Oded Ger did an excellent job by reviewing a modeling contract I was offered. Explained the bad clauses in the contract, and their possible consequences. Thank you for your amazing job, your professionalism, your consultation and honesty. You showed me from your experience how it can be done differently. It was the best decision choosing you as my lawyer.
I highly recommend this firm, especially Oded Ger.
Tomer Hila Birnbach
I received a recommendation from friends about the firm, and indeed every word is correct, a service team, professional, welcoming, a fair price for the work I requested, I am satisfied
Joshua Pex was both an amazing human being and an inspiring human rights attorney. I reported directly to him for various activities I performed as in intern. I was impressed with his incredibly solid character. He is trustworthy, fair, and goes above and beyond to advocate for the vulnerable. He is completely trustworthy and high caliber in his work. His partners and employees are very blessed to work with him. I am honored to know them.
Heather Lebrun
Michael Soffer
I would like to recommend Attorney Yehuda Elcharar. He assisted both me and my company in a complex lawsuit. He handled negotiations that led to a favorable outcome much quicker than expected.
I am extremely pleased with choosing Attorney Elcharar. Many thanks also to the office team, Oz and Chaya, for their assistance throughout the entire process.
Thanks again ????
TarcisioePotira Freitas
I really recommend the law office's services. The service is very professional and efficient, the price is right. I am satisfied with the services I needed and happy to have known them.
David De La Rosa
Very friendly, professional, and effective, highly recommended
Alexander P Gutterman
EU PASSPORT ! Big news! Thanks to Michael Decker and the other good people at the law office, as well as to the virtue of my ancestors, the cruelty of the Inquisition, reparations issued in the Iberian Peninsula, and etc, I am delighted to be on track for Portuguese and European Union Citizenship! A truly incredible development and one which brings me deep joy.
Priscilla Moses
competent consulting, fast processing, reliable, warm & good team. highly recommended
Amir Abt
The best lawyer firm I’ve had dealt with. I would like to thank Anat Levi and Ariel Galili from the Jerusalem branch for all of their efforts and patience, we could not have been Able to reach to where we are now without them
Shaltiel Devorah
Mr. Joshua Pex is knowledgeable and Professional. I really appreciate his courteous and direct approach.
Marce Ruth St. Rey
Party time in the heart, my beloved husband received his residence after so much time of battles and faith. Gratitude, God has blessed us with wonderful beings who have accompanied us, including a "precious angel" who touched our hearts, our excellent and fantastic lawyer: Maria Chernin Dekel, sweet and wonderful human being, who has guided us and stayed On our side. side in this intense legal transit whom we bless on every occasion. God bless you dear Maria, you have exceeded your professional duty by containing us and collaborating with us in hard times, very hard, for that we want to thank you publicly, you are unique!!!
We bless and thank the entire team at Decker Pex Tal Ofir Law Firm.
lynn vonne
Excellent service, very friendly and helpful, fast responding and very patient. Highly recommend. I will choose them again next time if needed.
Наталья Мажуга
Great lawyers Joshua Pex and Nechama and Michael Deker who really want to help you and I have very trustful relationships with them. All my cases they took they won. Thank you and let’s keep working together
Israel iluz
We were very satisfied with the service of Nehama. She was very professional in all her dealings and kept us informed all the way.
We highly recommend this law firm. They proved to be reliable, efficient and pleasant to work with.
Lauma Zariņa
This is definitely the best lawyer I know!!! very honest and super helpful he really helped me a lot dealing with immigration issues in Israel and it was very successful!
I highly recommend
Halvor Ronning
Courteous, clear, efficient service.
Esty A
I had a consultation with Batya and she was very helpful. She made sure I understood all the information I needed, and was patient with me in gathering documents I needed.
Paul Prince
The team of lawyers and assistants are incredibly professional. Aiming to give their clients the advice possible regarding the normative and the law of Israel. With well trained and professional secretary at the front desk to the lawyers team, I could say that I had one of the most professional services possible. I'm super glad of choosing Joshua Pex of Law office for immigration solution, lawyers to advise in my case, to me, it is remarkable.
Kfir Cohen
We were searching for a law firm that will be honest with us and really work hard for a satisfying result, it wasn't an easy task
We found them online; they were the only law firm from all of our searchings which were completely honest and NOT gave us just what we wanted to hear
Using them guaranteed honesty above all. A legal team that is friendly and cares for a superb result
They really care about helping their customers without any other interest
Nadia gave us service behind what we expected; she was professional which lead to fast and easy process with great result
We definitely recommend using them
Gáspár Erőss
If you need to solve any complicated legal issue in Israel, don't hesitate to contact them. Otherwise you will loose hours/days/weeks with things that they can solve in minutes. They helped me to obtain my expert working visa in Israel and even after that they responded further questions and gave me advices related to administrative issues in Israel which saved me a lot of time. Irena Rosenberg and Michael Decker worked on my case, they are very professional and helpful. They will not let you down, feel free to contact them.
