis suited to its nature and to the interests at stake for his clients. His practice covers several areas of law and relates in particular to legal support, the drafting and analysis of deeds and contracts, as well as the defence and representation of his clients’ interests before the competent courts. He also handles disputes and seeks legal solutions adapted to the situations entrusted to him. Maître Hamza HICHAMI assists his clients through the various stages of their proceedings, from the analysis of their situation and the identification of legal risks to the implementation of appropriate solutions. He pays particular attention to understanding each case, preparing procedures and following up on matters, in order to ensure consistent and structured handling. Maître Hamza HICHAMI bases his practice on rigour, availability and confidentiality. His approach favours a relationship of trust with his clients and a precise understanding of their needs, with the aim of providing them with serious, clear legal support adapted to the particularities of each situation.

Family LawCriminal LawWhite-collar crime+13
French · Arabic · English
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Intellectual property in Morocco: a strategic asset

In an economic environment where innovation and creativity have become growth drivers, intellectual property represents a fundamental asset for Moroccan businesses. Whether it is a trademark, a patent, an industrial design or an artistic work, every creation deserves adequate legal protection.

Morocco has significantly strengthened its legal framework for intellectual property over the past two decades. The Kingdom is now a signatory to the major international conventions, including the Paris Convention, the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and the Madrid Agreement for the International Registration of Marks. This normative framework offers creators and businesses protection both nationally and internationally.

Engaging a specialized intellectual property lawyer in Morocco ensures that your rights are properly protected and that any infringement of your creations will be handled with the necessary rigor. Professional legal expertise is essential to navigate a field where the financial stakes can be considerable.

Legal framework: key legislation and institutions

Intellectual property in Morocco rests on two main legislative pillars. Law 17-97 on the protection of industrial property, amended and supplemented by Law 23-13, governs trademarks, patents, industrial designs and models, as well as geographical indications. This law forms the foundation of industrial property protection in Morocco and aligns Moroccan law with international standards.

The second pillar is Law 2-00 on copyright and related rights, which protects literary, artistic and scientific works. This law covers a broad spectrum: written works, music, audiovisual content, software, databases and digital creations. It guarantees authors both moral and economic rights over their creations.

The Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property (OMPIC) is the central institution for industrial property matters. Trademark, patent and design filings are made with this body. OMPIC also maintains the central trade register and manages the national database of industrial property titles. The Moroccan Copyright Office (BMDA) manages copyright and related rights.

A specialized lawyer masters the nuances of these texts and supports clients in their dealings with these institutions. They ensure filing deadlines are met, applications comply with requirements and the right protection strategy is adopted for each type of creation.

When should you consult an intellectual property lawyer?

Filing a trademark with OMPIC may seem straightforward, but it actually requires thorough prior analysis. A lawyer will conduct a prior art search to verify that the proposed mark does not infringe existing rights, define the relevant classes of goods and services and draft the trademark description to optimize the protection obtained.

In cases of counterfeiting of your trademarks, patents or works, rapid intervention by a lawyer is crucial. They can initiate seizure proceedings, obtain injunctions to halt infringements and file lawsuits to obtain compensation. Counterfeiting can be sanctioned both civilly and criminally, with fines and imprisonment provided by law.

Negotiating and drafting license agreements is another area where legal assistance is valuable. Whether granting exploitation of a patent, authorizing use of a trademark under a franchise or assigning copyright, these transactions require carefully drafted contracts to protect each party's interests.

Companies developing software, applications or digital content also need specific legal support. Protecting digital creations in Morocco involves both copyright and, in some cases, patent law, requiring a tailored protection strategy.

Intellectual property procedures and steps

Filing a trademark in Morocco follows a structured process. After the prior art search and file preparation, the application is submitted to OMPIC. A formal examination is carried out, followed by publication in the Official Industrial Property Bulletin. A 60-day opposition period is opened, during which third parties may challenge registration. If no opposition is filed or if it is rejected, the trademark is registered for 10 years, renewable indefinitely.

For patents, the procedure is more complex. The filing includes a detailed description of the invention, claims defining the scope of protection and, where applicable, explanatory drawings. OMPIC conducts a formal examination and may request amendments. The patent is granted for 20 years from the filing date, subject to payment of annual maintenance fees.

For copyright, protection arises from the mere creation of the work, with no mandatory formality. However, filing with the BMDA provides useful evidence in case of dispute. The lawyer will advise their client on the appropriateness of filing and on complementary protection measures such as bailiff reports or electronic timestamping.

Judicial proceedings in intellectual property matters fall under commercial courts for civil aspects and criminal courts for criminal aspects. The Casablanca commercial courts handle a significant share of these disputes, given the economic concentration in the city.

Choosing the right intellectual property lawyer

Intellectual property is a technical legal field that requires deep specialization. A good intellectual property lawyer does more than know the texts: they understand the economic realities of innovation, strategies for valuing intangible assets and the challenges of international trade.

When choosing your lawyer, check their experience in the specific area that concerns you. A lawyer accustomed to trademark filings may not have the same expertise in patents or copyright. Do not hesitate to ask for references and inquire about cases they have handled.

Responsiveness is an essential criterion, particularly in counterfeiting cases where every day counts. Your lawyer must be able to act quickly to protect your rights and limit damages. Look for a professional with an international network of correspondents if your activities extend beyond Morocco's borders.

Avocatlib connects you with specialized intellectual property lawyers throughout Morocco. Our platform allows you to compare profiles, read reviews from other clients and book appointments directly online with the professional who best matches your needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Intellectual Property in Morocco

How much does it cost to register a trademark in Morocco?
Official filing fees with OMPIC vary depending on the number of classes selected. Beyond official fees, a lawyer's fees for prior art searches, file preparation and procedure monitoring represent a wise investment to avoid the risk of refusal or opposition. Plan a total budget that includes OMPIC fees and professional fees.
How long does patent protection last in Morocco?
A patent is protected for 20 years from the filing date, in accordance with Law 17-97. This protection is subject to payment of annual maintenance fees. After this period, the invention enters the public domain and may be freely used by anyone.
What should I do if my trademark is counterfeited in Morocco?
In case of counterfeiting, it is essential to act quickly. Your lawyer can first have the infringement documented through seizure proceedings, then initiate summary proceedings to obtain immediate cessation of the unlawful acts. A substantive action will allow you to obtain damages. Counterfeiting is also a criminal offense punishable by fines and imprisonment.
Can software be protected by a patent in Morocco?
In Morocco, software is primarily protected by copyright under Law 2-00. However, a patent can protect a computer-implemented invention if it makes a technical contribution. The boundary between the two protection regimes is often blurred, making specialized legal advice essential to determine the best strategy.
Can a Moroccan trademark be protected internationally?
Morocco is a member of the Madrid System, which allows the protection of a trademark filed with OMPIC to be extended to over 120 countries through a single international application. A specialized lawyer will guide you in choosing target countries and ensure your trademark is protected in the jurisdictions relevant to your business.

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