Unique Legislative Initiative – A Ray of Hope for Jews in the Diaspora
In the face of the alarming resurgence of antisemitism worldwide, and particularly in European countries, the law firm ABITBOL & ASSOCIATES is leading a legislative initiative in cooperation with the Minister of Diaspora Affairs, Mr. Amichai Shikli, and the Minister of Justice, Mr. Yariv Levin, with the aim of filling a legal vacuum.The proposed bill seeks to amend the Criminal Procedure Code in order to allow Israeli courts to try, even in the absence of the accused, perpetrators of murders and hate crimes committed against Jews abroad. A Legislative Gap and the Need to Reform Existing...
Read MoreWhen Justice Fails to Recognize Antisemitism
https://www.abitbol-associes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/WhatsApp-Video-2025-12-18-at-22.25.20.mp4 When the French Justice System Fails to Recognize Antisemitism: Dr. Debborah Abitbol’s Analysis on i24News Abitbol & Associés Launches a Very Important Legislative Initiative to Protect Victims of Antisemitism Worldwide Appearing on i24News, Dr. Debborah Abitbol, partner at Abitbol & Associés, addressed a judicial decision that deeply shocked the Jewish community: the acquittal of a nanny accused of poisoning a traditional Jewish family, without the criminal court recognizing the...
Read MoreReal Estate in Israel: A Unique Tax Opportunity for Transfers Between a Company and Its Shareholder in 2025
The temporary provision (Hora’at Sha’a) adopted on December 31, 2024, as part of the Economic Efficiency Law (Hok HaHit’ya’alut HaKalkalit) for the 2025 fiscal year introduces an exceptional tax mechanism for the transfer—among other assets—of real estate owned by closely held companies (Havrot Me’atim) to their shareholders.This measure is part of a broader reform concerning the taxation of undistributed profits (Masui Revahim Lo Mechulakim). This article focuses primarily on real estate transfers, although other assets listed on the company’s balance sheet may also be eligible, depending...
Read MoreNetanyahu’s Pardon Request
https://www.abitbol-associes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/grace-netanyahou.mp4 In Israel, it is possible to request a presidential pardon without admitting guilt, a unique feature of the legal system. Dr Debborah Abitbol, an expert in international law, analyzed Netanyahu’s recent 14-page pardon request, noting its strategic timing amid social and security tensions. The request emphasizes a degree of personal responsibility while highlighting procedural irregularities, including questionable evidence and pressures on journalists and lawyers. The Israeli system even allows a pardon before...
Read MoreICC and Israel: The Legal Dilemma Following Complaints Against Hamas for Crimes Against Humanity
ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan visited southern Israel at the invitation of hostage families who filed complaints against Hamas for war crimes. Israel, however, does not cooperate with the ICC and has not recognized its jurisdiction. Khan collected evidence and promised to continue the investigation, but this does not oblige Israel to recognize the court. The situation creates a complex legal dilemma, as arrest warrants could target both Hamas members and Israeli soldiers, yet enforcement remains highly challenging. Our Law Firm, enhanced by its French and Israeli lawyers and tax advisors, has...
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