Family Law
Appointing a Legal Guardian in Israel
This article addresses appointing a legal guardian in Israel, which is called an apotropus. In Israel, only a court can appoint an apotropus, but it is possible to draw up a document specifying who you might wish this to be. All issues surrounding legal guardians and family law fall under the auspices of the Israeli…
Read MoreEnduring Power of Attorney Lawyer
This article addresses what you need to know when seeking an enduring power of attorney lawyer in Israel. All matters relating to enduring power of attorney fall under the purview of the Israeli Ministry of Justice. Enduring Power of Attorney in Israel In Hebrew, enduring power of attorney is referred to as yipuy coakh mitmashekh. …
Read MoreDocuments to Appoint a Legal Guardian in Israel
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…
Read MoreRoles Involved in Enduring Power of Attorney
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…
Read MoreContinuing Power of Attorney in Israel
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…
Read MorePaternity test in Israel – all your questions answered
Paternity test – officially known as a DNA test for “tissue typing” Did the Israel Ministry of Interior require you to present a ruling from the Family Court that determines your child’s paternity? This article will explain some of the things you should know about a paternity test in Israel – when, how, and why…
Read MorePaternity Test Abroad for Children of Israeli Citizens
Everyone reading this is probably aware of the reasons why an Israeli citizen may be required to submit a paternity test abroad to prove that they are parents to a child born outside Israel. If for some reason you don’t know, read through this informative post by our lawyers from our law firm specializing in…
Read MorePaternity Registration in Israel
How to Register a Minor’s Father at the Ministry of Interior The Israeli Nationality Law states that any child born to an Israeli father or mother is an Israeli citizen from birth. When the mother is Israeli, the child will be recognized as Israeli, but if the couple is not married or living together, the father might…
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