Israel–Australia Legal Bridge

Strategic Legal Representation in Israel: A Comprehensive Guide for Australian Clients

For Australians with personal or business interests in Israel, navigating a foreign legal system can be a daunting challenge. Differences in language, legal bureaucracy, and local customs often create significant barriers. RGS Shmueli Samson Law Firm specializes in bridging this gap, offering a unique combination of deep local Israeli expertise and an international service orientation to provide Australian individuals and businesses with the professional representation they need.

Expertise Rooted in the Australian Experience: Adv. Ronen Samson

A key pillar of the firm’s international success is Advocate Ronen Samson, a partner at RGS Shmueli Samson. As an Australian citizen with extensive business experience in Australia, Adv. Shimshon brings a rare and invaluable perspective to the Israeli legal landscape. His close ties to Australia and deep understanding of its business culture allow him to serve as a natural bridge for clients. He speaks "the same language" as Australian investors and families—not just literally, but in terms of professional expectations, transparency, and strategic thinking. This firsthand familiarity ensures that Australian clients feel represented by someone who truly understands their background and legal needs.

Expert Real Estate Transactions

Real estate is a primary point of contact between the Australian community and the Israeli market. Whether you are purchasing a vacation home, selling an inherited property, or investing in commercial projects, our firm provides end-to-end legal support:

• Due Diligence: Comprehensive checks of land registry (Tabu), planning rights, and municipal records to ensure a clean title.

• Tax Optimization: Navigating Israel’s complex real estate taxation (Purchase Tax and Betterment Tax) to minimize liabilities for foreign residents.

• Remote Management: Utilizing Power of Attorney (POA) to allow Australian clients to complete transactions securely without the need for constant travel.

Safeguarding Interests: Dedicated Representation

Australian clients often require a trusted advocate to manage their general interests in Israel. We act as a legal guardian for your assets and rights, representing clients before governmental authorities, managing disputes with local entities, and ensuring that any Israeli-based activities remain compliant with local regulations. Our proactive approach ensures that minor issues are resolved before they escalate into costly legal matters.

Commercial Law and Cross-Border Business

For Australian entrepreneurs and companies looking to engage with the Israeli market, we offer sophisticated commercial counsel:

• Company Formation: Setting up Israeli subsidiaries or branches for Australian entities.

• Contractual Excellence: Drafting and negotiating agreements that protect Australian interests under Israeli jurisdiction.

• Strategic Consulting: Leveraging Adv. Shimshon’s business experience to provide insights that go beyond standard legal advice, facilitating smoother entry into the Israeli market.

Wills, Estates, and Inheritance Law

Managing the transition of wealth across borders requires extreme precision. We specialize in handling inheritance matters for families with ties to both Australia and Israel:

• Cross-Border Wills: Crafting Israeli wills that complement Australian estate plans, ensuring assets in Israel are distributed according to your wishes.

• Probate and Orders of Inheritance: Representing Australian heirs in the Israeli Registrar of Inheritance Affairs to secure the release of assets and property titles.

• Estate Litigation: Resolving complex disputes, particularly those involving the interplay between Australian and Israeli succession laws.

The RGS Advantage: Your Local Partner

What sets RGS Shmueli Shimshon apart is the commitment to being a "local partner" for the Australian diaspora. By combining high-level legal strategy with the personal insight of an Australian-Israeli partner, the firm ensures that you can manage your Israeli affairs with the same confidence you have in your local legal matters.

Global Reach and Local Synergy
RGS Shmueli Samson maintains close working relationships and strategic collaborations with leading law firms in Melbourne and Sydney, ensuring seamless coordination for cross-border legal matters.

Furthermore, through an extensive network of partnerships with top-tier Israeli law firms, the office provides comprehensive solutions in specialized legal fields beyond its core practice areas, offering clients a truly holistic service for all their needs in Israel. Family Law Matters in Israelת , Motor Vehicle Accident Claims (MVA), Public Liability and Personal Injury Claims, National Insurance Institute (NII) Claims and more.