Posts by Michael Decker
Israeli Identity Card (Legal Information)
A “teudat zehut” is the the main identity document used by the residents of the State of Israel. Israeli identity cards are issued by the Population Authority of the Ministry of Interior, and in general, non-residents are ineligible for the issuance or renewal of an identity cards. The law in the State of Israel mandates…
Read MoreNDA in Israel
Are you getting an NDA in Israel? NDAs, or non-disclosure agreements, are legal documents that protect information people or companies wish to keep confidential. This article will go through various elements about an NDA, including alternative names for this document, what it is, why it’s important, and what is important to include in an NDA…
Read MoreIsraeli Litigation Attorney: Legal Representation and Expertise in Israel
Navigating legal disputes in Israel can be complex and challenging. For the best possible outcome, you should rely on the legal expertise of an experienced Israeli litigation attorney. At , our skilled Israeli lawyers provide comprehensive legal services to clients seeking representation in Israel in all fields of civil law. We have offices in both…
Read MoreJoint Venture Agreement in Israel
This article will address what you need to know about a joint venture agreement in Israel. The joint venture agreement, sometimes abbreviated with JVA, or referred to as a shareholders agreement, is a contract that is used when two businesses wish to collaborate on a project. We will briefly outline the different parts of a…
Read MoreIrrevocable Power of Attorney (POA) in Israel
What is an irrevocable power of attorney and how is it obtained? As opposed to a regular power of attorney, which allows the agent to act on behalf of the principal, an irrevocable POA is unlimited in time and cannot be canceled by the principal. In other words, an agent who receives an irrevocable POA…
Read MoreGolden visa to Portugal – a rare vanishing opportunity (updated as of April 2023)
What is a golden visa to Portugal? A golden visa is a special type of visa which allows entrepreneurs, retirees and independent business owners to immigrate with their family members to Portugal based on an investment in the country, and to receive a residence visa for an extended period. Sometimes, it is possible to convert…
Read MoreExpediting an application for German citizenship
Is expediting a German citizenship application possible? In light of the long waiting time for processing applications for German citizenship, which may reach 3 years or more, many wonder how it is possible to speed up the process. It is possible to contact the authorities in Germany to expedite an application that has been delayed…
Read MoreEmploying Foreign Experts in Israel
How may companies and organizations in Israel employ foreign experts? Foreign experts are a special case of foreign worker employment. Despite the policy that puts a limit on the number of foreign workers, companies and organizations in Israel that wish to employ foreign experts with specific areas of expertise may request a special permit to…
Read MoreAuthenticating documents issued by the former Soviet Union (legal information)
Can documents from the former Soviet republics be officially authenticated? If so, how? There is a legal difficulty in obtaining an apostille for official certificates issued during the time of the Soviet Union. The main solution today is to issue a restored copy of the required certificates, which can generally be authenticated, so that the…
Read MoreLitigation in Israel Made Simple
Litigation in Israel is an intricate process that requires trusted legal representation to navigate. At , our experienced attorneys in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem are well-versed in Israeli civil law and have expertise in handling civil lawsuits and mediation. The Israeli Legal System The Israeli civil law system is a unique blend of Ottoman, British,…
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