Hait Family Law Firm

Hait Family Law Firm is a unique firm that specializes in bridging between the Anglo-Saxon Western expectations in family law and the Israeli reality. With offices in Jerusalem, Haifa, Tel Aviv, Zikhron Yaakov, Modiin, Beit Shemesh and Raanana, the firm provides assistance regarding the navigation in the Israeli legal system, which greatly differs from other Western countries. The firm also specializes in providing assistance with establishing the home residence of children in international custody cases, as well as with Anglo-Saxon estate planning and elder law services.

At Hait Family Law, English is the firm’s primary language. The team translates complex Israeli legal concepts and Hebrew-language materials into clear, accessible guidance, so nothing is lost in translation. Committed to transparency and open communication, the firm encourages questions and takes the time to understand each client’s concerns. Regular client feedback is also an integral part of the process, allowing the firm to continuously refine and enhance client experience.

Hait Family Law specializes in comprehensive family and future-planning legal services for English-speaking clients in Israel. The firm focuses primarily on divorce and family law, including mediation, child custody and support, and complex cross-border matters involving both Israeli and U.S. legal systems.

The firm has developed particular expertise in prenuptial and postnuptial agreements for Anglo-Saxon clients living in Israel — an area that demands specialized knowledge few firms can offer. When one or both parties come from an Anglo-Saxon background, the gap between their expectations and Israeli family law can be significant: what is standard and enforceable in the U.S. or U.K. may require careful drafting and strategic structuring to achieve the same protections under Israeli law. Hait Family Law bridges that gap, guiding clients through agreements that are legally sound in Israel while reflecting the protections and intentions that Western clients expect — whether they are newly engaged, recently married, or reassessing their arrangements mid-marriage.

Hait Family Law has a strong elder law and future planning practice, advising on wills, estate planning, and continuing power of attorney to ensure long-term financial security and peace of mind. Overall, the firm combines deep knowledge of both Israeli and Western legal systems with a client-focused approach, offering clear guidance, strategic solutions, and compassionate support through major life transitions.

The firm is particularly well-positioned to support international clients facing cross-border legal challenges, offering strategic coordination between jurisdictions and minimizing legal and financial risks. By combining legal expertise with a practical, solutions-oriented approach, Hait Family Law helps clients make informed decisions during complex transitions, ensuring their interests are protected both locally and abroad.

With extensive experience appearing before both civil and religious courts in Israel, the firm provides clients with clear, practical guidance on what to expect throughout each stage of the legal process, explaining how Israeli proceedings may intersect with matters in the United States, as well as the key differences between Israeli and Western legal systems, thus ensuring clients are fully informed, confident, and well-prepared. The firm’s approach is focused on achieving optimal results through thoughtful strategy, precision, and unwavering dedication to each client’s success.

Founder and Owner – Adv. Jay Hait

Adv. Hait is licensed to practice in both Israel and New York, offering over two decades of cross-border legal experience. He is also a certified mediator, enabling clients to resolve disputes efficiently and thoughtfully. Adv. Hait made Aliyah in 2004 and continued to maintain an active securities practice in New York while working closely with clients in Israel, thus resulting in a unique international perspective that directly benefits the firm’s clients.

Adv. Hait brings a rare combination of patience, empathy, and firsthand experience, together with extensive expertise in Western law and a deep understanding of the complexities of the Israeli family law system. This unique blend of skills enables him to effectively guide clients through divorce proceedings and long-term planning, including retirement, with clarity, sensitivity, and strategic insight.