Israeli Knesset Finalizes Legal Adviser Law, Completing Key Judicial Reform Step

The Israeli Knesset approved in its second and third readings the Legal Adviser to the Government Law on Wednesday, which for the first time formally defines the powers and status of the Attorney General. This legislation is a flagship component of the judicial reform spearheaded by Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin. With this approval, the third of the four original elements of Levin's judicial reform plan, presented at the government's formation, has been completed.

Coalition members view this move as a significant step to strengthen the authority of elected officials and clarify the relationship between the government and its legal advisers. Justice Minister Yariv Levin praised the law's passage, calling it "another central pillar of the judicial reform." He emphasized that it is "a necessary step to restore the governing capacity of the elected branch, enabling the implementation of the policies for which the public entrusted us."

Levin also expressed gratitude to the chairman of the Constitution Committee, Knesset member Simcha Rothman, and coalition members who contributed to advancing the legislation. He described the law as an important measure aimed at rebalancing the power dynamics between the branches of government.