Posts by Michael Decker
Professional Mediator in Israel: A Brief Guide to Dispute Resolution
If you ever experience an interpersonal conflict or a business dispute, you should consider the services of a professional mediator in Israel. There are several legal ways to resolve intractable conflicts and disputes. Professional mediation is the option that generally demands the least monetary, emotional, and interpersonal costs. Additionally, mediation is usually the quickest way…
Read More“Pinuy Binuy” in Israeli National Outline Plan #38 Projects
What is Pinuy Binuy in Israeli national outline plan #38 projects? Pinuy Binuy (meaning clearance and construction) is an urban renewal project in which condominiums are destroyed, and new and improved condominiums are constructed in their place. In urban national outline plan #38 (“Tama 38“) it is possible to issue an order for certain buildings…
Read MoreA Comprehensive Guide to Taxation in Israel for Self-Employed
Establishing a self-employed venture or an LLC in Israel requires a solid understanding of tax obligations and registration processes. This comprehensive guide to Taxation in Israel explores two common forms of self-employment, “Osek Patur” and “Osek Murshe”, as well as the tax considerations associated with LLCs. There are several types of registered companies in Israel,…
Read MoreIsraeli contract lawyer
Are you looking for an Israeli contract lawyer? At , we have years of experience working on contract law with both local Israelis and internationals from all around the world who seek to conduct business in Israel. On our website, we have numerous articles and resources related to Israeli corporate and commercial law, which also…
Read MoreObtaining a German passport: A Guide
As you may know, for over two years now the German legislature has significantly broadened the criteria for obtaining German citizenship for descendants of Holocaust survivors, thereby easing the conditions for them in an unprecedented manner. In this article we will present the complete guide to obtaining a German passport for those eligible – ascertaining…
Read MoreObtaining German Citizenship – History of German Jews
German Jews have a long and complex history dating back to the Middle Ages, with the first mentions of the community appearing in the 4th century AD. In the 19th century, Jews in Germany gained legal rights and social acceptance (the Emancipation), and contributed to German society in fields such as science, medicine and the…
Read MoreNotary Services in Jerusalem
Looking for a notary in Jerusalem? Our law firm in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv offers document translation services from any language to any language with notary approval and signature, signing documents before a notary, apostille stamp, power of attorney with notary signature and notary services for people abroad. When are notary services needed? Certain documents…
Read MoreShareholders Agreement in Israel
The article provides information about a shareholders agreement in Israel. This is also known as a joint venture agreement (JVA). When two or more businesses seek to collaborate, they often use a shareholders agreement. Companies must have a number of important documents that outline and describe its methods of operation. The main document companies have…
Read MoreThe law denying property restitution to Polish Jews – what is the legal situation today?
What does the Polish law on property restitution stipulate? A law passed by Poland in 2021 establishes a 30-year statute of limitations on filing claims for the restitution of property nationalized by the communist government after World War II. The passage of the law severely restricted the possibility that descendants of Polish Jews could file…
Read MoreAbandonment of Israeli residency
Abandonment of Israeli residency – how and when is it done? The process of abandoning resident status is a complex legal procedure, which is performed mainly in cases of relocation or a permanent move to another country for the purpose of work, starting a family, etc. Abandonment of residency is necessary in order to be…
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