Legal Profession Crisis in Morocco: El Haini Calls for End to Strike Following Constitutional Court Ruling

Developments in Lawyers’ Law and Repercussions of the Constitutional Court Ruling

In a notable development within the Moroccan legal and human rights scene, lawyer Mohamed El Haini reacted to the Constitutional Court’s recent decision ruling that it was unable to decide on the legal profession law, emphasizing the need to interpret this decision positively in the interest of justice.

Legal Reading of the Constitutional Court Decision

In his analysis of the decision, El Haini considered that the Constitutional Court’s request for a corrected referral from the Speaker of the House of Representatives carries a fundamental legal effect; it effectively leads to suspending the promulgation of the controversial law. According to El Haini, this “suspension” freezes the legal text, rendering it incapable of producing any legal effects at present.

Explicit Call to End the Boycott

In a post reflecting his concern for the proper functioning of the public justice service, El Haini issued a direct appeal to the Association of Lawyers’ Bars in Morocco, calling on them to seize this positive signal and end the comprehensive strike in courts. He stressed that continuing the strike is no longer justified, especially since the law remains suspended and has not yet entered into force.

The lawyer explained that citizens’ constitutional rights and the interests of litigants have reached a critical state as a result of this halt, which has lasted for over a month. He emphasized that continuing the “boycott” could lead to a backlog of cases and cause severe harm to the administration of justice, necessitating a reassessment of the position by professional bodies.

A Roadmap to Safeguard the Interests of Professionals and Litigants

In conclusion, El Haini called for the voice of reason to prevail and to prioritize the best interests of the legal profession. He considered returning to work a responsible step that protects the interests of professionals while maintaining the balance of the Kingdom’s judicial system, pending the proper completion of the legislative process.