Dror Harel & Co. Law Office - Dial 917-809-9262
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Excellent and reliable lawyer. He set up a limited company for us in just a few hours! He charges a reasonable and decent price! We will definitely come back to him again Thank you very much! :)

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Mendi Koffman
July 1, 2026

Attorney Dror Harel accompanied us through a significant business process with exceptional professionalism, sensitivity, and dedication. Throughout the process, he was available for any question, provided personal attention, listened, accompanied with patience, and acted with determination to achieve the best result. We highly appreciate him and highly recommend him to anyone looking for professional, reliable, and high-quality legal assistance.

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Eitan Shlomo
June 29, 2026

To all my clients, I would like to express my appreciation and gratitude to Attorney Dror Harel for the dedicated, professional and courteous care he provided me during the preparation of a complex contract, designed to protect the rights of the cultivators of my innovative development. Advocate Harel demonstrated professional expertise, thoroughness and deep thinking throughout the entire process. He was available to any of my questions or inquiries, responded patiently and courteously, and acted with a genuine desire to assist and ensure that the agreement would best meet my needs. I feel that I have gained a professional, reliable, dedicated and caring attorney, and I would be happy to warmly recommend him to anyone seeking high-level legal representation. Regards, Dr. Eitan Shlomo

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amos Bar-nathan
June 24, 2026

I asked attorney Dror Harel to prepare a lease for a new apartment from a contractor after reading his article on the subject, and I received quick and thorough service from him after I had requested specifics, as well as helpful advice regarding viable compromises to close a deal. All in a good spirit and attentive to my needs.

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יהונתן
June 23, 2026

Dear man Thank you for everything you have done for me May there be many more like you Warm and supportive personal attitude You have always responded to my every request I am responding here solely because I think more people deserve to deal with people like you

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אורית
June 14, 2026

I contacted Attorney Harel regarding a real estate agreement. The response was immediate, efficient, and super professional, all with endless kindness and pleasantness. I will definitely recommend him. Thank you very much.

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This is a lawyer who cares about people before money With a huge heart and that's more important than any lawyer today I needed help from him. He saw that I was in distress. I asked him how much it would cost me and he told me it would cost you "a smile." In addition, I arrived with my little one. He welcomed us happily. He gave the girl a warm attitude. He answered everything I asked for and did everything as if I had paid him in full. I wish everyone to fall for such a valuable, professional, reliable and most importantly, honest man. Thank you very much. I will only take him. Highly recommended!!

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Bar Twito
June 11, 2026

Provided courteous and professional service

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Moti
June 10, 2026

Lawyer Dror Harel is a true professional and a dear person with a huge heart. He helps and cares for every client like an only son. Professionally and happily. A rare lawyer in professionalism, kindness and humanity. A huge pleasure to work with.

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I would like to highly recommend Attorney Dror Harel. Throughout the process, he demonstrated professionalism, thoroughness, and great knowledge, along with a humane attitude, patience, and genuine listening. Dror was available for any question, explained each step clearly, and gave a sense of security and calm. It is rare to meet a professional who combines professional excellence with genuine care for the client. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable, dedicated, and attentive lawyer.

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Morya Apple
June 2, 2026

Dror is professional and reliable, he has patience and a desire to help in any situation. In my case, even though it was a long shot, he still fought to help me where others would have ignored. Thank you!!!

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adalina elayev
June 2, 2026

Thank you to Attorney Dror Harel who accepted my application from the moment I arrived, calmed down, and handled my case thoroughly and accurately. From the first moment he laid everything out on the table, explaining all the options to me. It was obvious that he was a professional and sharp lawyer. He has experience, years of experience. Dror Harel was patient. Most importantly, he was honest about the case. Thank you for bringing me to the right place. Thank you

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Peter Matskin
June 2, 2026

I contacted Attorney Dror Harel following a recommendation I received from a colleague. Dror drafted an employment contract for me for a new employee I recruited, was available for questions and corrections, and accompanied me until the employee signed the contract. Highly recommend!

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Professional, reliable, courteous lawyer Answered my questions, made it clear to me what to do, always answered me when I needed it, service above and beyond

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Dimitri Shraibman
May 31, 2026

I contacted Dror for legal advice. Dror is very professional and courteous. I will recommend him to all my acquaintances.

