What Civil Law Governs

Civil law in Jordan, codified under the Civil Code No. 43 of 1976, forms the backbone of private legal relations. It governs obligations and rights arising between individuals and entities in their personal and commercial dealings. The Code outlines general principles of liability, compensation, contractual freedom and its limits, property ownership, and succession.

It is the law that touches everyone’s life, from signing a lease or a purchase agreement, to claiming compensation for harm, or securing inheritance rights.

Key Areas We Handle

• Contracts and obligations: drafting, reviewing, and enforcing contracts; handling breach of contract disputes; advising on obligations, conditions, and nullity.

• Civil liability and compensation: pursuing claims for damages arising from negligence, wrongful acts, or contractual breaches; defending against liability claims.

• Property rights: ownership and possession disputes; easements and usufruct; transfer of property; rights in rem.

• Lease and tenancy matters: negotiating and drafting lease agreements; representing clients in rental disputes, eviction claims, and rent adjustment cases.

• Enforcement and debt collection: judicial enforcement of judgments; recovery of debts through civil proceedings; interim measures and precautionary attachments.

Our Approach

We approach civil cases with a balance of legal precision and practical strategy. Our team assesses each matter in light of Civil Code principles, court precedents, and evolving judicial practice.

• Prevention: structuring contracts and arrangements to avoid disputes.

• Resolution: prioritising negotiation and mediation to save clients time and cost.

• Litigation: where necessary, representing clients before all levels of the Jordanian courts.