Condominium Disputes in Israel: The Tribunal Most Apartment Owners Have Never Heard Of
Water seeping down from the flat above. A neighbour who encloses a balcony and encroaches on the common areas. An owner who has not paid the building dues for two years. In Israel, disputes of this kind are not heard by the ordinary civil courts but by a specialised tribunal that many foreign owners discover far too late. Here is what it can order, how it is seised and what to anticipate when you own property in Israel without living there. I. The Supervisor, a specialised condominium judge The Mefake’ah al haBatim haMeshoutafim (המפקח על הבתים המשותפים) — the Supervisor of...
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Marriage Contract, Will, and Lasting Power of Attorney Beginning a second chapter in life—after divorce or widowhood—does not only mean turning a new page emotionally, but also rebuilding a home, trust, and partnership. Whether it concerns a married couple or partners living together under the same roof, it is essential to establish a solid legal framework for the relationship in order to protect the rights of the spouses themselves, the children from previous marriages, and the assets accumulated over the years. To this end, three essential documents should be put in place: a marriage...
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In the complex landscape of Israeli real estate transactions, engaging specialized legal counsel is not merely advisable but essential. Abitbol & Associates, with its extensive expertise in Israeli real estate law, provides comprehensive guidance throughout every critical phase of your transaction. The legal, tax, and administrative implications of real estate transactions demand sophisticated counsel to mitigate risks and ensure the legal security of all parties involved. Core Legal Services in Real Estate Transactions Our real estate practice encompasses three fundamental areas:...
Read MoreRecognition of a French Judgment in Israel: Exequatur Procedure and Steps
When a judgment is rendered in France and the debtor resides abroad, it is necessary to have the judgment recognized before the competent courts to consider its future application. Therefore, if you wish to execute a French decision in Israel, you will need to initiate an “exequatur” procedure with the Israeli courts, which will give the French judgment enforceable power in Israeli territory. In this regard, it is strongly recommended to be assisted by a specialized law firm. Principle of Exequatur in Israel Exequatur is the procedure by which Israeli judicial authorities...
Read MoreMesures d’exécution – Otsaa Lapoal : Comment assurer la défense du débiteur ?
Le groupe nominal “mesures d’exécution” (“otsaa lapoal” en hébreu) suscite à juste titre de nombreuses inquiétudes dans l’esprit d’un débiteur dès lors qu’il peut s’agir de mesures coercitives engendrant des procédures complexes dans le cadre desquelles le débiteur pourrait se voir contraint de se séparer de ses biens et subir diverses sanctions imposées par ses créanciers dans le cas courant de la vente forcée de biens. Mesures d’exécution (“otsaa lapoal“) : à quoi le débiteur est-il exposé ? Le débiteur pourrait en effet se voir imposer...
Read MorePensions alimentaires en Israël et Covid-19
En raison de la crise économique engendrée par la propagation du Covid-19, un nombre exponentiel de parents ont pu constater une diminution significative de leurs revenus, partant ils ont décidé de saisir les tribunaux afin d’obtenir une réduction des pensions alimentaires versées pour leurs enfants. Si lesdits tribunaux ont fait part de leur compréhension compte tenu de la situation sanitaire et économique actuelle, il n’en demeure pas moins que la position des juges reste inflexible quant aux droits des mineurs à l’obtention de la pension alimentaire. En effet, l’intérêt supérieur des...
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