Why Employers Need a Labor Law Attorney

By: Attorney & Notary Yaakov Shnitman
Expert in Labor Law

In today’s regulatory climate, Israeli employers face increasing legal obligations, especially in the wake of COVID-related reforms. To run your business confidently and legally, you need the ongoing support of a labor law attorney who can:

🔹 Draft employment contracts and legal employment notices
🔹 Provide real-time legal advice and compliance checks
🔹 Handle Ministry of Labor audits and investigations
🔹 Represent you in employee lawsuits and employment termination procedures

What are the risks?

  • Failure to issue a notice of employment terms within 30 days is a violation.

  • Employers must track work hours, pay for overtime, and transfer pension contributions on time.

  • Violations can result in tens of thousands of shekels in fines, administrative sanctions, or criminal charges.

What do we provide?

✅ Representation in lawsuits, including hearings and appeals
✅ Legal support for dismissals, severance, and final payments
✅ Assistance with confidentiality and non-compete clauses
✅ Support in administrative proceedings and penalty reduction
✅ Consultation for accountants and HR on payroll compliance

Ongoing legal guidance from Attorney Yaakov Shnitman ensures compliance, cost savings, and legal peace of mind.