Who we are
The Association of Jewish Lawyers of Argentina (Asociación de Abogados Judíos de la República Argentina) principal aim is to gather Jewish lawyers and jurists from law firms, the judiciary, Congress and the corporate world. As an NGO from a democratic society, our main objective consists in the defense of the institutions that favor a life in peace, with fair economic, social and cultural development, and with the main values of the Jewish people as an endless source of democracy, pluralism and wisdom.
We believe that as lawyers we have a responsibility that distinguishes us from other citizens. We must affirm the core values of the career we chose. Indeed, we form part of a small group of privileged people: we have the monopoly of one power of the State, and a de facto hegemony in the other two. It is imperative that we assume the delicate responsibility of assuring the healthiness of the democratic institutions, which is the only way to have a peaceful life for us who constitute a small community.
The Jewish community in Argentina is undergoing times of great fragmentation, and it is necessary to help restore the balance that allowed us to survive as a group, despite the passing of time and the many extermination attempts.
Under this perspective, we should assume the responsibilities we have as citizens, lawyers, and Jews.
a. To defend the absolute respect of human rights, and to defend and protect any person against any act of discrimination;
b. To assure the access to public and private appointments on an equal basis;
c. To spread and promote the main values of the Jewish people as a source for a peaceful life in a democratic environment;
d. To address issues on the agenda of the Jewish people everywhere, with particular emphasis on combating racism, xenophobia, anti-Semitism and on denial of the Holocaust;
e. To promote and encourage the professional and academic training of our members, and to foster professional relationships between local and foreign attorneys;
f. To promote scholar research in Jewish Law;
g. To promote Human Rights goals such as the prevention of terrorism and war crimes, the punishment of war criminals and the international co-operation based on the Rule of Law and the fair implementation of international covenants and conventions. A top priority is the investigation and punishment of the terrorist massacres against the State of Israel's Embassy in Buenos Aires and the main offices of the A.M.I.A., the Israeli-Argentine Benefit Society (Asociación Mutual Israelita Argentina) in 1992 and 1994 respectively;
h. To provide pro bono legal services to persons and institutions, and to promote actions of public interest before national and international authorities;
i. To petition before the State authorities for issues of interest to the Association, and to turn to the public opinion through the release of institutional briefs and opinions.
The Executive Committee has 15 members and is in charge of leading and managing the Association. Its members are elected for two years, and can be reelected for an additional two-year period. After two periods in office, members cannot be elected unless one full period has elapsed.
The Supervisory Board has 3 members is in charge of controlling the suitability and legality of management decisions. It is made up of three members that hold a four-year appointment and that may be reelected under the same basis as the Executive Committee.
All positions are elected periodically by the Members' Assembly, which meets annually to consider the financial reports, to decide on any matter brought to its decision and to appoint officers to both offices.
The Members' Assembly is the governing body representing the maximum authority of the Association. Also, it is where autonomous will of the Association lies. Its decisions, as long as they fall within the agenda and adjust to the relevant statutory stipulations, are valid and mandatory for all members and officers.
Any lawyer or law school student who belongs to the Jewish people, or any other person who is interested in participating in the Association.
Honorary Members are those persons who, in appreciation of all the services rendered to the Association or for certain personal qualifications, are offered honorary membership by decision of the Executive Committee.
How is the admission process?
Upon reception of the Membership Form, the Executive Committee will promptly decide on the admission and communicate its decision to the applicant.
How is the Association funded?
For the time being, the Association is funded with the voluntary contribution of its members, and with the sponsorship of private companies and individual contributors. The contributors' list will be properly publicized among the members of the Association.
How can I have an active participation?
Activities are organized in small teams, which kindly welcome the participation of all interested parties. The first step is to contact us.
Does it have partisan/political affiliations?
No. The Association is plural, diverse, and has no partisan commitments.
All information will be treated in strict confidence.
Please, send us the following application form. Once the application is received, you will be sent an "acknowledgement of receipt" and informed promptly of your membership acceptance.
Alternatively, you can fill in the form and send it to info@aajra.org.
Send an e-mail:
info@aajra.org
Send a letter:
Asociación de Abogados Judíos de la República Argentina
Montevideo 665 Piso 6° Of. 608
(C1019ABM) City of Buenos Aires
ARGENTINA
Call our Director of International Affairs:
César Rosenstein
(54911) 5639 1172
We believe that as lawyers we have a responsibility that distinguishes us from other citizens. We must affirm the core values of the career we chose. Indeed, we form part of a small group of privileged people: we have the monopoly of one power of the State, and a de facto hegemony in the other two. It is imperative that we assume the delicate responsibility of assuring the healthiness of the democratic institutions, which is the only way to have a peaceful life for us who constitute a small community.
