Posts by Anat Levi
Divorce for Muslims in Israel
This article addresses divorce for Muslims in Israel. This includes marriage between Muslim Israeli citizens, as well as between a Muslim from another country or convert Islam and a Muslim in Israel. All issues related to family law in Israel fall under the Israeli Ministry of Justice. Background Israeli law is different from other Western…
Read MoreDivorce with Children in Israel
When a married couple files for divorce, the custody and interaction with their children is a crucial concern. What does Israeli law have to say about custody, alimony, and support payments? This article will address divorce with children in Israel. Custody in Israeli Courts Divorce with children in Israel is subject to Israeli law, based…
Read MoreDivorce for Christians in Israel
This article will address divorce for Christians in Israel, meaning that both partners are Christian, either from the same or different recognized religious communities. Ways to Obtain Divorce for Christians in Israel There are two primary ways for Christians to obtain a divorce in Israel: 1) through a recognized church court when they both belong…
Read MoreDivorce between Jews in Israel
This article will discuss divorce between Jews in Israel. Unlike many Western countries, Israeli law allows Rabbinical Courts to have the primary authority over issues of divorce, although there are issues accompanying divorce that the Family Court can address as well. Procedure for Divorce Between Jews in Israel Jewish couples who wish to divorce must…
Read MoreCommon-law couples
“Common law couples in Israel” is a legal definition referring to a spouses who has not institutionalized their relationship in the framework of a marriage, but whose joint life is sufficiently stable and established to make them legally considered a couple. The body responsible for determining whether a couple merits this status is the Family…
Read MoreExecuting a legal will – how is it done?
In order for the will to be considered a legal order after the death of the testator, there is a process that must take place. After the testator’s death, heirs intent on executing a will must file a request for execution. Once the request has been filed, the Registrar of Inheritance will notify the public.…
Read MoreWhat kind of Will is considered legally valid?
A legally valid will in Israelmust be in one of the following formats: Handwritten, signed and dated: If the will was done solely in the handwriting of the successor, it must include the date the will was written, and signed by the successor themselves to be considered legal. Written by another party: Another option for…
Read MoreDivorce Lawyer for Palestinians
This article will tell you what to look for when seeking a divorce lawyer for Palestinians. We often have Palestinian clients contact us, both locally, and abroad, when their marriage has been registered in Israel or if they are married to a Palestinian with an Israeli (“blue”) ID from East Jerusalem or the rest of…
Read MoreDivorce Lawyer in Israel
This article discusses what you need to look for when trying to choose a divorce lawyer in Israel. While our office often works with clients in Israel, we also help Israeli or Jewish clients abroad who seek to address local issues; they were married in Israel, have an Israeli partner even though they currently live…
Read MoreTel Aviv Divorce Lawyer
If you are looking for a Tel Aviv divorce lawyer, this article will share a few tips on how to choose the best lawyer for your situation. The Israeli Ministry of Justice is the authority overseeing all matters of divorce and family law in the country. It is important to note that family law is…
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