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Free Legal Aid Department

FREE LEGAL AID DEPARTMENT

advocating for People, Pursuing Justice

We need your help to protect the civil rights and  freedoms of communities in Israel.

The legal department of the Jerusalem Institute of Justice provides comprehensive and free legal assistance in a variety of fields

The Jerusalem Institute of Justice’s legal department provides comprehensive, free legal assistance across a range of fields. We are dedicated to advancing  justice and protecting human rights in Israel.

2,000

Legal Cases
Handled

25

Supreme Court
Cases Won

20

Years Helping
Others

Here are our primary areas of service:

1. Comprehensive Legal Assistance for IDF Soldiers, Security Personnel, and Terror Victims 

–  Filing claims with the Ministry of Defense
–  Maximizing medical, financial, and rehabilitation rights
–  Representation in medical committees
–  Appeals to the courts when necessary

Following the events of October 7th, we have expanded our legal services to support individuals displaced due to the “Operation Swords of Iron” conflict.

2. Comprehensive Legal Assistance for Visa Applications, Immigration Issues, and Civil Status in Israel

–  Regularization of status for foreign spouses of Israeli citizens
–  Humanitarian status applications
–  Aliyah (immigration to Israel) applications
–  Assistance for asylum seekers
–  Visas for elderly parents, students, workers, volunteers, and clergy

As part of our legal assistance, we collaborate with the Coalition Against Human Trafficking and Prostitution, offering support to women trapped in prostitution or seeking to leave it.

3. Comprehensive Legal Assistance for Non-Profit Organizations

–  Registration and establishment of non-profits in Israel
–  Consultation, support, and representation for non-profits (bylaws, annual reports, certificates of proper management)
–  Legal advice on interactions with state authorities

4. Petitions to the High Court of Justice and Constitutional Litigation

Our legal department specializes in filing petitions to the Israeli Supreme Court on key issues related to human rights and social justice. We represent clients in complex cases against both public and private institutions.

5. Drafting Wills and Durable Powers of Attorney

We offer consultation and drafting services for:

–  Wills in accordance with inheritance law
–  Durable power of attorney for property and health matters
–  Estate and inheritance planning
–  Assistance with depositing wills and powers of attorney with the Administrator General

All of our legal services are provided free of charge, reflecting our commitment to justice and equality in Israeli society.

The legal department at the Jerusalem Institute of Justice operates as a unified team, combining expertise in various fields to offer comprehensive support to those who seek our help.

For assistance or further information, please contact our office at +972.2.5375545  or e-mail: [email protected]

Jerusalem Institute of Justice – Committed to Advancing Human Rights and Justice in Israel

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