Agmon with Tulchinsky Law Firm‘s team of capital markets experts stands out for its track record in advising major corporate clients and partnerships on complex, often cross-border equity and debt deals. Practice co-head Shirel Guttman-Amira is particularly noted in this area, and also handles high-value bond issuances. Uri Rosenberg is also a standout practitioner, undertaking a wide range of complex and high-profile capital raising projects on behalf of key players in the oil and gas industry; an area in which Ran Shalom is also particularly well versed. The team also includes complex bond structures expert Ran Felder, who is known for leading major IPOs and public and private offerings of both debt and equity.
Capital markets in Israel
Agmon with Tulchinsky Law Firm
Responsables de la pratique:
Shirel Guttman-Amira
Autres avocats clés:
Uri Rosenberg; Ran Shalom; Ran Felder
Les références
‘Very experienced and capable team, commercial and pragmatic.’
‘Extremely bright and creative.’
‘A well-rounded and experienced team with an emphasis on quick and quality answers. The background is not limited to law (accounting, economics, etc.) and this makes the team’s offer more comprehensive.’
Principaux clients
Leviathan Bond Ltd.
Delek Overriding Royalty Leviathan Ltd
Veridis Environment
EQUITAL Ltd.
ISRAMCO Negev 2 – Limited Partnership
Delek Drilling
Navitas Petroleum
Doral Energy
Y.H.Dimri Building & Development Ltd
Energix-Renewable Energies Ltd
Amot Investments Ltd.
Bank Leumi
Dalia Power Energies
Bait Ve Gag
Rimon Ltd.
Migdal Insurance
Rav-Bariach (08) Industries Ltd
Airport City Ltd
TIGI Ltd.
Danone Manifesto Ventures
Zephyrus Wind Energies
Fair
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Poland-based Zephyrus Wind Energies Ltd, a unicorn in the field of Renewable Energy, on an IPO on the TASE in 2023.
- Advised the recycling and infrastructure company Veridis Environment and the Israel Infrastructure Fund on a reverse triangular merger transaction, which saw the client buy Israel’s largest paper company, Infinya for NIS2.35bn.
- Advised Bank Leumi on raising NIS3.8bn, as part of an expansion of existing series of bonds as well as the issuance of a new series of commercial papers.
FISCHER (FBC & Co.)
Praised by clients for its ‘unique experience in the field of listed limited partnerships’, notably in the oil and gas industry, FISCHER (FBC & Co.)‘s capital markets practice is a key name in the debt and equity markets, with considerable expertise in the real estate sector, where the team is routinely involved in complex IPOs on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. Practice head Boaz Noiman‘s capabilities are mostly concentrated on securities offerings, working with public offerings specialist Itay Brafman, while head of the corporate department Avraham Well is the ideal choice for corporate and regulatory matters. Other key names include Sivan Omer, who is recommended for her knowledge of equity and debt offerings by energy companies; hi-tech and complex international transactions expert Eran Yaniv; and securities law specialist Vered Oren. With experience in securities law and corporate finance work, Michal Nissani Josefson is also recommended.
Responsables de la pratique:
Boaz Noiman
Autres avocats clés:
Itay Brafman; Avraham Well; Sharon Rosen; Sivan Omer; Eran Yaniv; Vered Oren; Michal Nissani Josefson
Les références
‘FISCHER’s capital markets’ team is a highly professional and service-oriented team of the highest calibre. The team has closely supported our company, consistently providing excellent service even when faced with challenging deadlines. The team is committed to staying up-to-date with regulatory, legal, and compliance developments to provide a tailored, high-quality service to its clients.’
‘The firm has deep and unique experience in the field of listed limited partnerships. The team is very familiar with the relevant laws and guidelines. They are also very effective, all tasks and duties are carried out quickly and reasonably.’
‘FISCHER’s litigation department represented us to our full satisfaction. Their expertise was pivotal in ensuring the dismissal of the lawsuit.’
Principaux clients
Paz Oil Company Ltd.
Bezeq the Israel Telecommunications Corp.
Perrigo Company Ltd.
J.P. Morgan Securities LLC
Ormat Technologies, Inc.
BofA Securities Inc.
Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC
M.L.R.N Projects and Trade Ltd.
Tower Semiconductor Ltd.
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.
ICL Group
Mizrahi Tefahot Bank Ltd (UMTB)
Universal Motors Israel Ltd.
Kamada Ltd.
AllMed Solutions
Carmel Winery
Clal Industries Ltd.