Greg Olson
We highly recommend Adv. Mike Decker and have know him for many years. He has helped our family with many battles over the years. We recently received our permanent residency after 23 years in Israel. We so much appreciate Mike’s representation of us.
Matthias Oppliger
I have been receiving services from this Law Firm for several years now and I want to say THANK YOU to the team, especially Joshua Pex. They are doing outstanding work. The services I have received for both our Israeli non profit association but also our social business have helped us solve many issues at hand and provided solutions in complicated situations. Personally, I am grateful for support in visa issues as a foreigner living now in Israel for many years.
Josh W-S
The firm had a quick response to my last-minute needs, they were helpful in communicating with me in English, and they fulfilled my needs in a timely fashion.
Prima Lorenzo
I admire the Austrian citizenship team in Tel-Aviv branch! They deserve more then 5 stars!! They are very friendly and professional. I've got Austrian citizenship in 4 months for all family members which consists of 12 people! The entire team is very friendly and responsive. They are always answering questions and support during the process. I recommend to everyone. Was 100% satisfied.
Michael and Ariellah Waizman
For Advocate Joshua Pex.
We were in a devastating situation when my wife received an order from the immigration office to leave Israel within 30 days, without any explanation, after we have been married and in the process for six and a half years. We heard of Advocate Pex through a friend of a friend. We contacted Mr. Pex and he was ready to help us when he heard of our situation.
The service is amazing! Always ready to assist without regard to the time it takes. The advice Mr. Pex gave us was great, such as what to do, he gave useful links, and advice about which officials to contact. The price for the service was great!
The process until we received the extension for another year for my wife was not long (3 months). Things started moving once Mr. Pex came into the picture.
We highly recommend Advocate Joshua Pex! We achieved our goal and the fear of deportation has been lifted!
Jacob Newberry
A really excellent firm. They knew exactly how to handle my situation effectively and efficiently, and we got the result I needed without much fuss. Adi Berger was a wonderful advocate for me and I am deeply grateful for her help!
Dumitrascu Cristina
Best lawyer house from Israel! I couldn’t dealt with my situation without their professionalism and effectiveness. Their dedication to every legal aspect and their drive it’s how a true lawyer house can be!
Working in European market and international now, I couldn’t dare to let myself wide my wings on countries unknown to me. Definitely they’ll be the lawyers representing me, my business at every international aspect and on personal development.
When you hear Decker,Pex,Ofir &Co, you hear 10+ class services, luxurious professionals, confidentiality and exclusive attention to your needs.
Adi Katina
Great Team. With no doubt, this office is actually thee best-leading office in Israel. Simply put, if you want your case to win, just join them, hand in your documents, and celebrate the victory.
Kindest regards,
Adi k.
YK C
We had a pleasure of working with Irena Rosenberg who assisted in getting our two U.S. born children registered in Israel and supported visa process for my wife in 2021. During the pandemic, my wife and I decided to move to Israel where I am originally from after living in the U.S. for over 20 years, but we had no idea how to go about securing visas before and after arriving in Israel. Irena is knowledgeable, reliable and competent lawyer who always had answers to all our questions which made us feel confident that everything would be fine with her assistance. We are now happily living in Israel and are so grateful to have Irena who is a genuinely nice person as our lawyer.
Morgan Jones
The team at Decker, Pex & Co have been awesome to work with in helping our US company establish banking in Israel and in providing counsel for legal needs in Israel. I highly recommend!
Stuart Safft
I am delighted to report that my wife and I have just obtained our Israeli citizenship. We will be forever grateful for all of the help, guidance and support which Ariel Galili of Decker, Pex & Co. provided through this process.
I am a Jewish, 80-year-old American, and my wife is not Jewish. We had started the process on our own back in November 2020 via the Jewish Agency and Nefesh B’Nefesh, but soon became entangled in the delays and often-changing regulations due to Covid-19. The pandemic also caused delays in obtaining the required apostilles for various documents from various state agencies and the US State Department.
We found Decker, Pex & Co. On the internet and began working with Ariel in late November 2021. Ariel did a superb job of leading us through the process, helping us to understand which documents were essential, which would most likely be required, and which, though included on the list of required documents, were rarely required. He helped us several times to understand what was likely and unlikely to occur as “the next step.” Helping us manage our expectations was extremely useful to us.
Besides his knowing the laws, regulations and procedures, Ariel also made us feel that he was truly interested in helping us to successfully work through this process in as smooth, timely, and frustration-free manner as possible.
