On August 19, 2026, the Association of Bars of Morocco (ABM) issued a statement following a bureau meeting in Rabat dedicated to "professional developments." The association confirmed the continuation of the total suspension of professional legal services, a strike that has been ongoing since earlier this month.
The ABM also announced the convening of an extraordinary meeting of its council on September 5, 2026, at the invitation of the association's president. The meeting is expected to review the situation and decide on next steps.
The strike stems from a dispute with the government over proposed reforms to the legal profession, including issues related to the digitalization of procedures and the regulation of legal fees. Lawyers have been protesting what they see as encroachments on their professional independence.
As of now, no official talks have been scheduled between the ABM and the Ministry of Justice. The strike has disrupted court proceedings across the country, with many cases postponed.
