How much percentage does a lawyer take in national insurance cases in Ramat Gan?

Attorney's Legal Fee in National Insurance — What You Need to Know

When you are injured in a traffic accident or work accident and turn to an attorney to file a claim with the National Insurance Institute, one of the first questions that arise is: what percentage will the attorney take from the compensation I receive? This question is legitimate and important because it directly affects the final amount you will receive.

Attorneys handling national insurance claims in Ramat Gan and throughout the country operate according to strict legal arrangements. Their legal fees are not arbitrary but are regulated by law and determined by judicial committees. On this page, we will explain in detail how attorney fees are calculated, what factors affect the percentages, and what you should expect when contacting an attorney in this field.

Types of National Insurance Claims and Related Attorney Fees

National Insurance covers a wide range of cases: traffic accidents, work accidents, occupational diseases, various disabilities, and death. Each type of claim may have different complexity, different evidentiary requirements, and different compensation amounts. Therefore, an attorney's legal fee may vary depending on the type of claim, its complexity, and the final outcome.

In national insurance claims, the attorney typically represents only the injured party (claimant). This means he or she works solely in your interests, without representing the National Insurance Institute or other parties. The Mandelboim, Gor, Witzman-Gor law firm chose to specialize in representing claimants only in the field of torts and national insurance — this ensures that you are in the hands of an attorney dedicated to protecting your rights.

Basic Calculation of Attorney Fees in National Insurance

In Israeli law, attorney fees in national insurance claims are typically calculated as a percentage of the amount the injured party actually receives. This percentage is not arbitrary — it is regulated by legal provisions and determined by courts or professional agreements in the field.

Generally, attorney fees in national insurance claims range from 20% to 33% of the amount received, but this depends on several factors: the type of compensation (lump sum or monthly payment), the complexity of the case, the stage at which the settlement was reached (during investigation, before a medical committee, on appeal, or in court), and the final outcome. In some cases, when the claim settles easily at early stages, the fee percentage may be lower. In others, when lengthy legal proceedings are necessary, it may be higher.

Factors Affecting Legal Fee Percentages

The percentage of legal fees is not a fixed number for all cases. It is influenced by several important variables:

1. Type of Compensation — Lump Sum versus Monthly Annuity

A lump sum payment (an amount received at once) generally requires a different fee percentage calculation than a monthly annuity (a fixed monthly payment for an extended period or for life). In annuity claims, legal fees are sometimes calculated based on one year of annuity payments or on the present value of the entire annuity, depending on the agreed arrangement.

2. Case Complexity and Required Evidence

A case requiring in-depth medical examination, objections before medical committees, proof of causality between the injury and the damage, or attempts to secure a higher amount than that offered by the National Insurance — all of these increase case complexity and accordingly increase legal fees.

3. The Stage at Which Agreement Was Reached

If the claim is settled at an early stage (for example, during an initial investigation or a meeting with the National Insurance department), legal fees may be lower. Conversely, if a full legal proceeding is necessary, an appeal before an appeals committee, or even litigation in court, legal fees may be higher due to prolonged work and extensive legal expertise.

4. Claim Outcome and Amount Received

Naturally, if the attorney successfully obtained a significantly higher amount than initially offered by the National Insurance, or if the attorney won a claim that the National Insurance initially rejected, this reflects substantial legal work and also affects the fee percentage.

5. Prior Agreement with the Attorney

Before commencing work, an attorney is required to offer you a written agreement detailing legal fees, terms, and any additional charges (such as medical examination fees or appeal filing fees). This agreement protects you and ensures you know exactly what to expect. Mendelboum, Gor, and Witzman-Gor office always provides a clear agreement and transparent terms before beginning representation.

Typical Attorney Fee Ranges in National Insurance Claims

The table below presents typical attorney fee ranges for various types of claims at the district and national levels in Israel. It is important to remember that these ranges are general guidelines only, and each case is examined individually according to the specific circumstances:

As can be seen in the table, the percentage of attorney fees may vary depending on the complexity of the case, the length of proceedings, and the final outcome. The Mandelbaum, Gor, and Witzman-Gor law firm examines each case individually and offers fair and competitive terms to injured parties in Ramat Gan.

