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Itai Safrai – Law Office
The firm was founded by Adv. Itai Safrai, who holds a dual degree in Law and Accounting from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. The firm was established after Itai gained extensive experience representing private clients and some of Israel’s largest development companies during his years at some of the biggests law firms in Israel.
The firm combines legal expertise and experience with a high standard of service that can only be provided by a boutique law firm.
Itai Safrai’s fluency in both Hebrew and English, along with his ability to offer more than just legal support—particularly to foreign clients executing transactions in Israel—enables him to address the legal needs of clients from around the world with operations in Israel.
Adv. Itai Safrai’s vast experience in handling complex transactions enables the firm to provide clients with high-quality legal services tailored to their needs.
The firm is committed to delivering the best legal service possible—professionally and pleasantly.
New Property Purchases (First-Hand Transactions)
The firm represents clients purchasing new properties directly from development
companies. The representation includes a thorough review of the project and the purchase documents, handling tax reporting obligations, and ongoing assistance as
needed until the property is delivered.
Enduring Power of Attorney and Wills
Adv. Itai Safrai is certified by the Israeli Bar Association to draft and register enduring powers of attorney. He also advises and drafts wills, facilitates their execution and, when necessary, handles their deposit with the Israeli Registrar of Inheritance.
Second-Hand Transactions
The firm represents clients looking to purchase or sell apartments, shops, and office
spaces, from the initial stages of locating the property through to signing and completing the transaction. The firm also handles transactions involving gifts between family members and the drafting of private loan agreements.
Real Estate Taxation
The firm advises clients on tax matters related to their transactions, starting with
consultation and explanation of tax implications (capital gains tax, purchase tax, betterment levy), preparing and filing reports with the Israel Tax Authority, and obtaining the required approvals for completing the transaction.
Corporate & Commercial Matters
The firm assists clients in forming and operating business entities, including drafting
corporate formation documents and providing ongoing legal services, such as commercial agreements with clients and vendors including transactions, employment matters, options and investment rounds. The firm also handles mergers and
acquisitions of companies.
