You Should Always Trust People: Yitzhak Amit Surprises with Quote from 'Legally Blonde'

Supreme Court President Yitzhak Amit spoke at the swearing-in ceremony for new lawyers, eulogized retired judge Edna Arbel, called for combining professionalism and compassion, and concluded with a surprising quote from the film 'Legally Blonde' on its 25th anniversary.

Supreme Court President Yitzhak Amit addressed the swearing-in ceremony for new lawyers held on July 28, 2026. Amit opened by quoting from the retirement speech of retired judge Edna Arbel, whom he eulogized, stating that the law is meant to serve society and make it better and more just. He called on the young lawyers to combine professionalism, perseverance, and knowledge with integrity, compassion, and human sensitivity, reminding them of the importance of truth and justice as the foundation of law. At the end of his speech, marking 25 years since the release of the film 'Legally Blonde', Amit cited three lessons from the movie: first impressions are not always correct; always trust people; and most importantly, believe in yourself. The ceremony reflects Amit's role as a leader of the judicial system and the emphasis on professional and human values.