Advocate Ofir Sternberg

Insolvency and Economic Rehabilitation

Attachments and Restrictions Before and During Insolvency

An order commencing proceedings may affect collection measures, attachments, and restrictions, but not every measure disappears automatically. Its source and the terms of the particular order must be reviewed.

Before proceedings begin

A debtor may simultaneously face several enforcement files, a bank attachment, wage garnishment, restrictions, and realization measures. Each file and measure should be mapped before selecting a route because the practical effect is not identical in every setting.

Effect of an order commencing proceedings

The order centralizes treatment of preexisting debt under the statutory framework and may stay collection activity. The order and its exceptions should be read, and the relevant bodies should receive notice. A property security interest or special proceeding may require separate analysis.

Is an attachment released automatically?

It should not be assumed that every attachment or restriction is removed without action. An application to the Commissioner, registrar, or court may be required, together with the order and an explanation of the need. After relief is granted, implementation by the bank, employer, or other holder should be confirmed.

Application for relief

When a restriction impairs the ability to work, earn a living, or comply with the proceeding, focused relief may be considered. The application should explain the effect, provide documents, and propose a solution consistent with the proceeding's objectives.

Do not incur new debt

Relief from an attachment is not permission for uncontrolled spending. Payment, reporting, and current-expense obligations continue throughout the proceeding. New debt may undermine rehabilitation and continuation of the case.

Concluding point

Each attachment and restriction must be reviewed according to its legal source; obtaining an order commencing proceedings is not enough by itself.

Principal legal sources

  • Insolvency and Economic Rehabilitation Law, 5778-2018.
  • Execution Law, 5727-1967.

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