Attorney Yossi Cohen, who is defending Mrs. Sara Netanyahu against charges of �irregularities� in the running of the Prime Minister�s Residence spoke out this week in defense of his client. Earlier this week, a labor court awarded Guy Eliyahu compensation in the amount of $34,500 after ruling Mrs. Netanyahu treated him abusively.

Cohen this week spoke hour harshly against the Jerusalem Labor Court ruling, telling Channel 2 News the judge did not act appropriately and she ignored the testimony of Mrs. Netanyahu.

Cohen�s harsh remarks led to a condemnation by the Israel Bar Association, which came to the court�s defense, standing by Justice Dita Pruginin and admonishing an attorney for speaking out publically against the court in such a fashion. The Israel Bar Association added it views Cohen�s statements as inciting against Justice Pruginin.

(YWN � Israel Desk, Jerusalem)