BYNET COMMUNICATIONS LTD.
WeSure Global Tech Ltd.
UBS
Ramot in the City
Icon Group Ltd. (iDigital)
M.G.S. Sport Trading Ltd.
Libra Insurance Company Ltd.
Envizion Medical Ltd.
YBox Real Estate Ltd.
Ratio Energies
Ratio Petroleum Energy
Ratio Energies (Finance) Ltd.
Modiin Energy
PetroTx
Israel Opportunity Energy Resources
Globe Energy Resources Y.C.D.
Holmes Place
Dor Alon Energy in Israel (1988) Ltd.
Noy Reserves
The Capri Family Foundation
Gilad May Construction Investment and Development Ltd.
Norstar Holding Inc.
Mivne Real Estate
XT Investments Ltd.
Reit 1 Ltd.
Delta Israel Brands Ltd.
Sonol Real Estate Development Ltd
Strauss Group
Azorim
REIT Azorim
Strawberry Fields Limited
Silverstein Properties Limited
Rotem Energy Minerals
Millennium Food-Tech
Smart Agro
Unicorn Technologies
Menara Ventures XL
Big Tech 50 R&D
FEAT Fund Investment
Sure-tech Investments
Starwood West Limited
Altitude Investments Ltd.
Generation Capital Ltd.
Sunflower Renewable Investments
Nala Digital Commerce Ltd
Quiklizard Ltd.
Nano-X Imaging Ltd.
Enlivex Therapeutics Ltd.
Purple Biotech Ltd.
Phoenix Group
Ram Aderet Civil Engineering Ltd.
Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.
Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co. routinely handles high-value capital markets transactions in Israel, including debt and equity securities work, IPOs, equity and debt offerings, derivatives issues and securitisations. A range of corporations, issuers and underwriters regularly turn to the team for its expertise in managing cross-border transactions; international capital markets expert Amir Tzafrir excels in handling a variety of complex, often cross-border corporate and finance transactions. Securities and finance specialist Aya Yoffe focuses on raising public and private capital and debt, an area in which Gur Nabel is also particularly well versed. Head of the corporate and capital markets department Dubi Zoltak assists major private and public listed companies in Israel and abroad, and David Hodak advises the Israeli government on privatisation and debt financing mandates. Other prominent names include corporate and securities law specialists Renana Lev and Yuval Eden, capital markets and financial regulation expert Roy Reiss, hi-tech specialist Ashok Chandrasekhar, and Aaron M. Lampert, who is the key contact for international securities offerings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Aya Yoffe; Dubi Zoltak; Gur Nabel
Autres avocats clés:
David Hodak; Renana Lev; Yuval Eden; Roy Reiss; Aaron M. Lampert; Adva Bitan; Ashok Chandrasekhar; Amir Tzafrir
Les références
‘Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co has a very strong capital markets team with exceptional knowledge and experience. There seems to be no question that they do not have an answer to. In addition, they are very efficient and always available.’
‘The firm has numerous professional partners in every field and a large team of experienced lawyers. The office is available for almost any project required and at any time. All partners are professional and experienced.’
‘This is one of the leading capital markets firms – great expertise, deep experience and high-calibre people. Yuval Eden is an expert in advising public companies, and handling corporate governance and securities law. He always knows how to find creative solutions in compliance with the law. Dubi Zoltak is an outstanding lawyer. Innovative, commercial and highly competent.’
Principaux clients
Akerstein Group Ltd.
Albar Mimunit Services Ltd.
Almeda Ventures Limited Partnership
Alon Israel Oil Company
Alon Natural Gas Exploration
Altshuler Shaham Benefits Ltd.
Apax Partners LLP
Ashot Ashkelon Industries Ltd.
Atreyu Capital Markets
Aura Investments Ltd.
Averbuch Formica Center Ltd.
Avgol Industries 1953 Ltd.
Aviation Links Ltd.
Aviv Arlon Ltd.
Ayalon Holdings Ltd.
Azrieli Group Ltd.
Barclays
Barclays Capital Inc.
Big Shopping Centers Ltd.
BiondVax Pharmaceuticals
BofA Merrill Lynch
Brainsway
Buff Technologies Ltd.
Buligo Capital Partners
Castro Model Ltd.
Cellcom Israel Ltd.
Chamoss International Limited
Chemomab (Anchiano Therapeutics Ltd.) (formerly BioCanCell Ltd.)
Cipia Vision Ltd.
