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May 20, 2026
Israeli Court Ruling Expands Employers’ Obligations Regarding Third-Party Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
The Tel Aviv Regional Labor Court issued a new ruling expanding employers’ obligations regarding sexual harassment in the workplace and stated that employers may be obligated to prevent and address incidents of sexual harassment by customers, patients, or other third parties, even when the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Law does not directly apply.
March 23, 2026
Important Israeli Labor Law Updates for Employers Ahead of April 2026
On March 3, 2026, the Minister of Labor announced his intention to issue an extension order of a collective bargaining agreement to regulate the rights of reservists and their spouses. For convenience, the key provisions of the collective bargaining agreement are set out below. We will update when this extension order is announced.
March 15, 2026
Operation Epic Fury | Workplaces and Employment During an Emergency: Changes to Defense Guidelines by Regional Policy, Overtime Work, and Minimum Wage Increase
Labor law does not go on unpaid leave, even during wartime. This update outlines several changes in the Home Front Command’s defense guidelines relating to employees returning to workplaces and the extension of permits enabling employers to require employees to work exceptional overtime hours. There is also an important update regarding an increase in the minimum wage.
January 28, 2026
Practical Workshop: Training for Sexual Harassment Prevention Officers - Sign Up Now!
Barnea Jaffa Lande’s Employment Department is pleased to invite you to a practical, in-depth workshop focused on the Israeli legal framework and the real-life impact of your responsibilities. The workshop will be led by Adv. Netta Bromberg, Partner and Head of the Employment Department, together with the department’s team, and is designed to provide a clear, practical toolkit for day-to-day application.
January 15, 2026
Lecture: Practical Labor Law for Industrial Companies
Adv. Eli Beloshevsky lectured to industrial companies as part of a practical course in labor law organized by the Manufacturers Association of Israel. The lecture dealt with the Wage Protection Law and the legal risks of mismanaging an employee’s pay stub.
January 14, 2026
2025 Year-End Review: Israeli Employment Law
2025 was replete with dynamic changes with far-reaching implications for employers and employees in Israel. We are pleased to present a selection of client updates we published over the past year, along with several new and important updates already relevant at the outset of 2026.
January 1, 2026
2025 Legal Year in Review: Key Business Updates and 2026 Outlook
As 2025 comes to a close and the new year begins, we have compiled the key legal developments affecting the Israeli business sector across multiple practice areas, together with practical recommendations for implementation ahead of corporate activity in 2026. The review is designed to provide an up-to-date overview and actionable guidance for informed legal planning in the year ahead.
September 24, 2025
Webinar: National Insurance in a Changing Reality – Everything Employers Need to Know
The Manufacturers’ Association of Israel, in collaboration with our firm, is hosting a professional and in-depth webinar on national insurance rights covering a wide range of topics, from combining reserve service with employment to relocation and residency tests when moving abroad, eligibility due to injury from hostile actions, and occupational injury claims. Adv. Amos Rosenzweig, a special counsel at our firm, will provide detailed guidance on the most relevant and up-to-date issues in this area.
September 1, 2025
Landmark Ruling: Dismissal of a CEO Following a Change in Controlling Shareholders
In a precedent-setting decision, Israel’s National Labor Court ruled that a private company may lawfully dismiss its CEO following a change in controlling shareholders, even without citing personal or professional shortcomings. The Court also upheld our arguments that a company may negotiate with a prospective CEO before completing the outgoing CEO’s hearing, and that appointing a new CEO from among board members does not constitute impropriety or a conflict of interest, even if that director participated in the dismissal decision. Adv. Netta Bromberg, the head of our firm's Employment Department, discussed the broader implications with TheMarker. Our team included Adv. Netta Bromberg, Adv. Eli Beloshevsky, and Adv. Amit Hadad.
August 25, 2025
New Court Ruling: Terminating a CEO’s Employment After Controlling Shareholder Changes
Can a company dismiss its CEO after the controlling shareholder changes? This was the central question in a recent proceeding in which we represented an employer and its new controlling shareholder. Indeed, Israel’s national labor court accepted our claim, and ruled, for the first time, that a company may dismiss its CEO after the controlling shareholder changes and wants to appoint a new CEO.
August 18, 2025
Kick-Off Workshop for the New Year: Professional Workshop in Collaboration with GCs for GCs
Our firm is hosting a New Year Kick-Off Conference on Wednesday, September 9, 2025, in collaboration with GCs for GCs. The event will cover a variety of current topics in employment law, including emergency versus routine work arrangements, privacy in the technology era, and issues relating to bonuses and commissions. The conference will also feature an “Ask the Expert” panel discussion and a guest lecture.
June 30, 2025
A Practical Webinar: Revising the Compensation Policy
We are holding a practical and focused webinar with GCs for GCs, led by Adv. Omri Oren, a partner in the firm's Capital Markets Department. The session will provide clear guidelines for building an effective compensation policy, including best practices for structure, mandatory components, and key considerations from regulatory, legal, and market perspectives that should inform the decision-making process. We will also take a close look at the special grant: when it is appropriate to include one, the rationale and circumstances for doing so, and how to best integrate it into the overall compensation framework, with a particular focus on the Israel Securities Authority’s current position and applicable legal requirements.
June 25, 2025
Legal Guide for Israeli Companies: Employee Remuneration Through Stock Option Grants
Although the grant of stock options to employees and service providers is an effective and strategically valuable way to remunerate employees and strengthen their commitment to the company, they require precise planning, strict adherence to procedures, and compliance with statutory requirements.
June 25, 2025
New Israeli Court Ruling on Employee Stock Options: Implications for Employers
The court’s determinations in the Kovach ruling underscore how important it is for employers to carefully and wisely manage their undertakings to grant Stock Options to employees, especially in startup companies that use options as a key remuneration tool.
June 23, 2025
Barnea: Representing Azrieli Group in ILS 855 Million Acquisition
Our firm represented Azrieli Group in its acquisition of a 67% controlling stake in Zemach Hammerman, a complex transaction valued at approximately ILS 855 million. The deal was executed through a reverse triangular merger. Azrieli Group was advised by Advs. Micky Barnea, Misha Gitterman, and Tal Freilich, with additional support from our Real Estate, Employment, and Capital Markets Departments.
June 23, 2025
A Practical Guide for Employers and Employees Amid New Home Front Command Guidelines
Employers and employees are now facing new questions on a daily basis, such as can we go to the office, what if working from home isn’t an option, etc. Adv. Lior Girshevitz provides a comprehensive overview in a guide published on the Walla news website.
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.
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.
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.