arbitration lawyer · Rabat
Arbitration and mediation lawyer for clients from Rabat
Looking for an experienced arbitration lawyer? Maître Lahfaia Law Firm, based in Agdal (Rabat), in the heart of the capital, assists individuals and businesses from Rabat with their arbitration and mediation matters, from initial advice to representation before the Rabat Court of First Instance.
City of Rabat · Rabat-Salé-Kénitra
Why clients from Rabat choose the firm
As the Kingdom's administrative capital, Rabat is home to the ministries, the headquarters of the main public bodies, the Court of Cassation and a full set of first-instance and appeal courts. The firm is based here, in the heart of the Agdal district.
Rabat hosts the ministries, public institutions, embassies and many company headquarters. Cases here often combine administrative law, public procurement, civil service and business law, a few minutes from the firm.
Every arbitration and mediation case follows the same method: a confidential first meeting, analysis of the applicable law (Code of Obligations and Contracts, Law 53-95 (Commercial Courts)), a costed strategy with a fee agreement, then action before the Rabat Court of First Instance or the relevant public authority.
Our work in arbitration and mediation
- Drafting and reviewing arbitration clauses and submission agreements
- Representation before arbitral tribunals, in institutional or ad hoc, domestic or international arbitration
- Selection and appointment of arbitrators, challenges and questions of the arbitral tribunal's jurisdiction
- Written submissions, evidence, witnesses and oral argument before the arbitral tribunal
- Exequatur of Moroccan and foreign arbitral awards (New York Convention)
- Applications to set aside awards and defence against such applications
- Interim and protective measures before the state courts, before or during the arbitration
- Conventional mediation and drafting of mediation agreements
Competent courts for Rabat
- Rabat Court of First Instance
- Rabat Commercial Court
- Rabat Administrative Court
- Rabat Court of Appeal
- Rabat Administrative Court of Appeal
- Court of Cassation
- Rabat Family Justice Section
The firm can be reached on +212 808-507367 or by email, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Address: 69 Rue Tansift, Apt 6, Agdal, Rabat 10090, Morocco.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions on arbitration and mediation
What does an arbitration lawyer do?
An arbitration lawyer advises and represents a party in arbitration proceedings, a method of resolving disputes through arbitrators chosen by the parties rather than through the state courts. The lawyer drafts the arbitration clause, conducts the proceedings before the arbitral tribunal, and then pursues the exequatur of the award or its annulment before the competent courts.
Which disputes can be submitted to arbitration in Morocco?
Most contractual and commercial disputes, whether domestic or international. Matters of personal status and legal capacity and rights that cannot be freely disposed of are excluded. Disputes relating to contracts entered into by legal persons governed by public law may be arbitrated, except for excess of power and tax matters (Law No. 95-17).
Is arbitration confidential?
Arbitration proceedings are not public, unlike a court hearing. Confidentiality can be reinforced by an express provision in the arbitration clause or by the rules of the chosen arbitration centre.
How much does arbitration cost?
The cost includes the arbitrators' fees, the arbitration centre's charges where applicable, and the lawyer's fees. It depends mainly on the amount in dispute and the number of arbitrators. The firm provides an estimate at the first meeting, together with a written fee agreement.
Can the firm act for clients from Rabat?
Yes. The firm, based in Agdal, in the heart of the capital, pleads before the Rabat Court of First Instance and the competent courts of the Kingdom, in accordance with the judicial organisation. Meetings take place at the firm or by video call.
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Clients from Rabat: need a lawyer?
A first confidential discussion at the firm, by phone or by video call. Reply within 24 working hours.
69 Rue Tansift, Apt 6, Agdal, Rabat 10090, Morocco · Mon to Fri 9:00 am to 6:00 pm