Posts by Anat Levi

This article addresses necessary documents to appoint a legal guardian in Israel.  All issues surrounding legal guardianship, or apotropus as it is called in Hebrew, fall within the purview of the family courts and under the Ministry of Justice.  What Is a Legal Guardian in Israel A legal guardian is a court-appointed individual who is…

This article addresses the roles involved in the enduring power of attorney procedures in Israel.  If you seek to draw up this type of power of attorney, it is advisable to be familiar with these frequently used terms.   Main Titles and Roles Involved in Enduring Power of Attorney Procedures The Appointer (HaMemane or HaMemana in…

This article addresses the continuing power of attorney in Israel, defining some of the relevant terms, detailing why it’s important, and explaining parts of the process.  This topic falls under family law in Israel, which is under the Ministry of Justice. What Is Continuing Power of Attorney? Continuing power of attorney, also commonly referred to…