What Is Family Law in Israel?

Family law is a broad term that covers a number of different areas of the law. In Israel, family law includes marriage, divorce and child custody issues.

Family law encompasses both civil and religious aspects of family life in Israel. Civil law deals with non-religious aspects such as divorce or child support payments while religious laws are concerned with matters such as marriage ceremonies and divorces performed by rabbis (Orthodox Jews) or imams (Muslims).

What to Look for When Choosing a Family Attorney in Israel

When choosing a family attorney in Israel, there are several factors to consider:

• Experience. The more experienced the attorney is, the better. The more cases he or she has worked on and won will give you confidence that he or she can handle your case as well.
• Expertise. An attorney with specialized knowledge of your particular issue will be able to provide you with better advice than one who does not have any experience in this area of law (e.g., divorce).
• Cost/Fees charged by the lawyer(s) at his/her firm will vary depending on whether they work on a contingency basis (whereby they only get paid if they win) or hourly rates (which means they charge per hour). Make sure to discuss all costs before hiring any legal counsel so that there are no surprises later down the road!
• Communication style – Some lawyers prefer email communication while others prefer phone calls or face-to-face meetings; find out what works best for YOU so everyone stays organized throughout their case process!

Questions to Ask a Potential Family Attorney

• Are you an expert in my situation?
• What is your fee structure, and how do you charge for services?
• How long will it take for me to get a response from you when I need help with my case?
• What is your communication style (email, phone calls or meetings)? Is there anything that may be difficult for me if we communicate via email only?
• Do you have any examples of success stories with similar cases as mine that I could review?

Choosing the Right Attorney for Your Case

Choosing the right attorney is not something you should take lightly. You want someone who can provide you with quality service and help you get the results that matter to you. Here are some tips for choosing the right family lawyer:

• Evaluate your options – Look at what’s available in terms of legal services, including online reviews, referrals from friends and family members, etc. This will give you a better idea of what type of attorney might be best suited for your case.
• Ask questions – Don’t be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential attorneys; they should be willing and able to answer all of them without hesitation or evasion (and if they don’t know an answer right away, they should do their research). If an attorney doesn’t seem open or honest about something during this process–or worse yet–tries hiding information from potential clients because it could hurt their chances at winning their cases… well then maybe this isn’t exactly where we want our fate resting!
• Compare quotes – Once we’ve found several candidates who seem like good fits based on our initial impressions from researching each person’s background information online (including any relevant articles written by other journalists), now comes time when comparing price quotes between different firms before making final decision which one suits best needs most closely aligns itself with own values system regarding approachability level needed style preference etcetera ad infinitum ad nauseam…”

Tips for Working With a Family Attorney

• Be prepared. A good family attorney will ask you questions and expect you to be able to answer them. You should know the details of your case, including what happened, who is involved, when it happened, etc. If there are any documents related to your case that are important for him or her to review (such as medical records), bring those along with copies for him/her as well.
• Be honest about what happened in order for them to help you make good decisions about how best to proceed with resolving conflicts within your family unit or raising children together after separation from an abusive spouse/partner/parent(s). An experienced attorney can advise on legal options available under Israeli law but cannot give legal advice unless they have all relevant facts at hand before making recommendations based upon those facts alone; therefore it’s important not only that clients come prepared with accurate information but also that they are honest about their own feelings regarding these situations so that both parties may work together towards resolving problems rather than creating new ones through deception.*

Common Family Law Issues in Israel

• Divorce
  Divorce is a common family law issue in Israel. The process of getting divorced can be quite complicated, and it’s important to have the right attorney by your side. If you’re considering getting divorced or if you’re currently going through the process, there are several things to keep in mind:
• Who will get custody of the children?
• How much alimony (spousal support) will be paid?
• Who will pay for what expenses during the divorce process?

Understanding the Legal Process in Israel

In Israel, the court system is a bit different than it is in other countries. There are three types of courts: Magistrates’ Courts (small claims), District Courts and Supreme Court. Each type has its own jurisdiction and rules regarding what kind of cases they can hear. For example, Magistrates’ Courts cannot hear appeals from District Courts or Supreme Court decisions; however they can hear appeals from other Magistrates’ Courts.

The time frame between filing your case with the court and having it heard varies depending on the type of case you have filed and where you filed it at (e.g., if you file your divorce case at Jerusalem’s Family Court instead of Haifa’s Family Court). The average time frame for divorce cases is about one year from filing until trial date–although this may vary depending on whether there are any motions made by either party during this period which would extend things further still!

The fees associated with hiring an attorney vary widely depending on their experience level as well as how much work needs done before trial begins (for example: if only simple paperwork needs completing then expect less overall cost). Most lawyers charge per hour so make sure yours gives you an estimate beforehand so there aren’t any surprises later down line when invoices start rolling in!

Finding the Right Resources for Your Case

When you’re looking for a family attorney, there are many resources that can help you find the right one. Here are some of the best:

• Legal aid organizations: These organizations provide free legal services to those who qualify financially and have a case that they believe has merit. They may also be able to refer you to an attorney who specializes in your area of need.
• Online resources: There are many websites where people share their experiences with lawyers and law firms, including Yelp!, Google Reviews and Avvo (a site dedicated solely to helping consumers find trustworthy attorneys). You can read reviews from other clients who have hired these lawyers before so that when it comes time for your own case or situation, nothing will come as too much of a surprise!
• Support groups: If possible try contacting local support groups for families going through similar situations as yours–they may know about good family lawyers near where they live too!”

Things to Consider Before Taking Legal Action

Before you take legal action, it’s important to consider the following:

• Legal costs. You might be surprised at how much an attorney will charge for their services. Depending on the complexity of your case and whether or not it goes to court, this can range from a few thousand dollars all the way up into six figures (and beyond). If your case is simple enough that it doesn’t require a lawyer at all–or if you’re representing yourself–you may find yourself saving money by doing so.
• Potential outcomes. Even if you win your case, there are no guarantees about what kind of outcome will happen next; some people end up losing more than they gained through litigation because they didn’t think things through before taking action against someone else or an organization. In addition, even if your goal is simply monetary compensation rather than justice itself (which isn’t always possible), winning doesn’t mean getting paid right away; many cases take years before either party receives anything substantial from them

Conclusion

If you are in need of a family attorney, it is important to choose the right one. A good family attorney can help you with all aspects of your case and provide valuable insight into how best to proceed. To find the perfect match for your situation, consider these tips:

• Look for someone who has experience with similar cases. This will ensure that they know what they’re doing when handling yours.
• Ask around for recommendations from friends or colleagues who have used attorneys before; this will give you an idea of what kind of work they do and whether or not they would recommend them again (or not).

Attorney Shani Benardete
A family law specialist, practicing at a boutique law firm.  With a wealth of experience under her belt, Attorney Benardete has successfully represented clients in a range of courtrooms, from family and rabbinic courts to appeals, district, and supreme courts. She has honed her legal skills to offer personalized and expert services to each and every client she represents.