The Jewish community in Argentina is undergoing times of great fragmentation, and it is necessary to help restore the balance that allowed us to survive as a group, despite the passing of time and the many extermination attempts.
Under this perspective, we should assume the responsibilities we have as citizens, lawyers, and Jews.
Our mission
Our MISSION is:a. To defend the absolute respect of human rights, and to defend and protect any person against any act of discrimination;
b. To assure the access to public and private appointments on an equal basis;
c. To spread and promote the main values of the Jewish people as a source for a peaceful life in a democratic environment;
d. To address issues on the agenda of the Jewish people everywhere, with particular emphasis on combating racism, xenophobia, anti-Semitism and on denial of the Holocaust;
e. To promote and encourage the professional and academic training of our members, and to foster professional relationships between local and foreign attorneys;
f. To promote scholar research in Jewish Law;
g. To promote Human Rights goals such as the prevention of terrorism and war crimes, the punishment of war criminals and the international co-operation based on the Rule of Law and the fair implementation of international covenants and conventions. A top priority is the investigation and punishment of the terrorist massacres against the State of Israel's Embassy in Buenos Aires and the main offices of the A.M.I.A., the Israeli-Argentine Benefit Society (Asociación Mutual Israelita Argentina) in 1992 and 1994 respectively;
h. To provide pro bono legal services to persons and institutions, and to promote actions of public interest before national and international authorities;
i. To petition before the State authorities for issues of interest to the Association, and to turn to the public opinion through the release of institutional briefs and opinions.
Organization
The Association is established as an "Asociación Civil" (Civil Association), according to the laws of the Republic of Argentina.Officers
The Association has three bodies: the Executive Committee, the Supervisory Board, and its governing body, the Member's assembly.The Executive Committee has 15 members and is in charge of leading and managing the Association. Its members are elected for two years, and can be reelected for an additional two-year period. After two periods in office, members cannot be elected unless one full period has elapsed.
The Supervisory Board has 3 members is in charge of controlling the suitability and legality of management decisions. It is made up of three members that hold a four-year appointment and that may be reelected under the same basis as the Executive Committee.
All positions are elected periodically by the Members' Assembly, which meets annually to consider the financial reports, to decide on any matter brought to its decision and to appoint officers to both offices.
The Members' Assembly is the governing body representing the maximum authority of the Association. Also, it is where autonomous will of the Association lies. Its decisions, as long as they fall within the agenda and adjust to the relevant statutory stipulations, are valid and mandatory for all members and officers.
Frequently asked questions
Who can be a member of the Association?Any lawyer or law school student who belongs to the Jewish people, or any other person who is interested in participating in the Association.
Honorary Members are those persons who, in appreciation of all the services rendered to the Association or for certain personal qualifications, are offered honorary membership by decision of the Executive Committee.
How is the admission process?
Upon reception of the Membership Form, the Executive Committee will promptly decide on the admission and communicate its decision to the applicant.
How is the Association funded?
For the time being, the Association is funded with the voluntary contribution of its members, and with the sponsorship of private companies and individual contributors. The contributors' list will be properly publicized among the members of the Association.
How can I have an active participation?
Activities are organized in small teams, which kindly welcome the participation of all interested parties. The first step is to contact us.
Does it have partisan/political affiliations?
No. The Association is plural, diverse, and has no partisan commitments.
Join us
Your participation as a Member is of the essence. We are willing to provide you with as many benefits as possible to complement to invaluable experience of being part of an institution that shares your own values and objectives.All information will be treated in strict confidence.
Please, send us the following application form. Once the application is received, you will be sent an "acknowledgement of receipt" and informed promptly of your membership acceptance.
Alternatively, you can fill in the form and send it to info@aajra.org.
Application form
I hereby apply to join the Asociación de Abogados Judíos de la República Argentina (Association of Jewish Lawyers of Argentina), agree to comply with its rules and agree with its Mission.Contact us
We want to hear from you and there are several ways you can reach us.Send an e-mail:
info@aajra.org
Send a letter:
Asociación de Abogados Judíos de la República Argentina
Montevideo 665 Piso 6° Of. 608
(C1019ABM) City of Buenos Aires
ARGENTINA
Call our Director of International Affairs:
César Rosenstein
(54911) 5639 1172
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