Expert Opinion on Israeli Law

Rosenberg Law has provided expert opinions on Israeli law for over fifty years. The firm was established in 1975 and has served international clients requiring proof of Israeli law in foreign proceedings. This depth of experience—accumulated across hundreds of matters involving Israeli inheritance law, succession law, property law, and family law—informs expert opinions that address the questions foreign courts actually need answered.

Eli Rosenberg’s dual qualification as both Israeli Advocate and Solicitor of England and Wales  provides particular authority for expert evidence. He explains Israeli law not as a foreign observer but as a practising Israeli lawyer who appears regularly before Israeli courts. At the same time, his qualification as an English solicitor means he understands what English judges and registrars require from expert evidence—the level of detail expected, the manner of presentation, and the procedural requirements for admissibility.

This dual perspective produces expert opinions that satisfy both substantive and procedural requirements. The Israeli law is explained accurately by a practitioner who knows it from the inside. The explanation is presented in a form that English courts expect and can readily apply.

This instruction from a leading international law firm demonstrates the respect Rosenberg Law’s expertise commands among peer professionals. When matters involving Israeli law reach the highest levels of legal practice, sophisticated firms turn to Rosenberg Law for authoritative guidance.

It is common practice that UK courts and probate officers require proof of Israeli law when administering estates with an Israeli connection. This requirement arises in several circumstances that UK families regularly encounter.

When a person died domiciled in Israel but left assets in England and Wales, the UK Probate Registry may require an expert opinion on Israeli inheritance law. Under conflict of laws principles, the succession to movable property is governed by the law of the deceased’s domicile. The Probate Registry needs to understand who inherits under Israeli law before it can grant representation.

When a person died leaving an Israeli will that disposes of UK assets, questions may arise about the will’s validity under Israeli law, its proper interpretation, and whether it was executed in compliance with Israeli formalities. Expert evidence addresses these questions.

When an Israeli probate order or succession order has been granted and the UK executor or administrator needs to rely on it, the order may need to be proved by an affidavit explaining the Israeli legal framework. The UK authority needs confirmation that the Israeli order was properly made under Israeli law and what effect it has.

The quality of expert evidence significantly affects outcomes. Poor expert evidence may fail to address the questions the court needs answered, may be inadmissible due to procedural defects, or may fail to withstand challenge by opposing parties. Selecting the right expert is therefore a matter of substance, not merely credentials.

The expert must hold current qualification as an Israeli advocate. Only licensed practitioners can give authoritative evidence about Israeli law.

The expert should have direct experience in the relevant area of Israeli law. Israeli inheritance law, Israeli property law, and Israeli family law are distinct fields with different statutory frameworks and case law. An expert opinion on Israeli succession law should come from a practitioner with regular experience in Israeli probate matters, not a generalist with theoretical knowledge.

The expert should understand what foreign courts require from expert evidence. An opinion that would be perfectly adequate for Israeli purposes may fail to address the specific questions a UK court needs answered or may be presented in unfamiliar format. Experience providing expert evidence to UK courts is valuable.

Rosenberg Law’s Expert Credentials: Our expert opinions are prepared by Eli Rosenberg, whose qualifications span both legal systems. As a practising Israeli Advocate, he provides evidence of Israeli law from direct knowledge. As a Solicitor of England and Wales, he understands what UK courts require. His regular practice in Israeli inheritance law, succession law, and property law means expert opinions draw on current, practical knowledge rather than outdated or theoretical understanding.

A fundamental principle applies when engaging expert witnesses: paying too little often proves more costly than paying too much. An expert opinion obtained at the lowest price may ultimately cost far more if it fails to achieve its intended purpose.

Inexpensive expert evidence frequently disappoints. When an opinion fails to answer the questions the court needs resolved, misrepresents Israeli law, or collapses under cross-examination, the entire case may be lost. Any initial fee savings become meaningless when weighed against the consequences of an adverse judgment.

An opinion that simply lists statutory provisions without explaining how courts apply them in practice may meet technical requirements whilst providing no real assistance to the judge. Similarly, generic statements about Israeli law—rather than focused analysis of the specific issues in dispute—risk leaving the critical questions unanswered. Be aware of AI generated content made by incompetent lawyers which can lead to misleading the court and risk you having to pay adverse costs.

Disclaimer

The information on this page is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. The requirements for expert evidence vary depending on the jurisdiction, the nature of proceedings, and the specific questions of Israeli law at issue. Readers must not rely upon this content for legal purposes and should obtain professional legal advice tailored to their specific circumstances. Rosenberg Law bears no responsibility for any actions taken or not taken based on this information.