Nejib Marzouki

Civil law lawyer in Tunis

Contracts, liability, inheritance and property.

Civil law governs everyday relations: a contract that is not performed, damage suffered, an unpaid debt, an estate to be shared. The firm advises before signature and defends once a dispute has arisen.

Where an agreement is possible, it is sought first: it costs less and takes less time than a trial. Where it is not, the firm brings the case and follows it until the judgment is enforced.

When to consult

  • A contract is not honoured: sale, loan, lease, provision of services.
  • You have suffered damage and claim compensation, or compensation is claimed from you.
  • A sum is owed to you and the debtor does not pay.
  • An estate has to be opened or shared, or is disputed between heirs.
  • You want a contract drafted or reviewed before you sign it.

How the firm works

  1. Analysis of the situation

    Reading of the contracts, letters and available evidence. The firm tells you what you can claim and the risks of each route.

  2. Out-of-court attempt

    Formal notice, negotiation with the other party or their lawyer, drafting of the agreement when one is reached.

  3. Proceedings

    Referral to the competent court, written submissions, attendance at hearings and follow-up of expert reports.

  4. Enforcement

    Once the decision is given, the firm sees that it is enforced, with a court bailiff where necessary.

Frequent questions

Is going to court always necessary?

No. Many civil disputes are settled by a formal notice or a negotiation. The firm starts there when the situation allows, and goes to court if no agreement is reached.

I live abroad. Can you handle my case in Tunisia?

Yes. The firm represents you before the Tunisian courts and keeps you informed by e-mail or by phone. It tells you which documents to have drawn up in your country of residence.

Which documents should I prepare?

The contract or deed concerned, written exchanges with the other party, proof of payment and any official document already received.

The firm's other practice areas

Criminal lawAssistance and defence, from police custody to judgment.Family lawDivorce, child custody, maintenance, inheritance.Commercial and business lawCompanies, commercial contracts, debt recovery, businesses in difficulty.ArbitrationDomestic and international arbitration, from the clause to enforcement of the award.Tax lawTax audit, reassessment and disputes with the tax authorities.Employment lawEmployees and employers: contract, dismissal, litigation.Real estate lawLand titles, property sales, shared ownership and ownership disputes.Talk about your caseBook an appointment →

The information on this page is general. It does not replace a consultation: each situation has to be examined with its documents.