Additional Fees and Charges You Should Be Aware Of

Beyond the basic attorney fee, there may be additional fees that are important for you to know about:

Medical Examination Fees

In many national insurance claims, an in-depth medical examination is necessary to prove the extent of damage, the percentage of disability, or the impact on work capacity. This medical examination costs money—the expense may range from hundreds to thousands of shekels, depending on the type of examination. Typically, the attorney advances the expense and collects it from the final compensation, or alternatively, offers you the option to pay separately.

Filing Fees, Appeal Fees, and Court Fees

If the claim reaches the stage of an appeal before an appeals committee or even to court, there may be filing fees, appeal fees, and court fees. These are usually also advanced by the attorney and collected from the final amount.

Expert Fees and Professional Consultation

In complex cases, there may be a need for an expert opinion (for example, an expert in neurology, orthopedics, psychiatry, etc.). These expert fees are also advanced by the attorney and collected from the compensation.

The Mandelbaum, Gor, and Witzman-Gor law firm always provides you with a written agreement that clearly details all expected expenses, so you are not surprised at the end of the process. This transparency is part of the firm's values—we believe that the client should know exactly how much they are paying and for what.

How Mandelboim, Gor, and Witsman-Gor Law Firm Selected Its Legal Fees

Mandelboim, Gor, and Witsman-Gor Law Firm has been operating in Ramat Gan since 2008, representing claimants exclusively in the field of tort and national insurance law. This choice to specialize solely in representing claimants provides us with a clear advantage: you will always be in the hands of an attorney dedicated to protecting your interests, without conflicts arising from multiple parties.

When you come to us with a national insurance claim, we evaluate your case in detail:

• Evidence Review: We examine all relevant documents — the national insurance report, medical reports, documentation of damage, testimony, and more.
• Complexity Assessment: We determine whether this is a simple case that can be resolved through a quick settlement, or whether extended legal proceedings are necessary.
• Amount Evaluation: We estimate what fair compensation you are entitled to, in accordance with applicable case law, medical information, and precedent examples.
• Clear Agreement Proposal: Based on this evaluation, we offer you a written agreement detailing the legal fees, all anticipated costs, and payment terms.

Generally, our legal fees fall within standard industry ranges — between 20% and 33%, depending on case complexity. We do not artificially inflate prices, nor are we willing to work for fees that are too low, as this would impact the quality of our representation. The balance between quality service and fair pricing is a core principle of our firm.

Practical Example: Calculating Attorney's Fees in a National Insurance Claim

To better understand how attorney's fees are calculated, let's examine a practical example:

Case Story: Dan, a resident of Ramat Gan, was injured in a traffic accident. He suffered a spinal cord injury that affected his work capacity. He filed a claim with the National Insurance Institute and received an initial award of 150,000 shekels. However, he believes he is entitled to more because his disability affects his work capacity in the long term. He contacted an attorney in Ramat Gan.

Case Assessment: The attorney reviewed Dan's medical documentation, examined the applicable case law for similar claims, and determined that Dan is entitled to at least 200,000 shekels. This is a moderately complex case requiring additional medical examination and possibly an appeal before an appeals committee.

Attorney's Fee Agreement: The attorney offered Dan an agreement in which the attorney's fee is 25% of the actual compensation received. Additionally, the attorney requested that Dan pay 3,000 shekels for an additional medical examination.

Result: Following a medical examination and negotiations with the National Insurance Institute, they agreed to a payment of 200,000 shekels. The attorney's fee will be 25% of 200,000 = 50,000 shekels. Additionally, Dan will pay 3,000 shekels for the medical examination. In total, Dan will receive 200,000 - 50,000 - 3,000 = 147,000 shekels in hand.

Analysis: At first glance, Dan might think he is paying a lot (50,000 shekels). However, in reality, without the attorney, he would have received only 150,000 shekels. With the attorney's assistance, he received 200,000 shekels, and even after attorney's fees and expenses, he has 147,000 shekels in hand. This is still more than the 150,000 shekels he would have received without an attorney. Additionally, the attorney saved him time, effort, and stress in managing the case.