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May 6, 2025
Emily in Ecuador
Latam – Spain – Israel Activities
International Transactions and Dispute Resolution
An article on the importance of using lawyers with knowledge of the Latin American market when working between Israel and these countries, in light of the historic visit to Israel by the President of Ecuador in May 2025. The article was written by Doron Afik, Esq. and Mr. Aiderson Gonzalez of Afik & Co.
May 3, 2025
High Tech: Which pitfall Israeli entrepreneurs should avoid?
Taxation and Government Incentives and Funding
An article on tax implications of the location of incorporation of a start-up company. The article was written by Attorney Anat Shavit, an expert in taxation in general and international taxation, and in mergers and acquisitions transactions in particular
April 24, 2025
(Too) Deepseek – on Privacy challenges posed by the 2025 AI Model
High-Tech and Technology
Privacy, GDPR, Confidentiality and protection of reputation
An article on the subject of privacy protection when using artificial intelligence engines, and in particular the (lack of) privacy protection in the new Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) model called Deep Seek-R1. The article was written by Attorney Gilad Bar-Ami of Afik & Co.
April 12, 2025
Who’s the boss? Employer responsibility regarding foreign employees
Labor Law and Immigration
An article on personal liability (civil and criminal) for directors and officers in employing foreign employees in Israel, even if they are employed through a placement agency, and the importance of creating an internal enforcement plan. The article was written by Attorney Osnat Nitay of Afik & Co
March 29, 2025
About Avocados and Business between Latin-America and Israel
Latam – Spain – Israel Activities
International Transactions and Dispute Resolution
An article on the importance of using lawyers with expertise in working at the interface between Israel and Latin America when working in these countries. The article was written by Doron Afik and Mr. Aiderson Gonzaez of Afik & Co.
March 9, 2025
MiCA, Who the F is MiCA?
Cryptocurrency, NFT and Web-3
European Law and Regulations
An article on the new EU legislation for the Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA), which applies to anyone operating within the EU, even if they are not physically in Europe. The article was written by attorney Adi Marcus of Afik & Co.
February 28, 2025
The Legal Process for Settling Disputes in Israel: Litigation vs. Mediation
Dispute Resolution
An article on Court proceedings versus arbitration and mediation, especially in international disputes conducted in Israel. The article was written by attorney Yair Aloni of Afik & Co.
February 17, 2025
Tax Aspects of SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) Investments
Taxation and Government Incentives and Funding
Business, Corporate and Joint Ventures
Mergers and Acquisitions
February 4, 2025 Tax Aspects of SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) Investments On January 29, 2025, the Israeli Tax Authority issued clarifications on the taxation of investments made through a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE); previous guidelines had been issued on May 16, 2023. A SAFE is a financial instrument that is commonly […]
February 16, 2025
“Until an Insolvency Do Us Part…”
Business, Corporate and Joint Ventures
Commercial, Banking and Financial
International Transactions and Dispute Resolution
An article on the subject of limiting the ability in Israel of terminating an agreement when the other party to it enters insolvency proceedings. The article was written by Attorney Shelly Wilner of Afik & Co.
February 2, 2025
Whose line is this Any way?
Privacy, GDPR, Confidentiality and protection of reputation
An article on the subject of the liability of an internet platform operator for copyright infringement by users of the platform. The article was written by Adv. Adi Marcus of Afik & Co.
January 20, 2025
I Want to Control My Destiny – Lasting Power of Attorney for a Nursing Patient
Lasting Power of Attorney
Intergenerational Law (Trusts, Estates, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Parenting)
Notarial Services
An article on the ability of a dying patient to sign a lasting power of attorney and even a notarized will so that his wishes will be respected even when he loses consciousness. The article was written by Adv. Osnat Nitay of Afik & Co.
January 6, 2025
‘Do’s’ and ‘Don’ts’ When Participating in a Tender Proceeding
Public Law, Environment and Tenders
An article on the subject of tender rules in the State of Israel. The article was written by Adv. Yair Aloni of Afik & Co.