Citi, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Barclays, Morgan Stanley, Jefferies and Poalim IBI Issuances Underwriting
Citigroup
Clal Biotechnology Ltd.
Clal Insurance Ltd.
Collective Growth Corporation
CollPlant Biotechnologies Ltd.
Cornerstone Properties Ltd.
Creative Media and Community Commercial Trust Corporation
Delshah Capital Limited
Deutsche Bank
Dexia Credit Local
Discount Investments Company Ltd.
Elbit Imaging Ltd.
Elbit Medical Technology Ltd.
Elco Ltd.
Eldan Transportation Ltd.
Electra Consumer Products (1970) Ltd.
Electra Real Estate Ltd.
Elezra Holdings Ltd. and subsidiaries
Elron Ventures Ltd.
Encore Opportunities Ltd.
Encore Properties Ltd.
First International Bank of Israel
Flying SpArk Ltd.
G. Willi Food Investments
Gabay Properties and Development Ltd.
Gamla Harel Residential Real Estate Ltd.
Gav-Yam (Bayside Land Corporation) Ltd.
Generation Capital Ltd.
GFI Real Estate Limited
Globrands Group Ltd.
Goldman Sachs
Grace Breeding Ltd.
Hachshara Insurance Company Ltd
Hachshara Insurance Holdings Ltd.
Hadera Paper
Haifa Hitech Initiative Center Ltd.
Hamashbir 365 Holdings Ltd.
Human Xtensions Ltd.
I.C.P. Israel Citrus Plantations Ltd.
iArgento
Identi Healthcare Ltd.
ION Acquisition Corp. 1 Ltd.
ION Acquisition Corp. 2 Ltd.
IP Light
Isracard Group
Israel Acquisitions Corp.
Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd.
Israel Petrochemical Enterprises Ltd.
Israel Postal Company
Israel Railways
Itamar Medical Ltd.
Jordan Eshel Construction & Development Ltd.
Kardan Israel Ltd.
Kardan Real Estate Enterprise & Development Ltd.
Klein International Group
Kvasir Education Ltd.
M.W. Investments Ltd.
Maslavi Construction Company Ltd.
Massivit 3D Printing Technologies Ltd.
MDG Real Estate Global Limited
MeaTech 3D Ltd.
Mekorot Water Company
MGG (BVI) Limited
Moinian Limited
More Provident Funds Ltd.
Morgan Stanley
NeuroSense Therapeutics
Novolog (Pharm -up 1966) Ltd.
Opal Balance Investments Ltd.
Or/Shay G.S. Ltd.
Otonomo Technologies
Pagaya Investment Israel Ltd
Partner Communications Company Ltd.
Paz Oil Company
Paz Refinery Ashdod Ltd.
PennantPark Floating Rate Capital Ltd.
Phoenix Insurance
Photomyne Ltd.
Plaza Centres NV.
PomVom Ltd.
Property & Building Ltd.
PTK Acquisition Corp.
QlikTech International AB
Quik Super Online Ltd.
Radware Ltd.
Rami Levy Chain Stores Hashikma Marketing 2006 Ltd.
RedHill Biopharma
REE Automotive Ltd.
Related Commercial Portfolio Ltd.
ReWalk Robotics Ltd.
Rothshtein Real Estate Ltd.
S. Shlomo Holdings Ltd.
S. Shlomo Insurance Company Ltd
Sanlakol Ltd.
SatixFy Communications
Shapir Engineering & Industry Ltd.
Shikun & Binui Ltd.
SHL Telemedicine Ltd.
Shufersal Ltd.
Solegreen Ltd.
Sol-Gel Technologies
Somoto Ltd.
SpeedValue Ltd.
Sufrin Holdings Ltd.
Supergas Energy Ltd.
Tadbik Group
Tadiran Group Ltd.
Taya InvestmentsC
Tempo Beverages Ltd.
Thoma Bravo Advantage
Tikcro Technologies Ltd.
Tondo Smart Ltd.
UMH Properties, Inc.
Victory Supermarket Chain Ltd.
Vitania Ltd.
Waterstone Properties Ltd.
Wize Pharma Inc. (formerly Wize Pharma Ltd.)
Y.D. More Investments Ltd.
Z.M.H Hammerman Ltd.
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised the Azrieli Group on a series of offerings of TASE traded bonds totalling billions of ILS.
- Advised Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Morgan Stanley as underwriters (joint lead book-running managers) on Mobileye Global Inc.’s $861m IPO on the Nasdaq.