My wife and I strongly recommend anyone planning to go through this process seriously consider hiring Decker, Pex, Ofir & Co. and, specifically, Ariel Galili.
Sveta Vashkevich
We (myself and my husband) came to Mr. Joshua Pex – for his professional advice – and we received such human warmth and caring attitude, that our hearts melted …
His attention to our details and our situation peculiarities, combined with his professionalism and knowledge, helped us to map out what needs to be done on our part: we appreciate and recommend You, Mr. Joshua!
Michelle Long
Josh has been helping me on and off for a few years now. I have needed legal advice and assistance with immigration due to a complex situation of mine, and he has been extremely available and responsive, honest and clear about my route and how to proceed. Very much recommended!
Schruuf
We were very pleased and content with the services of this law firm. They supported us 100% and solved our case successfully, we couldn't be happier.
Sergei m Vashkevich
We came to Mr. Joshua with so many questions (and most of all, with so many concerns and worries) …
When we explained our case to him, first of all, he calmed us down and helped us to see the big picture, which took away our fears;
Then he presented us with a detailed explanation and a few options to explore, and a timeline, how things work and necessary steps to undertake on our part,
We thank and highly recommend Mr. Joshua for showing us so much empathy, care and professionalism (!)
Shurouq Hajyassin
We were very satisfied with the consultation we had.
You were very straightforward with us , You tried to help us in every way you could . we really appreciate that.
And of course the fast reply we got from you on our emails and the appointment you gave us .
You deserve more than 5 stars????
Lilian Granovsky
I can highly recommend these services!
Every time we turned to Joshua we always got a professional quick and helpful respond.
Eden Weiss
Extrmely friendly, professional and helpful. A big thank you to Irina especially from the Jerusalem office. Highly Recommended.
Andreas Kelling
We have been working with Decker, Pex & Co - Law Firm in Tel Aviv for many years very well. Because we appreciated their lawyers services, we recommended businesses and individuals again and again to go there as well.
Dongdiet & Nellie
We are very happy with the services. Somehow they managed to translate the law lingo into language we actually understand 😉 and their outstanding YouTube videos helped us to have a better grasp of what process we had to go through. Their patience, clear explanation and experience are very valuable. It's also very nice to know that you will receive response promptly; it made us feel we can really trust their services. We recommend all those looking for immigration lawyers to get in touch.
Yossi Montrose
Very knowledgeable and professional
Arielle Bosch
Incredibly knowledgeable, approachable, accessible, and evident across the board that they truly care about the people they are helping. They are quick to respond, engaged, and obviously top-notch lawyers. I couldn't recommend them highly enough. Thank you, Joshua and Itamar for your help with our Joint Life Application. You were a calming energy during a storm - always breathed a sigh of relief after speaking with you. It is so difficult to get straight answers from the Misrad Hapnim, but you guys are straight shooters. I appreciate your candor and evident integrity. Hope to work with you in the future, and will send everyone I know in need of legal aid your way. Thank you for your guidance and support.
Genaan Abdelall
I cannot recommend Nechama enough! Her expertise, professionalism, and dedication to her clients is unparalleled. From the moment I reached out to her, she provided clear and concise communication, and helped me navigate through a complex legal issue with ease.
Throughout the entire process, Nechama went above and beyond to ensure that I was informed and comfortable with every decision. She demonstrated a deep knowledge of the law, and was able to offer sound advice that ultimately led to a positive outcome.
What sets Nechama apart is her compassionate and empathetic approach to her clients. She truly cares about the well-being of her clients, and it shows in the way she handles every case.
If you are in need of a lawyer, I highly recommend Nechama.
Far-reaching changes recently enacted in Germany will grant German citizenship to Holocaust survivors and their descendants more easily than before. The changes include a wide spectrum of significant leniencies, along with specific clauses inserted in the Basic Law platform. This is in order to correct the great historical injustice perpetrated on German Jews in the 1930s. Obtaining German citizenship for Jews is now closer than ever.
Obtaining German citizenship for descendants of Nazi persecution victims in our office in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Our office only accepts clients whose applications have a good chance of success. Over the years we have developed a unique and professional work method that makes the process significantly easier.
German citizenship for Holocaust survivors
In the 1930s, Germany entered a new era that left an eternal black stain on the country’s long history. The Nazi regime, which was the pinnacle of the reflection of xenophobia, reached such monstrous proportions that it left the majority of the country’s Jews no choice but to leave even before WWII broke out. During these years many Germans were alienated and persecuted in their homeland, due to a racist and xenophobic policy that denounced “inferior races” – Jews in particular.