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Liel Baron
May 28, 2026

In honor of the dear lawyer Dror Harel I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the guidance, support and help you gave me throughout the entire process with the car dealership. During this time, I was in real distress. I felt helpless, I was afraid of the future, and it seemed to me that my whole world was crumbling around me and that I had no way out of the situation I found myself in. Thanks to your professionalism, patience and belief in my justice, you managed to help me reach a solution that gave me a breath of fresh air and renewed hope. Today, after everything I've been through, I can finally continue to live without the debt that hung over me and without the fear that accompanied me day and night. Beyond being a professional lawyer, you were also a person for me who listened, calmed me down and gave me strength in the most difficult moments. This is not taken for granted, and I will never forget it. A huge thank you for everything. I wish you to continue helping people as you helped me, with a big heart, integrity and true dedication. With great appreciation and heartfelt thanks, Lial Brown

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Adir
May 27, 2026

Adv. Dror Harel, professional, courteous and decent. Provided personal attention and exceptional service, highly recommended!

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עדן מסלה
May 27, 2026

We were looking for a lawyer for a public record declaration, and from the first conversation Dror was professional, pleasant and caring. He told us that we could arrive the same day and coordinate with him so that we could catch him at the office, which really made it easier for us. In addition, he gave us a free service! - something that is really not obvious. Even when we were delayed, he made sure to check that we were doing well and showed personal attention, patience and care. Outstanding, humane and professional service, highly recommended!!

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uzi g
May 19, 2026

Dror Harel is the lawyer I always hoped to find, and believe me, I have met many, some very professional, others patient and dedicated, but in Dror all these important qualities came together. Moreover, from the moment he took the case into his hands, you feel that you have a partner and protector who fights for each claim personally as if it were his own. If you want a lawyer who will take on your case, handle it professionally and with uncompromising toughness while sharing with you every step of the way, Dror Harel is the person and lawyer you would want by your side and I recommend that you choose his services.

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Yonatan Silam
May 15, 2026

Dror gave us an incredibly excellent service. As soon as you talk to him, you realize that he is a professional and professional person! Everything is done in the best and highest quality way with detailed and transparent explanations - and in short times A champion

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Nadav Nehoran
May 12, 2026

I highly recommend Attorney Dror Harel. He is professional, patient, dedicated, honest, and always available for questions and advice.

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Israel Frenkel
May 7, 2026

From the first moment I felt I was in good hands! The professionalism, patience, and attention to detail Highly recommend!

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A very professional, courteous and decent lawyer. His name goes before him for a reason. Highly recommended!

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Segev Ayash
April 30, 2026

Professional, speaks at eye level, fun to work with, knows the job from start to finish, highly recommended!!!

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מנשה מטייב
April 26, 2026

Professionalism, confidence, calmness, availability. This is what you will receive throughout the entire process from Attorney Dror Harel the Gunner. He accompanied us on an interesting and non-trivial case in corporate law

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Oren darso
April 20, 2026

In honor of Attorney Dror Harel I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you did for me. Beyond your professionalism, I felt like I had someone who truly cared about me and was there for me at all times. Especially when my parents didn't understand Hebrew, your support and patience were above and beyond. It's not taken for granted, and I appreciate it very much. Thank you, thank you very much 🙏

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Noam Even
April 19, 2026
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אמבט אלמו
April 16, 2026

Excellent service, highly recommend🤍

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Hadar Hassidi
April 5, 2026

Highly recommend Dror as a lawyer! Truly a warm recommendation from the bottom of my heart. Dror is very professional, thorough, sharp and reliable. Beyond his incredible professionalism, he is also a pleasant, patient and attentive person, who always gives the feeling that there is someone to trust. Throughout the entire process, he was available for any question I had, explained everything clearly and simply, and gave a sense of security and calm in every situation. He helped me above and beyond what I expected, with genuine care and a constant desire to help and achieve the best product, which will serve me and protect me and my business in the best way. I recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone looking for a professional, dedicated and humane lawyer!

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Idan zohar
March 29, 2026

Hi everyone, Very happy to recommend Dror. Dror helped me at record speed with exceptional professionalism and kindness. The excellent service is also evident to the partners with whom Dror worked as well, and that means a lot. I will work with Dror for many years to come!

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Shlomo Hoffman
March 29, 2026

First of all, Dror is a very pleasant and cooperative person. He helped us a lot with an unpleasant tenant, to say the least. And we received the payments and the apartment vacated within the promised time frame.

