Family law7 min read8/27/2026

A Will That Is Not in Your Favor: Where to Find the Publication and Object in Time

The will itself is not published; what is published is the application for a probate order. An objection is filed after the application appears but before the order is issued—and the deadline and recipient depend on whether the case is being handled by the Inheritance Registrar or a rabbinical court.

Numbers and facts

•2 weeks — the deadline for filing an objection in a rabbinical court from the date of publication on its website
•4 main attachments and categories of information are required by the Registrar’s procedure
•Monday: public reception from 08:30 to 12:30 and from 15:00 to 18:00
•Wednesday: public reception from 08:30 to 12:30 by appointment
•Section 72 of the Inheritance Law, 1965, is mentioned for amending an issued order

First Find the Case and Determine Where It Was Filed

Information about the application can be checked in the Inheritance Registrar’s public system. If the case was filed in a rabbinical court, the information is also published on the rabbinical courts’ website and in official publications. This is crucial: the objection must be submitted to the authority where the case was opened, not to any conveniently located office. For an application through the Registrar, the relevant district is determined by the deceased’s last place of residence.

Find the Deadline in the Publication Itself

An objection is possible only between the filing of the application for a probate order and the issuance of the corresponding order. The provided Ministry of Justice materials do not specify a single numerical deadline for all cases before the Registrar, so you must follow the date and deadline stated in the specific publication. If the application is being considered by a rabbinical court, an objection may be filed within two weeks from the date of publication on the rabbinical courts’ website. Waiting for a personal letter is risky: you should check the published case itself and its current status.

Dissatisfaction With the Outcome Is Not Enough

An objection is a written document intended to prevent the issuance of a probate order. It must state the details of the objector and the deceased, as well as the names and identity card numbers of all persons receiving property under the will. The objection itself is then set out, with supporting documents attached where necessary. The facts must be supported by an affidavit prepared and certified by a lawyer; therefore, a simple statement that “I was treated unfairly” does not replace the procedural requirements.

What to Attach and How to File

The objection must include an affidavit certified by a lawyer, proof of payment of the government fee, and a power of attorney if a representative is acting. The amount of the fee is not specified in the provided official materials, so the current amount should be checked directly in the government payment system. Documents may be submitted to the Registrar online, filed during public reception hours, or sent by mail to the relevant district. After filing, information about the application and the applicant is displayed in the Registrar’s publicly accessible system.

What Happens After Filing

The objection is first reviewed by an assistant to the Inheritance Registrar or a representative of the Attorney General. If it is recognized as an objection provided for by law, the application for a probate order and the objection are transferred to the Family Court. The court receives not an emotional dispute between relatives, but written positions, an affidavit, and the attached materials. If the Registrar requests missing documents, a delay in responding will delay consideration of the entire case.

If the Order Has Already Been Issued

Once the order has been issued, an ordinary objection to a decision not yet made is no longer appropriate. For this situation, there is a separate procedure for amending a probate order; an heir under the will or a person who considers themselves harmed by the order may apply. The official page for this procedure refers to Section 72 of the Inheritance Law, 1965, and provides for review by the Registrar, possible transfer of the case to the Family Court, or rejection of the application. Therefore, the date on which the order was issued changes not only the urgency but also the type of application required.

FAQ

Where can I check whether an application for a probate order has been filed?

Check the Inheritance Registrar’s public online system using the deceased’s or case details. If the application was filed in a rabbinical court, the information is also published on the rabbinical courts’ website.

Can an objection be filed after the publication deadline has expired?

First, you need to check whether the order has already been issued. While the order has not yet been issued, you should ask the authority handling the case whether it can accept the filing; if the order already exists, a separate procedure for its amendment or revocation applies, rather than an ordinary objection.

Is it mandatory to consult a lawyer?

The objection itself may be filed through the government system, during public reception hours, or by mail. However, the affidavit supporting the facts must be prepared and certified by a lawyer.

Where will the dispute be transferred after the objection is filed?

The documents will first be reviewed by an assistant to the Registrar or a representative of the Attorney General. If the objection meets the legal requirements, the application and the objection will be transferred to the Family Court for a decision.

How much does it cost to file an objection?

A government fee is charged for filing, but its amount is not stated in the provided materials. Before paying, you should check the current rate in the government payment system and retain proof of payment.

What to do next

First, save the publication, record the date, check which authority is handling the case, and make sure that the order has not yet been issued. Then gather the details of all participants, supporting materials, an affidavit certified by a lawyer, and the payment receipt. If the order has already been issued, check the separate procedure for its amendment or revocation rather than the ordinary objection form.