In Israel, like most countries in the world, family law matters are governed by both secular and religious law. The state recognizes rabbinical courts for the Jewish community and civil courts for all other religions recognized by the state.
Divorce lawyers navigate both the Rabbinic and Civil courts on your behalf, ensuring your rights are protected. Here are some of the qualities that make a good divorce lawyer:
Legal Advocacy
Legal advocacy involves assisting clients in navigating the complex legal system. For example, a divorce lawyer can help with negotiating property settlements and spousal support arrangements or establishing custody arrangements for children. The attorney also serves as a voice of reason and provides strategic advice during emotionally charged situations.
A divorce lawyer can assist with domestic violence cases by providing information regarding legal options and helping victims of abuse obtain Protective Orders. They can also accompany victims to court and law enforcement agencies for emotional support and advocacy.
Israel has two parallel legal systems for family law issues – the secular Family Court and religious Rabbinic courts. Navigating this legal tapestry requires skill, empathy and cultural sensitivity. Jay Hait is well versed in the challenges of navigating the Israeli legal system for Anglo immigrants seeking pre or post nuptial agreements, divorce, wills and estates and international child abduction cases with an Israeli connection. Hait Family Law can help you build a comprehensive plan that is in your best interest.
Empathy
Divorce is not just a legal proceeding; it is an emotional journey that requires the expertise of professional guides. Divorce lawyers in Haifa serve as not only staunch advocates for their clients but also empathetic navigators through the turbulent seas of emotions that accompany this life-changing transition.
Empathy is the ability to understand someone else’s thoughts and feelings in a situation from their perspective. It differs from sympathy, which is more related to feeling pity for others’ misfortunes and can lead to emotional distress.
The complexities of the Israeli family law system can be overwhelming for foreign nationals who do not speak Hebrew, especially when it comes to reading government documents and attending court hearings. Hait Family Law provides linguistic and cultural support for its clients, including explaining complex legal concepts and helping them file necessary documents. This includes navigating the Rabbinic and Family courts for pre and post nuptial agreements, separations, child custody and GET matters.
Mediation and Collaboration
In order to save clients money, time and emotional turmoil, divorce lawyers often use mediation and collaborative law to settle cases. Both methods involve a team of professionals to help couples work through their disagreements in private and confidential meetings.
The main difference is that collaborative law requires four participants (at least two attorneys and at least one mental health professional). It’s also more expensive than mediation, since coordinating the schedules of everyone involved can be difficult.
However, it is often quicker and more efficient than traditional divorces because it avoids the need for a trial and can be finalized much faster. In addition, it’s less stressful for couples and their children. It’s important to remember that a mediated agreement still needs to be signed by the court, though. A skilled mediator will help you make a quick settlement while saving tens of thousands of dollars. This is the quickest and most cost-effective way to get your divorce in the rearview mirror.
Experience
Israel’s complex legal system poses unique challenges, even for those whose Hebrew is fluent. Most government documents, court proceedings, and other issues must be filed in Hebrew, which means that those with limited or no language skills can find themselves struggling to navigate the unfamiliar system on their own. Jay Hait and his team at Hait Family Law are fully aware of the unique challenges associated with Israeli family law, and can help to ease the burden on clients by providing clear and concise explanations of legal concepts and navigating both Rabbinic and Family courts as necessary.
Hait Family Law is also familiar with alternative methods of resolving family law issues, including mediation and reconciliation agreements. These options allow couples to work together towards solutions that prioritize their needs while preventing unnecessary legal and emotional distress. This is a valuable service to those who may not want to divorce but are struggling with marriage problems.עורך דין גירושין בחיפה