New Rabbinical Court 'Emek Ha'Mishpat' Opens in Jerusalem
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
A new rabbinical court, "Emek Ha'Mishpat," has opened in Jerusalem, led by Rabbi Yaakov Avraham Cohen. The court emphasizes efficiency, transparency, and timely rulings, aiming to issue decisions within two weeks of case conclusion. It also offers an English-speaking panel and accessible case opening via "Nedarim Plus" terminals. The court seeks to combine tradition with modern service standards for resolving monetary disputes according to Torah law.
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- New rabbinical court "Emek Ha'Mishpat" opens in Jerusalem, headed by Rabbi Yaakov Avraham Cohen.
- The court prioritizes efficiency, aiming for rulings within two weeks of case conclusion.
- An English-speaking panel is available, led by Rabbi Aharon Guldminc.
- Case opening and hearing scheduling can be done via "Nedarim Plus" terminals.
- The court aims to provide transparent, accessible, and timely resolution of monetary disputes.
- Proceedings are held in a dignified hall at 7 Tuval Street, by appointment only.
A new rabbinical court, "Emek Ha'Mishpat" (Valley of Justice), has opened in Jerusalem, headed by Rabbi Yaakov Avraham Cohen, a prominent scholar of monetary law and author of the "Emek Ha'Mishpat" book series. The court aims to strengthen the standing of Torah law and make it more accessible, emphasizing efficient proceedings, transparency, and respectful service. Rabbi Cohen is known for his extensive knowledge of monetary law, and his books are widely used by rabbinical judges. The court's main panel includes expert judges, such as Rabbi Aharon Guldminc, a former senior dayan in the United States and currently a dayan for Skver Hasidim in Jerusalem.
A significant innovation is the court's clear service rules designed to prevent undue delay. The court aims to respond to inquiries within two business days and strives to issue rulings within two weeks of the conclusion of arguments and submission of summaries. While these are service goals, the court emphasizes its commitment to thorough halachic deliberation and accurate rulings, prioritizing the dignity of litigants and avoiding "inu'i din" (torment of justice).
Transparency and professional documentation are also key features. The court may present partial explanations of the halachic reasoning to help litigants understand the basis of decisions. Professional transcription of proceedings is available through "Stenograma." The court's proceedings take place in a dignified and spacious hall in Jerusalem.
Additionally, a special English-speaking panel, led by Rabbi Aharon Guldminc, has been established to serve English speakers in Jerusalem and surrounding areas, as well as those who prefer to conduct proceedings in English. This caters to foreign nationals living in Israel and businesses needing to resolve monetary disputes in English.
In a novel step for accessibility, cases can be opened and hearings scheduled via "Nedarim Plus" terminals located in synagogues and yeshivas across Israel, under the name "Bdatz Emek Ha'Mishpat." This initiative aims to simplify the process, save time, and assist those who do not use personal digital devices. The court, located at 7 Tuval Street, 6th Floor, in the United Building, behind the old Shaarei Revacha gates, emphasizes that access is by appointment only. Contact information includes a phone number (077-2252748) and email addresses.