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jacqueline rozenthal
March 23, 2026

Fast service! The lawyer is very patient, takes into account the complexity of your requests, at a fair price

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Omer Aviad
March 23, 2026

I worked with him in establishing the company and I am very pleased with the process. He acted quickly, professionally and accurately – he took care of registering the company, prepared an NDA and took care of everything necessary to get the company on its feet legally. Communication was excellent throughout. Beyond professionalism, on a personal level he is a charming, available and very pleasant person to work with. Highly recommended!

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Nayef Boqai
March 22, 2026

10/10 attitude, there are no such things as if, even in the case that the case is not relevant to their office, they give the necessary attitude and information with the gift of patience (unlike most offices that treat you with arrogance and with a nose in the sky). Thank you very much, keep it up and good luck, champions!!!

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Lawyer #1, fast and reliable professional service

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ליטל כהן
March 16, 2026

I would like to highly recommend Attorney Dror Harel I received professional and reliable service from him, with a lot of patience and personal attention. It is rare to meet a professional who not only does the job excellently but also gives a sense of security along the way. Highly recommended! Little

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רוזי בהר
March 16, 2026

Highly recommend Attorney Dror Harel for his professional training, good results, and winning the case. Thank you very much for your patience over 3 years, it is not taken for granted. A dedicated, reliable, and very professional attorney. Thank you

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Shuval Geva
March 5, 2026

High availability, willingness to help in any situation

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Yehudah Katz
March 4, 2026

I contacted Attorney Dror Harel for legal advice for a website I am building on the recommendation of a friend and I do not regret it for a moment! Dror answered all my questions professionally, courteously, with attention and explanations when necessary. I highly recommend him and I am sure that anyone who uses his services will not be disappointed at all!

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Very kind and professional, helps all the way until you reach the desired result!

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דנה לב רן
March 4, 2026

I wholeheartedly recommend Dror the Cannon! He is always available, pleasant, explains everything with pleasure and is patient with the smallest details and details!

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Baruch Yakov
September 14, 2025

Dror is a true professional, tolerant, and punctual. He helped us with a commercial contract and was very pleasant to work with. The other side raised many legal difficulties and Dror knew how to respond patiently and professionally. Thank you very much Dror.

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שלומי גר
August 21, 2025

Beyond writing the contract and constantly listening to our needs, Attorney Dror Harel became a friend, a loved one, and an easygoing person who understands his interests. In other words, every shekel is worth the money.

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Yakov Mizrahi
August 20, 2025

Hi, my name is Yaakov Mizrahi and exactly a year ago I called lawyer Dror Harel to help me with a deal for the new apartment I wanted to buy in Netivot! I just prayed to her to send me the best messenger and it really just happened! The attitude towards the client we received is truly rewarding! Handling the case and without compromising on anything that could hurt us in the slightest! Even if it means blowing the deal because we simply trusted them to do things in the best way! I just want to say thank you very much! Thank God, it's very good for us, we are very happy and grateful to her, may God bless you for helping us like this I believe that you will simply give your next client the same service as everyone else! Thank you🙏🙏🙏

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יוסי ניסן
August 20, 2025

Dror is a professional, reliable and fast lawyer. I recommend him to anyone. He knows how to provide the highest value and service. He helped me a lot from his experience. He does not disappoint ❣️🌺

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ron wintrob
August 20, 2025

Thank you Dror for the professionalism and dedicated care.

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David Kaufman
August 19, 2025

Adv. Dror Harel, a professional of the highest level, knowledgeable in commercial litigation and corporate law. He gave an accurate and quick response to every issue and represented me with reliability and dedication. Highly recommended! Beyond the impressive professionalism, I was impressed by the quick and accurate response, the high availability and the personal approach. He knew how to identify the key points in the case, build the right legal strategy and provide complete confidence throughout the process. Without a doubt, this is a lawyer with exceptional skills, true dedication and a high sense of service – a rare combination that provides the client with significant added value. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for high-quality and professional legal representation in the commercial field.

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Idith
August 19, 2025

A top notch guy. He handled a very complex case for me that many refused to handle. The result was outstanding.

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Dan Bouzaglo
August 19, 2025

A real cannon! Honest, reliable and a person to consult with who you can completely trust. Helped me from the beginning. Highly recommend💪🏻

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Ran Nahman
August 18, 2025

Attorney Dror Harel, who accompanies us at DELVO, is a true professional. From the first conversation, we received personal attention, patience, and clear explanations for every question. He is available, attentive, and knows how to guide complex processes in an organized and efficient manner. Thanks to him, we feel confident that the company is receiving legal support at the highest level. Highly recommended.