- Advised Clal Insurance Enterprises Holdings Ltd. on several issuances of bonds on the TASE by it and its subsidiaries.
Gornitzky & Co.
Gornitzky & Co.‘s team of capital markets experts routinely advises both Israeli and international issuers, banks, investors and underwriters on the full spectrum of public and private offerings of debt and equity securities, large IPOs, as well as listing securities on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. Spearheaded by Chaim Friedland, who is the go-to lawyer for issuers and underwriters on outbound transactions, the team also includes Yair Shiloni, who is highly praised by clients for his expertise in public offerings, capital raisings and bond issuances. Domestic capital markets and securities practice head Sharon Werker-Sagy specialises in IPOs and follow-on offerings, while global equity and debt offerings expert Ari Fried, Uri Heller, and corporate and local capital markets practice head Lior Porat are also recommended.
Responsables de la pratique:
Lior Porat; Chaim Friedland; Sharon Werker-Sagy
Autres avocats clés:
Yair Shiloni; Ari Fried; Uri Heller
Les références
‘The team has a deep collective experience and commendable synergy that results in a seamless and effective legal service. The team’s dedication, adaptability and knowledge of capital markets are undeniable. Their combined strengths complement Yair Shiloni’s leadership, which positions them as a formidable force in the capital markets legal sector.’
‘In the intricate and ever-changing realm of capital markets, it is critical to have a legal mind that not only understands the intricacies of the industry, but is also able to navigate it with deft precision. In this context, Yair Shiloni’s experience shines through.’
‘Over the years, we have had the privilege of being assisted by Yair Shiloni on capital markets matters. He has always demonstrated an exceptional understanding of financial markets, regulatory environment, and the strategic nuances required to succeed. Whether it is a regulatory compliance issue, an IPO or a sophisticated securities’ transaction, Yair has always provided keen and effective insights and strategies.’
Principaux clients
A.G.P./Alliance Global Partners
Fortissimo Capital Fund GP
Israel Corporation Ltd.
Keystone Reit Ltd.
Value Base
UBS
Telrad Networks Ltd.
SVB Leerink
Strauss Group Ltd.
Stifel
Shikun & Binui Energy Ltd.
Shikun & Binui
Phoenix Group
Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.
OPC Energy Ltd.
Morgan Stanley
Menorah Mivtachim
Melisron Ltd.
Lynrock Lake Master Fund LP
Leumi Partners
J.P. Morgan
Jefferies
Goldman Sachs
Cellcom
Barclays
Citigroup
Cowen and Company
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Capricorn Energy PLC on a reverse merger with New-Med Energy LP, an Israeli limited partnership listed for trade on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange.
- Advised Shikun & Binui Energy LTD on an issuance of bonds to the public for approximately NIS750m by a new series of public bonds and existing series of bonds.
- Advised Telrad Networks Ltd on its approximately NIS210m acquisition (going-private) by Liquid Intelligent Telecommunications (Jersey) Ltd.
Herzog Fox & Neeman
Herzog Fox & Neeman's team advises clients on the full spectrum of equity and debt offerings and SPAC transactions in Israel, while also notably handling some of the largest offerings on the TASE and NASDAQ. Co-head of the corporate and security department Nir Dash has recently led some of the largest IPOs and public transactions in Israel, acting for a range of issuers and underwriters, while international transactions specialist Ron Ben-Menachem is noted for his expertise in private and public offerings, an area in which corporate and securities law specialist Efrat Tzur is also active. Yehuda Aharoni and Niv Sivan are recommended for advice on regulatory and compliance matters. With unique expertise in financial regulations, Liat Maidler is another name to note.
Responsables de la pratique:
Nir Dash
Autres avocats clés:
Ron Ben-Menachem; Efrat Tzur; Yehuda Aharoni; Niv Sivan; Liat Maidler
Les références
‘The Herzog team offers a comprehensive financial service with on-the-ground experience to guide clients through difficult business and legal issues and to create original and innovative solutions.’
‘Nir Dash and Ron Ben-Menachem are the best of the Herzog team. Nir is an expert in local deals and Ron in international deals. Both are intelligent, hard-working and dedicated lawyers who provide excellent legal and business advice. It is a pleasure to work with them, they have a pro-business and pro-client approach and are creating long-lasting relationships.’
‘Very commercial and hard-working. They know the market and the law.’
Principaux clients
BNP Paribas
BofA Securities
HSBC
J.P. Morgan
Citigroup
Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE
Mizuho Securities
Jefferies Inc., Cowen Inc., Barcalys PLC
Bank Leumi
Plus500 Ltd.
