Selma Difallah
Legal Officer — Immigration LawSelma Difallah is a legal officer at El Haitem ◆ Law, where she focuses on immigration law and the protection of fundamental rights. She combines a strong academic background in international law and human rights with four years of experience at the Rouen Court of Appeal, where she worked at the core of the judicial decision-making process.
This dual background enables her to contribute with precision and analytical depth to the preparation and handling of the firm's cases, particularly in complex or contentious matters.
Academic Background in International Law and Fundamental Rights
Selma Difallah holds a Bachelor's degree in Law from the University of Rouen, where she acquired a solid grounding in French law before specialising in international legal matters.
She then completed a Master's degree in International and European Law, gaining in-depth knowledge of European Union law, public international law, and human rights protection mechanisms at both European and international levels.
She further specialised with a Master's degree in the Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms, covering the legal frameworks safeguarding individual and collective rights at national level (Constitutional Council, Defender of Rights), European level (European Court of Human Rights), and international level (United Nations mechanisms).
Four Years of Experience at the Court of Appeal
Following her studies, Selma Difallah joined the Rouen Court of Appeal as a judicial assistant, a position she held for four years. Working at the heart of the judicial process, she developed a thorough understanding of litigation, including case analysis, legal research, drafting of memoranda and judicial briefs, and procedural follow-up.
This experience provided her with practical insight into how courts operate, the expectations of judges, and how cases are assessed in practice. She is familiar with the procedural and substantive requirements that are decisive in both administrative and litigation proceedings.
Her Role at the Firm El Haitem ◆ Law
Preparation of Case Files
Gathering supporting documents, ensuring compliance with prefectural and consular requirements, and drafting supporting letters and legal submissions.
Legal Research
Analysis of applicable laws and regulations (CESEDA, circulars, case law), and monitoring of legal developments in immigration law.
Procedural Follow-up
Coordination with prefectures, follow-ups, and management of deadlines.
Client Support
Personalised follow-up of each case, responsiveness to administrative requests, and availability to clients.
A Commitment to Rights and Freedoms
Selma Difallah's commitment to the protection of individual rights and freedoms is central to her work. It is this commitment that led her to move from the judicial environment to direct involvement in the defense of foreign nationals, in a field where human considerations are central.
Her sensitivity to fundamental rights issues, shaped by both her academic background and judicial experience, allows her to approach each case with particular attention to the rights of the individual concerned.
She works closely with Magda El Haitem on a daily basis to ensure the consistency and quality of each case handled by the firm. Her presence ensures continuous and personalised follow-up, particularly during periods of high activity where responsiveness is critical to avoiding administrative delays or obstacles.
Background and qualifications
Legal Officer at El Haitem ◆ LawImmigration Law and fundamental rights
Legal AssistantRouen Court of Appeal for 4 years
Master's degreeProtection of fundamental rights and freedoms
Master's degreeInternational and European law
Master's degreeLitigation law
Bachelor's degree in LawUniversity of Rouen
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