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Looking for an English-Speaking Lawyer in Jerusalem? Why Language is Just the First Step

Navigating the Israeli legal system requires more than just translation. It requires a partner who understands your language, your culture, and your expectations.

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Introduction: The Challenge of “Legal Hebrew”

For many English speakers—whether they are new immigrants (Olim), long-time residents, or foreign investors—Jerusalem is home. However, the Israeli bureaucracy and legal system can often feel like a foreign planet.

 

While you might manage day-to-day grocery shopping or casual conversations in Hebrew, the legal arena is entirely different. “Legal Hebrew” is a dense, archaic, and complex language. One small misunderstanding, one missed clause, or one vaguely worded condition in a contract can lead to significant financial loss and legal exposure. This is why hiring an English-speaking lawyer in Jerusalem is not a luxury; it is a necessity for your peace of mind.

It’s Not Just About Vocabulary – It’s About Mentality

The gap between the Western legal world (US, UK, Europe) and the Israeli system is not just linguistic; it is cultural.

  • The “Israeli” Negotiation Style: Israeli business culture can be aggressive, informal, and fast-paced. An American or European client might find this overwhelming or interpret it as a lack of professionalism. An experienced local lawyer acts as a buffer, filtering the “noise” and protecting your interests while playing by local rules.
  • Service Standards: You are used to responsiveness, detailed explanations, and transparency. A firm that caters specifically to English speakers understands these service expectations and ensures you are not left in the dark, waiting weeks for an update.

When Do You Absolutely Need an English Speaker?

While we recommend legal representation for any formal agreement, there are three specific areas where an English-speaking attorney is critical:

 

  1. Real Estate Transactions in Jerusalem Buying an apartment in Jerusalem is unlike buying property in New York or London. Issues regarding land registration (Tabu vs. Minhal), tax planning (Mas Rechisha), and mortgage consulting require precise understanding. A lawyer who can explain the risks of a specific deal in your native tongue is invaluable.
  2. Inheritance and Probate for Foreign Residents Jerusalem has a high concentration of foreign property owners. When an owner passes away, the heirs (often living abroad) must navigate the Israeli Probate Registrar. An English-speaking lawyer can handle the entire process via Power of Attorney, without you needing to board a flight.
  3. Business Contracts and Commercial Law If you are doing business in Israel, your contracts need to be ironclad. Whether it is a partnership agreement, a service provider contract, or an employment agreement, you need to know exactly what you are signing—in English—even if the binding version is in Hebrew.

The Difference Between “Fluent” and “Legal English”

Many lawyers in Israel claim to speak English. However, there is a vast difference between “conversational fluency” and the ability to draft, analyze, and explain complex legal constructs in English.

When interviewing a potential lawyer, ask yourself:

  • Do they understand the nuances of the questions I am asking?
  • Can they explain the “Why” behind the legal strategy?
  • Are they capable of drafting a bilingual contract that protects me in both languages?

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can. However, in most real estate and government transactions, the Hebrew version is the binding one in the eyes of the court and authorities. Therefore, it is crucial to have a lawyer who can draft a bilingual agreement and certify that the English translation accurately reflects the Hebrew obligations.

In most cases, no. We can handle real estate purchases, inheritance orders, and contract negotiations on your behalf using a consular Power of Attorney or an Apostille-signed Power of Attorney, saving you the time and expense of travel.

It depends on the case. Real Estate fees are typically a percentage of the property value (usually 0.5% – 1.5% + VAT). Other matters, such as contract review or litigation, may be billed hourly or as a fixed project fee. We believe in total transparency regarding fees before we begin working.

There is no such thing as a “standard” contract when buying from a developer. The developer’s lawyers protect the developer. You need an independent lawyer to modify clauses regarding delivery delays, construction defects, and payment schedules to protect you.

Why Choose Harel Law Firm?

Looking for English speaking lawyer in Jerusalem? Dror Harel Law Firm specializes in bridging the gap for the English-speaking community in Jerusalem and across Israel. We understand that you need more than a translator; you need a strategic partner.

With deep expertise in Contract Law, Real Estate, and Commercial Litigation, we provide the highest standard of legal professionalism combined with the service culture you expect. We ensure that you understand every step of the process, every risk, and every opportunity, allowing you to make decisions with absolute confidence.

Are you facing a legal matter in Jerusalem? Don’t let the language barrier compromise your rights. Contact Dror Harel Law Firm today for a consultation, and let us provide the legal clarity and protection you deserve.

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