Yaish–Zabari Attorneys at Law

Yaish–Zabari Attorneys at Law is a boutique law firm specializing in comprehensive legal representation in all areas of real estate and property law, including urban renewal, large-scale residential projects, real estate transactions, and related matters. The firm is guided by the core principle that “professional excellence is the product of specialization,” based on the deep understanding that the real estate sector is among the most complex and sensitive areas of legal practice. At Yaish–Zabari, clients are provided with the professional confidence and peace of mind required to execute real estate transactions in the best possible manner.

Comprehensive Expertise Across the Real Estate Spectrum

Yaish–Zabari was founded approximately 20 years ago by Attorneys Omer Yaish and Maayan Zabari, two experienced legal professionals with established reputations in the fields of real estate and property law. The firm’s legal team possesses extensive expertise and a thorough understanding of every aspect of the real estate sector. The firm provides a broad range of legal services, including representation in second-hand property transactions, representation in developer sales transactions, land registration, end-to-end management of large-scale projects, urban renewal projects (including all forms of evacuation and reconstruction projects and TAMA 38 projects), and representation of both property owners and developers from the preliminary stages through occupancy and project registration. The firm also advises on planning, taxation, and financing matters, while providing clients with a comprehensive, meticulous, and professional legal framework.

Tailored and Holistic Legal Representation

At Yaish–Zabari Attorneys at Law, we believe that real estate transactions are often the most significant transactions in a client’s life. As such, there is little room for error and, in most cases, no second opportunity to correct mistakes. Accordingly, the firm’s defining characteristics include continuous creative thinking, strategic planning, adaptability, and the ability to develop optimal solutions for complex and evolving needs. The firm places significant emphasis on risk management through the reduction of legal exposure and the provision of maximum protection for its clients, while maintaining a professional and personal approach tailored to the specific needs of each client. The firm’s clients include private individuals, including apartment owners and homeowners’ representatives in various urban renewal projects, businesspeople and investors, as well as developers, contractors, and some of Israel’s largest and most prominent construction and development companies.

Legal Expertise Combined with Deep Business Understanding

The firm specializes in all areas of real estate law and possesses extensive experience working with all relevant stakeholders involved in the transactions it handles, including governmental authorities, government ministries, financial institutions, and private-sector entities.
Yaish–Zabari has substantial experience in conducting negotiations across all aspects of real estate transactions, whether financial, legal, strategic, or commercial. The firm’s unique strength lies in its ability to combine legal expertise with a deep understanding of each client’s business objectives. The legal team does not merely provide legal protection; it actively seeks to advance its clients’ economic interests while taking full account of their broader business goals and aspirations.

Practical Experience and Notable Projects

Over the years, the firm has accompanied the development of thousands of residential units in projects throughout Israel, including:
• Ashkelon – 350 residential units
• Jerusalem – 300 residential units
• Kiryat Gat – 270 residential units
• Be’er Yaakov – 260 residential units
• Gedera, Modi’in, and Rehovot – 200 residential units in each city
• Netanya – 150 residential units and additional projects nationwide.
Since its establishment, the firm has successfully represented and continues to represent numerous urban renewal projects throughout Israel, including completed projects in cities such as Tel Aviv, Petah Tikva, Ramat Gan, Holon, Pardes Hanna, Ra’anana, Kfar Saba, and Kiryat Ono.

Partners

Adv. Omer Yaish – Partner, Managing Partner & Founder - Adv. Omer Yaish is one of Israel’s experienced real estate and urban renewal attorneys, with more than 20 years of professional experience. He provides comprehensive legal counsel in complex transactions for private clients, private companies, and public corporations, accompanying projects from initial negotiations and tender stages through execution and final registration.
His practice encompasses urban renewal projects (Pinui-Binui and TAMA 38), complex real estate transactions, income-producing properties, residential, commercial, and office lease agreements, as well as construction and development agreements. A recognized specialist in real estate taxation, Adv. Yaish is known for his creative tax-planning capabilities, helping clients achieve significant financial savings and maximize transaction profitability.
In addition, he represents clients in dispute resolution proceedings before courts, planning and zoning authorities, appeals committees, arbitrations, and the Supervisor of Condominium Registrations. He also serves as ongoing legal counsel to leading Israeli companies. Adv. Yaish holds LL.B and LL.M degrees in Law.
Adv. Maayan Zabari – Partner, Managing Partner & Founder - Adv. Maayan Zabari is a leading attorney in Israel’s real estate and urban renewal. Adv. Zabari, who has over 20 years of professional experience provides legal counsel to individuals, private companies, and leading public real estate corporations. He advises clients throughout all stages of transactions, from preliminary planning and tender processes through completion and registration.
His experience includes urban renewal projects, complex real estate transactions, combination deals, sale and co-ownership agreements, income-producing properties, residential, commercial, and office leasing, as well as construction and development agreements. Adv. Zabari is particularly recognized for combining legal expertise with long-term strategic business thinking, enabling clients to navigate complex transactions while maximizing value.
His extensive knowledge of real estate taxation allows him to structure efficient tax solutions and negotiate favorable arrangements with authorities, significantly enhancing transaction viability and profitability. Adv. Zabari holds LL.B and LL.M degrees in Law.