Family Law
Divorce in the Philippines is Not Possible – What Can Be Done Instead? (Legal Information)
Divorce in the Philippines is prohibited for the vast majority of the country’s citizens, for religious reasons. As a result, problems arise among many Filipino citizens in Israel who are interested in regulating their legal status as spouses of Israeli citizens or residents. In this article, an immigration lawyer explains about the complicated legal situation…
Read MoreMarriage Nullification Law: the Complete Guide for “Mixed” Couples
Sadly, divorce is a familiar reality for many families in Israel. We all know someone who has been divorced, and we may have even been divorced ourselves, and can state firsthand that it is not the most pleasant procedure, even if necessary. Sometimes the relationship ends, and there is no choice for the couple but…
Read MoreForeign Divorce in Israel
This article, Foreign Divorce in Israel, discusses obtaining recognition in Israel of a divorce conducted abroad. While obtaining a divorce judgment abroad ends a marriage, it is imperative to have this recognized and registered in Israel in order to allow a person to remarry in Israel. A foreign divorce judgment must be registered in Israel…
Read MoreDivorce 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 for Mixed Marriages in Israel
This article will discuss divorce for mixed marriages in Israel. The most frequent case of mixed marriages that we see in Israel is that of a Jew and a non-Jew; thus this article focuses specifically on this type of mixed marriage. Religion and Religious Courts in Israel Historically, various ethnic groups and denominations in the…
Read MoreDivorce between a Jew and a Non-Jew in Israel
This article will address divorce between a Jew and a non-Jew in Israel. Israel is unique compared to many Western countries due to the fact that religious courts often have authority over issues of divorce. Religious Autonomy and Religious Courts There are a number of historically established religious communities in Israel. These include Jews, Muslims,…
Read MorePrenatal paternity suit – legal information
Modern technology allows the father’s identity to be tested as early as during the pregnancy. The prenatal paternity test is generally used for identifying the father of the fetus even before the birth. The test’s results may grant eligibility for alimony or child support, legal status in Israel by virtue of birth (Jus soli) and…
Read MoreDivorce in Rabbinic Courts in Israel
This article will discuss divorce in Rabbinic Courts in Israel. Israel’s Personal-Religious Law is Exceptional First, it’s important to note the uniqueness of the Israeli law system compared to many other Western countries. Family Courts in Israel, which deal with family law and personal status issues, have jurisdiction over all family matters except marriage and divorce. Rabbinic…
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