Enlight Ltd.
Phoenix Insurance Company Ltd.
Israel Electric Corporation
Elbit Systems Ltd.
Fox Group Ltd.
Retailors Ltd.
Nayax Ltd.
Glassbox Ltd.
NeoGames SARL Ltd.
Altshuler Shaham Finance Ltd.
Adama Agrochemical Solutions Ltd.
Meitav Investments Ltd.
Bank Jerusalem Ltd.
3D Systems Inc
Golf Group Ltd.
Brack Capital Properties N.V.
Shikun & Binui Ltd.
Leonardo Drs. Inc
Ree Automotive Ltd.
Oddity Ltd.
Max Stock Ltd.
Carmel Corp. Ltd.
Natixis Investment Managers
Aquarius Engines Ltd.
Splitit Payments Ltd.
Value Base Ltd.
Meshek Energy – Renewable Energies Ltd.
Seach Medical Group
Airtouch Solar
Augwind Energy Tech
Invesco Investment management Limited
Singapore Stock Exchange
Honk Kong Exchange
CME Group Inc.
Nasdaq Inc.
Mexem Ltd.
Interactive Brokers LLC
Bank of China
Banka Generali (Israel Branch)
Société General
The Digital Bank Ltd. – One Zero
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Oddity Ltd. on its highly successful IPO on NASDAQ.
- Represented Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd. in its IPO on NASDAQ.
- Represented Bank Leumi, Israel’s largest bank, in a $500m international senior bonds offering.
Meitar Law Offices
A range of publicly traded companies, issuers and underwriters regularly engage Meitar Law Offices‘ team on complex corporate and securities matters, including advising on the structuring of securities transactions, initial and secondary public offerings, and debt offerings. Alongside his specialisation in corporate and securities law, Shachar Hadar is recognised for his experience in cross-border transactions, an area in which Dan Shamgar is also particularly active, while Clifford M J Felig advises multinational corporations purchasing or investing in Israeli companies. Tali Menashe and Yael Weiss routinely counsel public companies traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange on capital market matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Shachar Hadar; Tali Menashe
Autres avocats clés:
Dan Shamgar; Clifford M J Felig; Yael Weiss
Les références
‘The team is very professional in all aspects of the transaction. We enjoyed working with the team in Israel, mainly because of the great human relationships and the professional knowledge.’
‘Meitar’s team is a professional legal adviser in securities regulations and issuances of different securities of our company during the years. They are constantly available, providing high level and precise legal advice to our company.’
‘Yael Weiss is an outstanding lawyer in this sector, demonstrating thorough and comprehensive knowledge of securities regulations and providing very high quality legal advice.’
Principaux clients
Amdocs Ltd.
Mizrahi Tefahot issuing company Ltd.
Bank Hapoalim B.M.
First International Bank of Israel Ltd.
Israel Discount Bank Ltd.
The First International Bank (FIBI)
Citigroup Global Capital Markets, Inc.
Gav-Yam Land Corp. Ltd.
Monday.com Ltd.
Taboola Ltd.
WalkMe Ltd.
Wix Ltd.
Nova Ltd.
Perion Network Ltd.
CyberArk Software Ltd.
Fiverr International Ltd.
Wix Ltd.
Global-e Online Ltd.
Stratasys Ltd.
Norstar Holdings Inc.; G City Ltd.
Yaacob & Nili Shahar
Danya Cebus Ltd.
Gaon Holdings Ltd.; Gaon Group Ltd.
Tigbur Temporary Help & Professional Placement Ltd.
Turpaz Industries Ltd.
Ari Real Estate (Arena) Investment Ltd.
Isrotel Ltd.
Villar International Ltd.
Nextferm Technologies Ltd.
Automated Bank Services Ltd.
NETO M.E. Holdings Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Provided legal representation to Tefahot Bank Ltd. on raising funds through various financial instruments, including two series of bonds, one series of Contingent Convertibles Capital (COCO), and a new series of Commercial Securities.
- Advised Citigroup, Barclays, JP. Morgan, Jefferies, and UBS, which acted for Bank Leumi in its $500m senior note offering under Rule 144A.
- Provided legal representation for Bank Hapoalim B.M. on a debt offering that raised approximately NIS4.2bn through COCO series and two bond series (101 and 201).
