I live in Israel with my two children. My estranged husband lives abroad. I want maintenance for them. Where do I start legal proceedings, here in Israel or abroad ?
By: דיאנה שאלתיאל•Published on: 03 May, 2022In Israel. Primary jurisdiction lies with the family court. Maintenance must be applied for and granted where the children live as that is where their needs must be met. If your husband lives abroad you can apply for permission for service of the legal documents to be made abroad. Through this the court gains jurisdiction in relating to a party overseas. Thus, you should apply for child maintenance at the family court covering your place of residence.