Contract Law & Commercial Transactions

Korte Law advises foreign companies and investors on commercial contracts governed by Moroccan and German law. Whether you are entering a distribution agreement, a supply contract, or a joint venture, we ensure your contracts are enforceable and aligned with local legal requirements.

What We Cover

  • Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts under Moroccan and German law
  • Distribution, agency, and franchise agreements
  • Joint venture and shareholders' agreements
  • Supply chain and procurement contracts
  • Service agreements and consulting contracts
  • Contract renegotiation and variation
  • Pre-contractual liability and heads of terms

The Legal Framework

Commercial contracts in Morocco are governed primarily by the Code des Obligations et Contrats (DOC, 1913) — Morocco's civil code — supplemented by the Code de Commerce (1996) for commercial relationships. For cross-border transactions, the choice of law clause and governing jurisdiction are critical: Moroccan courts will apply mandatory provisions of Moroccan law even when foreign law is chosen, particularly for contracts performed in Morocco.

For German-law contracts, we work within the BGB (Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch) and HGB (Handelsgesetzbuch), including the commercial agency provisions of §§ 84–92c HGB, which have extraterritorial implications for Moroccan agents of German principals.

How We Work

We take a practical, transaction-focused approach. We identify the key risk points in your contract structure, draft clear and enforceable clauses, and flag issues specific to Morocco — such as mandatory arbitration limitations, foreign currency payment restrictions, and enforceability of penalty clauses. We work in English, French, German, and Arabic, and our agreements are designed to hold up before Moroccan courts or international arbitration tribunals.

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For expert guidance on commercial contracts in Morocco or Germany, speak to our team.