, Roth, Shenhar & Co. maintains an extensive and unique practice specializing in the field of Associations (Amutot), Non-Profit Organizations, and Public Benefit Companies (PBCs). This sector is considered one of the most complex and dynamic in the Israeli economy, requiring deep familiarity with specific regulations and an understanding of the unique operational nature of these entities.
The firm’s team guides numerous leading associations and organizations in all their legal affairs, providing a full envelope of support throughout the organization’s entire lifecycle. Guidance begins at the founding stages, including support in the establishment process, registration with the Registrar of Associations, and defining its characteristics. It continues with ongoing counsel on core issues: commercial engagements and contracts, labor law, taxation, proper governance, and more. The knowledge and experience accumulated by the firm enable the creation of strategies and operational mechanisms tailored to each organization, according to its goals and unique needs vis-à-vis the authorities.
As part of a broad perspective on the organization’s needs, the firm also handles the association’s proprietary and economic aspects. This includes guiding sale and purchase transactions of assets suited to the association’s needs, handling asset leasing, as well as legal representation of the association before the Registrar of Associations and the courts in various proceedings regarding its assets and activities.
The firm places special emphasis on addressing legislative changes affecting the financial conduct of associations, such as the Law for the Reduction of the Use of Cash. In light of the significant implications of these laws on the sector, the firm provides comprehensive information, professional counsel, and lectures regarding recommended conduct, aiming to ensure full compliance with legal provisions and avoid exposure to sanctions.
