Woman Found A Last Will and Testament that Proved A 2 Million Shekel Case
Separation proceedings can take unexpected turns—especially when financial disputes are involved. A recent case before the Family Court highlights how critical documentation can shift the outcome of a claim. In this matter, a woman sought an additional 550,000 USD from her former spouse, asserting that the funds had been given as a loan. The man […]
How Did We Get to This Point?
By Anat Baruch Hait, Couple’s Counsellor and Mediator (for Hebrew speakers) You sit next to each other — but you feel miles apart. Once, you could talk for hours. Today, most conversations revolve around errands, schedules, logistics. You don’t fight. But you also don’t laugh. There’s no drama, no betrayal, no explosion. Just… distance. The […]
Just the Law: A Will Reopened After 76 Years Raises Questions of Inheritance
When a will resurfaces decades after a person’s death, it can reopen legal questions that many believed were long settled. This is exactly what happened when a will from 1939 was discovered—76 years later—leading the court to reexamine an inheritance order that had already been implemented. In 1985, the deceased’s daughter had been declared the […]
Infidelity in Relationships – Can Trust Be Rebuilt and the Relationship Strengthened?
By Anat Baruch Hait, Couple’s Counsellor and Mediator (for Hebrew speakers) As a couple’s counsellor working with Hebrew-speaking couples, and as a woman who has experienced relationships myself, I often hear the same statement: “Infidelity is inevitable. Humans aren’t truly monogamous.” I don’t agree. Infidelity is not an unavoidable fate. In many cases, it is […]
Demystifying Israeli Divorce Proceedings: Understanding Court Authority for Women
Divorce in Israel is not something that happens quietly in the background. From the very beginning, the court plays an active and powerful role, often making decisions that shape daily life long before the divorce is finalized. For women, understanding what the court can order—and why—can be the difference between feeling overwhelmed and feeling prepared. […]
Understanding Kedam Mishpat: The Pre-Trial Conference in Family Court
If you’re involved in Family Court litigation in Israel, you’ll likely encounter a stage called Kedam Mishpat—the Pre-Trial Conference. Despite its formal name (and no, it’s not a new grape juice flavor), this hearing plays a critical role in shaping how your case will move forward. Many people misunderstand Kedam Mishpat, expecting a dramatic courtroom […]
The Impact of Fault in Divorce Proceedings: Legal Perspectives in Israel
Divorce is rarely neutral. Emotions run high, resentment builds, and it’s common for each spouse to blame the other for the breakdown of the marriage. But from a legal standpoint, an important question arises: does fault actually matter? And if it does, how much weight does it carry—especially in Israel’s unique legal system? Fault in […]
Divorce in the Rabbinic Court: Understanding the Complexities
Divorce in Israel is not only a legal process—it is a religious, emotional, and social experience unlike divorce in most Western countries. For Jewish couples, divorce falls under the exclusive authority of the Rabbinic Court, and that reality shapes every stage of the process. Understanding how this system works requires looking beyond surface-level legal rules […]
Everything You Need to Know About Separation in Israel (For Men)
For many men, divorce doesn’t start with lawyers or court papers. It starts with shock. One of the biggest surprises is this: Israeli law does not recognize legal separation. Unlike in many Western countries, there is no official stage where spouses separate, live apart, and sort things out gradually. You are either married—or in divorce […]
Making a Will in Israel: A Complete Guide (That Won’t Put You to Sleep)
Let’s be honest—thinking about wills isn’t exactly dinner party conversation. Most of us would rather schedule a root canal than sit down and plan what happens after we’re gone. But here’s the thing I’ve learned after years of practicing family law in Israel: the people who avoid this conversation are often the ones whose families […]