Israeli Lawyers Face Rising Threats and Violence Following Recent Attorney Murder
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By יעל יפה
First reported by Mako · Aug 13, 2026
What happened
Following the murder of attorney Arbel Feldman by a client, Israeli lawyers face escalating threats and violence, including arson and physical assaults. Several lawyers report fear and inadequate police protection, prompting the Israeli Bar Association to enhance security measures and advocate for tougher laws. Investigations into recent attacks continue as the legal community demands greater safety.
- 01Attorney Arbel Feldman was murdered by a client over a financial dispute last week in Israel.
- 02Attorney Hila Maimoni Shriki's office was set on fire days after Feldman's murder, likely by a client.
- 03Lawyers across fields, including civil and family law, face threats, attacks, and harassment.
- 04Attorney Ronen Ben Tzvi was severely injured in an assault during a property dispute, resulting in permanent disability.
- 05The Israeli Bar Association has launched a hotline and is pushing for harsher penalties for attacks on lawyers.
- 06Police investigations are ongoing, but lawyers criticize insufficient protection and enforcement.
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