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Israel Arama
Israel Arama, Attorney at LawFull discretion

Seeking early release after two-thirds of a sentence?

Thorough preparation and persuasive representation to make the most of your chance of early release.

Israel Arama, Attorney at LawFormerly with the Tel Aviv District Attorney’s Office (Criminal Division).

Thorough preparation and persuasive representation to make the most of your chance of early release.

  • Proven early-release experience
  • Throughout Israel

The chance to return home early matters to you and your family. We coordinate the documents and preparation with treatment and rehabilitation professionals, so you arrive ready for the board.

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  1. We gather the documents for you

    We contact the relevant bodies for material about your imprisonment, treatment and rehabilitation. Family members can also make the initial contact.

  2. Prepare you for the board

    We coordinate suitable preparation with treatment and rehabilitation professionals and prepare you for questions and arguments that may arise.

  3. Fight for early release

    We present your progress and future plans in a well-supported application and act firmly to pursue early release.

  • Proven early-release experience
  • Documents gathered for you
  • Preparation and board representation
  • Treatment and rehabilitation coordination

Arriving with answers, not just hope

A parole board needs more than a wish to return home. I bring proven experience securing parole, alongside prosecution experience and an understanding of the arguments that may arise. I arrange the collection of material and your preparation, coordinating with treatment and rehabilitation professionals, and work firmly to present a well-supported application for early release.

Every detail should support the path home.

Israel Arama, Attorney at Law

Frequently asked questions

Still have a question? Ask me directly. The initial call comes with no obligation.

No. The Hebrew term "shlish" is commonly used for conditional release after serving two-thirds of a sentence, but it is not an automatic entitlement. The parole board considers, among other things, conduct in prison, the rehabilitation plan and the risk to the public.

Still have a question? Ask me directly. The initial call comes with no obligation.

Client reviews

I found myself in serious trouble with my ex-wife and felt as though my life was over. I called him first thing in the morning before the questioning. He explained on the phone exactly what would happen in the questioning room, without complicated language, and prepared me for every question. After questioning I was released home. He sent letters, pressed where needed, and eventually the case was closed without any charge or blemish on my record. From now on, I know whom to turn to.
Sh. K.
When I was arrested, my family was terribly anxious. From the moment he became involved, he got things moving and secured my release to an alternative to detention. He always made sure to update my wife, reassure her and explain exactly what was happening at every stage. Outside the courtroom he speaks to you like a friend, but inside, facing the judge and the prosecution, he is one of the best I have seen. I came out of it with the best outcome I could have hoped for.
A. K.
If this experience taught me anything, it is how important it is to choose the right lawyer from the outset. I received a hearing letter and did not really think there was any chance of persuading the prosecution to change its mind. He took charge of the case and prepared remarkable arguments for the hearing. In the end, the case was closed before it even reached court. Adv. Israel is an incredibly skilled professional who knows the law inside out, and from the start he made me feel I had someone I could rely on. A true fighter for justice. He was worth every shekel.
D. M.
I am a completely ordinary person. I worked as a security guard at Soroka and had never had any dealings with the police. One day I was called in for questioning and my firearms licence was taken away, so I lost my job. I sent letters, but they would not return it. A friend recommended Israel. Within a month, he had changed the grounds for closing my case to absence of guilt and also managed to restore my firearm and livelihood. I had already used another lawyer before him, and there is really no comparison. I felt his effort and his availability for all my questions in a way I had not known was possible. He restored my faith in lawyers.
Mark V.
I met Israel completely by chance at the Be'er Sheva station, and he was like an angel from heaven. Unlike the other lawyers I had, he was always available, gave good advice and fought tooth and nail for me in a difficult case. He is truly excellent at what he does.
Nader A. A.
Before I met Israel, I thought all was lost. Some people had managed to deceive me and take my vehicle without actually paying me. I went to the police, and they referred me to court. Through a short court process, Israel managed to get my vehicle back quickly.
David Z.

Parole board: preparing for the return home

'One-third release' commonly describes consideration of conditional release after two-thirds of a sentence. Check the applicable route and conditions and prepare material addressing release requirements and suitable arrangements outside prison.

Preparation addresses both conduct in custody and arrangements outside prison. Representation focuses on gathering material, coordinating with treatment and rehabilitation professionals and presenting a supported application to the competent authority.

What is considered when assessing the application?

The factors examined include conduct in custody, disciplinary proceedings, treatment and rehabilitation, professional assessments and information about the risk to the public. In relevant cases, the crime victim's position is also considered. The weight of each factor and the documents required vary according to the circumstances and the law.

What should be prepared before applying?

  • Details of the sentence and the known date for a hearing or release assessment.
  • Earlier parole-board decisions, if any.
  • Documents concerning conduct, treatment, education or employment during imprisonment.
  • A rehabilitation plan and professional material that already exist.
  • Details of accommodation, family support and employment opportunities after release.

The office works to obtain documents from relevant bodies and organises the material for the board, with family assistance where needed. Start with the sentence details and known date, identify what is available and missing and coordinate completion of the material for the hearing.

Why start before the hearing is close?

Gathering material and preparing rehabilitation arrangements take time. The office coordinates with treatment and rehabilitation professionals and prepares the prisoner for the board's questions and arguments. Early contact identifies gaps, missing documents and whether the proposed arrangements address the needs raised at the hearing.

The family's role in preparation

Family members can contact the office, collect decisions and explore practical support outside prison. Adv. Israel Arama establishes the procedural stage and preparation needed, explains the work and coordinates with relevant bodies. The family helps prepare arrangements outside and receives an explanation of the work and upcoming hearing.

After release: understanding the conditions and arrangements

After conditional release is granted, review the requirements concerning treatment, accommodation, employment, supervision and reporting, as applicable. Make sure the prisoner and family understand the instructions and how to seek a necessary change. Compliance is part of continuing release and should be built into the practical plan for returning home.

A rehabilitation plan must connect to life after prison

A useful plan explains practical arrangements: accommodation, treatment, employment and support for returning to daily life. Check its fit with needs identified in reports, rather than presenting only intentions. Work with the appropriate professionals; the lawyer coordinates preparation, identifies gaps and presents the plan within the legal application. Employment documents and family support should also be clear and workable.

Preparing the prisoner for the hearing

Review the disclosed material, strengths and questions concerning imprisonment and future plans. Preparation helps explain treatment participation and practical arrangements personally and accurately, rather than reciting promises. Address issues requiring explanation, such as a disciplinary incident or a missing document. Israel Arama brings experience representing prisoners and securing parole, using his understanding of prosecution work to prepare for opposing arguments and present the complete picture.

Missing documents and issues during imprisonment

If an important document is missing or access to treatment is difficult, begin with a focused enquiry to the relevant body. Record requests, responses and what can be completed for the board. A decision about prison conditions or placement may need separate legal action, coordinated with board preparation. The family can help with arrangements outside, while the office organises the overall picture and works to obtain the necessary material from relevant bodies.

Let’s talk through your situation.

An initial call with no obligation. We will understand the case and consider the next step together.

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