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June 23, 2025

Definition of “Essential Sector”: Work During the State of Emergency in Israel

On June 21, 2025, the National Emergency Authority defined the term “essential sector” to ensure clarity for the public and employers and to support the continued operation of the essential economy during the emergency.

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June 22, 2025

Israel’s Home Front Command Issues Updated Emergency Directives to Employers

This morning, June 22, 2025, the Home Front Command’s updated defense policy came into effect. The updated policy has implications for the operation of workplaces throughout Israel.

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June 19, 2025

Latest Regulatory Relief to NPOs During the State of Emergency in Israel

The Registrar of NPOs issued updated regulatory relief to NPOs, NGOs and public benefit companies regarding their activities during the special state of emergency declared in Israel.

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June 18, 2025

Exemption from Tenders During a State of Emergency in Israel

Israel’s various Mandatory Tender Regulations contain provisions enabling public bodies to deviate from the tender obligation during states of emergency in order to facilitate urgent, efficient procurement.

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June 18, 2025

Regulatory Relief Measures in Light of the State of Emergency in Israel

Upon the launch of Operation Rising Lion last Friday, the Minister of Defense declared a special national state of emergency in conformity with the Civil Defense Law, 1951. On Sunday, the government extended the state of emergency until June 30, 2025.

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June 18, 2025

A Practical Webinar: Employment Law in Times of Emergency

Can employees work from home? Who is permitted to attend the workplace? Are employers required to pay full wages or can vacation days be deducted? And what happens when the legal guidance isn’t clear? In today’s rapidly shifting reality, where emergency regulations are constantly being updated, we’re here to provide clarity. We are holding a focused and practical webinar led by Adv. Netta Bromberg, Head of our Employment Department, who will address the most pressing questions employers are facing right now and help navigate this evolving landscape.

June 17, 2025

Employer Guide: Work in Times of Emergency

In light of recent complexities affecting labor relations in Israel, our Employment Department answer key questions such as who may work, from where, who must be paid and when, and who may exceed statutory overtime limits.

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June 16, 2025

New Ruling: Local Authorities Can Limit Accessible Parking Allocation

In May 2025, the district court issued a precedent-setting ruling regarding a local planning and building committee’s authority to demand that accessible parking spaces remain part of the common property and not be assigned to apartments in a new building.

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June 11, 2025

Israel Securities Authority Pecuniary Sanctions: Enforcement Tool or Rights Violation?

The Israel Securities Authority (ISA) has recently begun to take a clearly more aggressive approach toward administrative enforcement. Originally, pecuniary sanctions were intended to provide a swift, proportional, and efficient solution for handling relatively minor law violations in the capital market.

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June 8, 2025

The Legal 500: Class Actions Comparative Guide – 3rd Edition Published

We are pleased to announce the publication of the 3rd edition of The Legal 500: Class Actions Comparative Guide. The guide provides a comparative overview of class action procedures across multiple jurisdictions and serves as a valuable resource for legal professionals and international businesses. The Israel chapter was authored by Adv. Eyal Nachshon and Adv. Avinadav Preuss from the firm's Litigation Department.

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June 5, 2025

DORA for Tech Vendors - What You Should Know (But Haven’t Asked)

DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act) is an EU regulation that sets rules for how financial entities manage ICT (Information and Communication Technology) risks. It covers areas like cyber resilience, incident reporting, third-party risk, and oversight of critical service providers.

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June 4, 2025

NSO Ordered to Pay $168M to WhatsApp: Implications for Israeli Companies

In May, a US federal court ordered Israeli firm NSO Group to pay $168 million to WhatsApp. The ruling raises key questions about US jurisdiction over foreign companies and defense tech regulation.

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June 3, 2025

Employing Teenagers in Israel During Summer Vacation

In Israel, many employers customarily employ teenagers during the summer vacation. Since the school year is coming to a close, we are recapping highlights of the Youth Employment Law to remind employers about what is permitted and prohibited when employing teenagers.

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June 3, 2025

EU Reconsiders Its Free Trade Agreement with Israel Due to the War in Gaza

EU foreign ministers have decided to explore the possibility of cancelling the EU-Israel Association Agreement due to allegations that the war in Gaza is raising doubts concerning Israel’s commitment to the safeguarding of human rights.

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June 1, 2025

Entrepreneurship on Campus: Professional Lectures for Graduate Students at Tel Aviv University

Adv. Inbar Gorelik, a partner at our firm, gave a lecture as part of the "Entrepreneurship on Campus" program at Tel Aviv University, speaking to female graduate students about key topics in commercial law. Her lecture covered a wide range of subjects, including founders' agreements, company capital structure, various types of fundraising, and the commercial aspects of intellectual property.

June 1, 2025

Ongoing Legal Counsel to Clalit Health Services in Lease Transactions Nationwide

Clalit, Israel’s largest and oldest health maintenance organization, operates an extensive network of hospitals and clinics across the country. Our firm provides Clalit with ongoing legal support in dozens of lease transactions nationwide, including lease terminations, amendments to existing agreements, and the negotiation of new leases. We assist in reviewing and updating lease agreements for a wide range of properties, advise on transitions between locations, and work in close coordination with Clalit to support the legal aspects of its vast real estate portfolio.

May 27, 2025

Jerusalem Property Sold for Nearly ILS 80 Million

An approximately 100-year-old villa, located on an 860 sqm lot in the Talbiya neighborhood of Jerusalem, was recently sold for ILS 79 million. Adv. Alon Wolner, a partner at our firm, represented the buyer in this high-profile transaction between well-known parties.

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May 27, 2025

Possible Suspension of EU-Israel Trade Agreement

The European Union has signaled the potential suspension of its trade agreement with Israel, raising concerns about the economic implications of such a move. Prof. Amichai Cohen, special counsel on international law at our firm, was interviewed about the legal and economic consequences of this development.

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May 23, 2025

Regulation and Cost of Living in Israel Panel: Dr. Zvi Gabbay on Channel 10

Dr. Zvi Gabbay participated in a panel discussion on Channel 10 ( The economy channel) moderated by Dafna Shahar. The panel addressed the impact of regulation on the cost of living in Israel and potential strategies for addressing regulatory challenges. Participants included the Head of the Israeli Regulatory Authority, the former Director-General of the Israel Competition Authority, and other leading experts.

May 22, 2025

Upcoming Deadline for Employers to Report Gender Pay Gaps

Employers employing more than 518 employees obligate to prepare two annual reports specifying the gender wage disparities in the workplace, publish publicly and internal.

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