December 21, 2024
Under harass(men)t – on the scope of employer liability in sexual harassment
Labor Law and Immigration
An article on the liability of an employer in case of sexual harassment in the business, whether with regard to the even itself or due to badgering of the whistleblower. The article was written by Gilad Bar-Ami, Adv. of Afik & Co.
December 9, 2024
Is Netanyahu a war criminal or just a bad manager? Or: Why does a CEO need legal advice
Business, Corporate and Joint Ventures
An article on the importance of legal support in managing a company and the importance of full transparency vis-à-vis the legal advisor and acting pursuant to its recommendations. The article was written by Doron Afik, Esq. of Afik & Co.
November 24, 2024
Panama Qualified Investor Visa – Decree 193, effective from October 15th, 2024
International Transactions and Dispute Resolution
November 20, 2024
When I waive do I also waive the ability to withdraw from the waiver?
Commercial, Banking and Financial
Dispute Resolution
An article on waiver of right, their validity and the possibility of withdrawal from such. The article was written by Shelly Wilner, Adv. of Afik & Co.
November 4, 2024
On holding shares in escrow and a notarized escrow agreement
Trusts
Intergenerational Law (Trusts, Estates, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Parenting)
Business, Corporate and Joint Ventures
In 1970, a man transferred the shares in two companies to his children, but in practice he continued to manage the companies and withdraw the full dividends from them, which led to a divorce dispute that began in 2000 and ended after the demise of both spouses only by a Supreme Court of Israel ruling […]
October 27, 2024
Don’t let them pull the rug under you, pump you, fish or pump your pool
Cryptocurrency, NFT and Web-3
An article on the cryptocurrency market and how to avoid frauds. The article was written by attorney Adi Marcus of Afik & Co.
October 12, 2024
When a Director “Enters an Atraf State” (Goes Frenzy) Because of a Data Breach
Privacy, GDPR, Confidentiality and protection of reputation
An article on the personal liability of officers and directors in case of data breach. The article was written by attorney Osnat Nitay of Afik & Co.
September 29, 2024
Equal and Equal More – Unequal Corporate Board Voting Power
Business, Corporate and Joint Ventures
Unlike other governance systems where, as the residents of Animal Farm (George Orwell, 1945) discovered, everyone is equal but… some are more equal than others, one of the cornerstones of democracy is absolute equality before the law. But, what about voting rights in a company’s board of directors – will it be possible for one […]
September 17, 2024
An Escrow in Real Estate – Let’s See You Prove that You Don’t Have a Sister…
Real Estate
Trusts
Intergenerational Law (Trusts, Estates, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Parenting)
What is the status of an intra-family settlement made orally many years ago in which it was agreed that real estate would be registered under the name of a family member who is not really the owner? For example: a brother decided to register land under his sister’s name, due to financial difficulties he was […]
August 12, 2024
So, what are my options?
High-Tech and Technology
Labor Law and Immigration
An article on employees stock options and in particular what happens when an employee ends his employment and has exercisable options. The article was written by attorney Shelly Wilner of Afik & Co.
August 7, 2024
On the options to grant options
High-Tech and Technology
Business, Corporate and Joint Ventures
Labor Law and Immigration
An article on options for employees (and for the more advanced also RSUs and Phantom Shares), option taxation and the importance of duly structuring the option plan, approving it correctly, signing the employees and dealing with the trustee, in order to avoid tax accidents and enable optimal use of this important tool. The article was written by Doron Afik, Esq. of Afik & Co.
July 28, 2024
I’m sorry Dave, I’m afraid I can’t do that
European Law and Regulations
High-Tech and Technology
An article on the European regulation on artificial intelligence technology that came into effect on 01.08.2024 and in practice affects every technology company around the world that operates AI-based technologies. The article was written by attorney Adi Marcus of Afik & Co.
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