However, today the German state is focused on correcting the terrible past and the great suffering it caused its Jews. Therefore, it is easing the conditions for naturalization in an unprecedented way, and exclusively for Holocaust survivors and their descendants.
So what is new in the German law? In the last two years, the law underwent a comprehensive reform as part of a program to remedy the historical injustice. This program speaks to the desire to open the country’s gates to the descendants of female as well as male Holocaust survivors.
To explain – In the past, there were quite a few reservations regarding German citizenship for the descendants of women (but not men) who were formerly German citizens or had their German citizenship stripped away as part of the Nazi policy.
The Constitutional Court previously ascribed eligibility only to descendants born up to 1953. However, following changes to section 116 of the German Nationality Law, descendants of female German citizens will face no obstacles on their path to receive a German passport, similarly to descendants of male German citizens. This is in fact the most significant amendment to the law so far.
German citizenship for a grandchild
Every grandchild of a German citizen who lost their citizenship due to the Third Reich’s persecution is eligible to exercise their right and declare that they wish to regain the lost citizenship. In fact, the grandchild can apply for naturalization without their parents or grandparents having regained their citizenship first. They may therefore “skip generations” in order to obtain a passport. Of course, once the grandchild becomes a citizen, it will be possible for the rest of their immediate family to become naturalized by law.
However, we generally recommend submitting a joint naturalization file for all family members. The reason is that, naturally, legal processes related to obtaining foreign citizenship change over time, and therefore also sometimes pose different requirements. Right now, the situation seems absolutely ideal for anyone who wants to acquire the most advantageous passport in Europe.
The process is done under incredibly convenient conditions that do not require the candidate to come to Germany, pass language tests (unlike a regular naturalization process in Germany), open a bank account or establish a German place of residence. However, as mentioned, there is no guarantee that the situation will continue as it is forever. Therefore, our advice is to submit an application for the whole family so as to benefit from the current conditions and lower prices.
How many generations does the eligibility for German citizenship apply to?
A question that often arises with our clients is whether there is a generational restriction when it comes to the citizenship law
As of August 2021, there is no generational limit that could prevent you from obtaining German citizenship. The law allows the children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and sometimes even great-great-grandchildren of the persecution victim to submit an application.
How long does it take to get a German passport?
The time frame varies from candidate to candidate and depends on the quality of the documents as well as the waiting time for an interview at the embassy. In general, it can be said that the process is not considered particularly long and lasts on average between 12-24 months. This time table includes the verification of the documents by the authorized German committee, which will professionally evaluate the necessary steps for restoring citizenship, after which it will provide a final answer.
For the most part, candidates do not encounter any difficulties that should disqualify their candidacy. However, on rare occasions there is a chance that the authorities will ask for additional documents, if they are not satisfied with those initially submitted.
The cost of obtaining a German passport
The price of the process varies based on the documentation and evidence presented by the client, and certainly depends on the work required in cases where genealogical research is needed. Combined applications for obtaining citizenship may significantly reduce the price for the family, as mentioned.
The process of obtaining a German passport — German citizenship for Jews
For the first step, you must submit documents proving that your family has German roots, and that your German ancestor was persecution victim who was forced to leave Germany between 1933-1945. After that you will be required to fill out a questionnaire to verify eligibility for citizenship. It is recommended to complete the questionnaire with the help of an attorney – so as to avoid amateur mistakes that may cause the application to be rejected.
Documents required to obtain a German passport
As part of the application, you must provide documents to the German authorities, such as your birth certificate, valid passport and marriage certificate. Along with these you must present documents of the relative who is held to be the victim of persecution — documents showing a connection to Germany such as a residence permit, an old passport, an academic diploma, an expatriate certificate, a divorce certificate, etc.
Note that if the documents are written in Hebrew, they must be translated into German. Our office has a large department of German speakers who specialize in handling clients who are waiting to receive German and Austrian citizenship. The office’s German department works around the clock, in accordance with the high demand for the attractive passports.
Summary
This is a golden opportunity for every descendant of a former German Jew who was persecuted by the Nazis. Considering the favorable conditions after the legislative change, it seems that there is no better time to submit the request than now. Since there are millions of eligible people worldwide, we recommend preparing the paperwork as early as possible, so as not to get stuck in the potential future queue – this applies to the embassy as well as at the authorized bureaucratic authorities in Germany.
Contact us – German citizenship for Jews
Obtaining German citizenship for the descendants of Holocaust survivors in our office – a law office for immigration to Germany. The office has extensive experience in the field of obtaining European citizenships and has already helped many people obtain EU citizenships. Our office submits applications for a wide range of citizenships such as Austrian, Portuguese, Romanian, French, Bulgarian and of course German.
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