Posts by Joshua Pex
Sequestered bank account during bankruptcy proceedings
Bank account attachment is one possible restriction during an insolvency procedure. A debtor who files for bankruptcy is subject to various restrictions and obligations. In fact, the moment the debtor is ordered into receivership, all collection of the debts are frozen until the bankruptcy process is investigated and completed. One of the main restrictions imposed…
Read MoreHow can Russian citizens obtain asylum in Israel?
Can Russians apply for asylum in Israel? Since Russia is currently persecuting its citizens who express opposition to the war, to corruption, and to Putin’s regime, it is without doubt possible to seek asylum in Israel for Russians on the grounds of political persecution. At present, the complicated part is most likely reaching Israeli soil…
Read MoreEntrance to Israel for Ukrainians due to the War with Russia — 2022
How do Ukrainians enter Israel since the beginning of the war? Israel’s immigration authorities are issuing almost daily updates to the policy for Ukrainians entering Israel, due to the Ukrainian refugees arriving in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. As of March 2022, those eligible for aliya, and their families, can come to Israel…
Read MoreEntry of Ukrainians into Israel – 2022
What are the procedures for entry of Ukrainians into Israel since the war began? Israel’s immigration authorities are updating Israel’s entry policy on a daily basis, due to Ukrainian refugees arriving in Israel after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. As of March 2022, eligible immigrants and their families may arrive in Israel in an expedited procedure.…
Read MoreAsylum in Israel for Ukrainians during the war with Russia
In the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine (22.02.22), Ukrainian citizens who arrive in Israel are eligible to apply for asylum in the country. The authorities’ policy in recent years has been to automatically reject Ukrainian asylum seekers in Israel, thus assistance may be needed by an attorney specializing in visas and entrance to Israel.…
Read MoreThe Rights and Duties of Israeli Residents Abroad
Many Israelis decide to move abroad for a certain period, whether for work purposes, academic studies, family reasons, establishing a business, or any other reason. It is important for this population to understand what their rights are, and what consequences they face by staying abroad, such as their status at the National Insurance Institute, at…
Read MoreWork, residence and studies in Europe: All the benefits of Dutch citizenship
Perhaps you’ve heard of increasing numbers of Israelis obtaining European citizenship in recent years, particularly Dutch citizenship, and perhaps you have even entertained the notion yourself. If so, you must be aware that Israelis with an additional European citizenship enjoy many benefits of a Dutch passport and privileges unavailable to those with Israeli citizenship alone.…
Read MoreVehicle Repossession in Writ of Execution Proceedings
In writ of execution proceedings, a creditor may file a request for the debtor to receive various foreclosures, including car repossession. The current article briefly explains about the option of repossessing a debtor’s vehicle and under what circumstances this is possible. There are cases where debtors do not act in accordance with the instructions of…
Read MoreInjunction to Prevent Employee Termination – Is It Possible to Apply Against Termination of Your Job?
An injunction to prevent employee termination is an order by the Labor Court to maintain the continuity of the employment or even reinstate an employee who was discharged unlawfully. To meet the legal standard necessary to make an application for unlawful termination and receive an injunction, it is important to know what the law says…
Read MoreIsraeli Immigration Police – Illegal Stay, Powers, and Routes of Action
The Israeli Immigration Police (or in its official name “Enforcement and Foreigners Administration”) is part of the Population and Immigration Authority in the Ministry of Interior. It is responsible for enforcing the prohibition on illegal stay in Israel, investigating into illegal employment, gathering intelligence, and locating illegal residents. Few are deeply familiar with the Immigration…
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