In a significant move to align with the ongoing legislative transformations within Morocco's justice system, the Ministry of Justice’s resort complex in Marrakech hosted a major scientific symposium on Thursday, November 12, 2026. The event brought together high-ranking judicial officials and legal professionals to deliberate on the implications of Law No. 26.51, which introduces transformative regulations for the notarial profession (Adoul) and seeks to modernize legal documentation standards across the Kingdom.
Advancing Judicial Excellence and Legal Training in Marrakech
The symposium was organized as a collaborative effort between the Court of Appeal in Marrakech and the Regional Council of Adoul. Spearheaded by the First President of the Court, Mr. Mustapha Ait El Halloui, and the Crown Prosecutor, Mr. Khalid Kardoudi, the initiative underscores the commitment of the Moroccan judiciary to continuous professional development. By fostering an environment of shared knowledge, the program aims to unify the understanding of new legal requirements, ensuring that magistrates, advisors, and public prosecutors are well-equipped to apply these laws effectively within the Marrakech judicial district.
This initiative aligns with the directives of the President of the Public Prosecution and the President-Delegate of the Supreme Council of the Judicial Power. These national leaders have consistently emphasized the necessity of keeping pace with legislative updates to safeguard the rights of litigants and enhance public trust in the Moroccan legal system.
Expert Insights into the New Notarial Framework
The event featured a series of high-level presentations from legal experts. Mr. Abdellah Souhail, a Notarial Judge at the Court of First Instance in Marrakech, analyzed the expanding role of the notarial judge under the new law. Meanwhile, Mr. Lahcen Arjdal, an advisor at the Marrakech Court of Appeal, provided a detailed breakdown of the criteria for validating notarial documents to ensure they meet the rigorous standards of current legislation.
Further contributions from Mr. Abdel-Fattah Al-Naji, Deputy Crown Prosecutor, clarified the role of the Public Prosecution in overseeing the profession. Mr. Abdelilah Soukoum, Secretary-General of the Regional Council of Adoul, offered a practitioner's perspective, bridging the gap between theoretical legislative changes and the daily realities of drafting and authenticating contracts in Morocco.
Future Horizons: Expanding the Scope of Reform
The momentum generated in Marrakech is set to continue. Organizers have announced a follow-up roundtable scheduled for December 10, 2026. This upcoming session will focus on the regulatory updates concerning judicial experts, interpreters, and judicial commissioners, ensuring that all auxiliary professions within the justice sector are synchronized with the national reform agenda. Through such robust institutional cooperation, the Court of Appeal in Marrakech continues to cement its position as a pillar of legal excellence and transparency in the Kingdom.
As reported by marrakech7.com.