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.’s team is routinely engaged by investors, issuers, underwriters and sponsors alike for its expertise in handling initial public offerings, SPACs, as well as equity and debt offerings. The international capital markets practice is jointly chaired by Tuvia Geffen, who regularly advises Israeli public companies listed on NASDAQ, and public offerings and regulations expert Jonathan Feuchtwanger. Securities law specialist Roi Turgheman is another key player in public equity and debt offerings and private placements.
Responsables de la pratique:
Tuvia Geffen; Jonathan Feuchtwanger
Autres avocats clés:
Roi Turgheman
Les références
‘A highly talented and professional team. Very intelligent and well-prepared lawyers. Incredibly responsive and helpful.’
‘Tuvia Geffen – brilliant lawyer, always focused on key issues. Superb in negotiations.’
‘The firm has both legal knowledge and experience in law and practical matters.’
Principaux clients
Check Point
Wix
Caesarstone
Innoviz Technologies
Optibase
Connexa Sport Technologies (fka Slinger Bag)
Morgan Stanley
Goldman Sachs
BofA Securities
Citi
Jefferies
RBC
Tremor International
Gilat Satellite Networks
FIMI Private Equity
Accel Solutions
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange
Sivota
Gong
Senstar Technologies (fka Magal Security Systems)
T.A.T. Technologies
Kamada
TOPGUM
ALD
Solaer Renewable Energies
ERIKA CARMEL LTD
Satcom Systems
Bet Shemesh Engines Holdings (1997)
P.C.B. Technologies
G1 Secure Solutions
Siyata Mobile
Utron
Healthy.io
StoreDot
Amiad Water Systems
Apester
AMoon
IAngels
HAP Tower Journal Square Limited Partnership
HAP Franklin Residences NY Venture Limited Partnership
Shimonov & Co. - Law Firm
A significant number of major publicly-traded companies, both in Israel and abroad, regularly seek the advice of Shimonov & Co. - Law Firm‘s team on a range of issues spanning public offerings, capital raisings, IPOs, and securitisation issues. Regarded as ‘the best and most respected securities lawyer’ in Israel, founding partner Israel Shimonov focuses on corporate and securities law, representing clients before the Israel Securities Authority and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, while Dudi Berland notably manages the non-Israeli foreign offering department at the firm with Benjamin Ben Zimra. With ‘exceptional expertise and professionalism’, Nir Cohen Sasson navigates IPOs and secondary market offerings.
Responsables de la pratique:
Israel Shimonov; Dudi Berland
Autres avocats clés:
Benjamin Ben Zimra; Nir Cohen Sasson
Les références
‘High level of experience and knowledge of the regulatory world of public companies in Israel, from preparing a company to IPOs, to representing it in discussions with various regulatory bodies, to accompanying it during capital market events (private and public equity and debt issuance, public takeovers/M&A, etc.), and in the capital markets sector.’
‘The team accompanying us in the area of capital markets has a high level of professionalism. The office has extensive knowledge and connections, and we are very satisfied with the efficient and courteous service we receive.’
‘I would particularly like to mention the firm’s senior partner Nir Cohen Sasson, who has exceptional expertise and professionalism. I would also like to mention lawyer Israel Shimonov, the head of the office, who deals with problems as complex as we need him to.’
Principaux clients
Namco Realty LLC
BST Canada
Pacific Oak SOR (BVI) Holdings, Ltd. of the Pacific Oak Capital Advisors
Carasso Motors Ltd.
Fattal Holdings
Carasso Real Estate
Tnuport Yielding Real Estate
Kalkan Capital
Sapir Corp Ltd.
Extell
Acro Real Estate
Leser Group
Israel Canada Group
Messer’s Roy Gil and Yehuda Sayag
Solaer Renewable Energies Ltd.
Westdale Properties America
Lightstone Enterprises Limited of the Lightstone Group
Copperline Americas
Argo Properties N.V.
Aviv Group
Pacific Oak Strategic Opportunity REIT II, Inc.
Green Street Power Partners LLC
Tikun-Olam – Cannbit Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Ace Capital Retail (2016) Ltd.
Gabay Properties and Development Ltd.
Emilia Development Ltd.
A.R. REM Projects Ltd.
Primotec Group Ltd.
Nofar Energy
Bikurey Hasadeh Ltd.
Hertz Investment Group
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Pacific Oak SOR (BVI) Holdings, Ltd. on a cross-border Series C bonds offering on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange in which it raised NIS340m, backed by real estate properties in the US.
- Advised Carasso Real Estate and Carasso Motors Ltd. on several series of bonds on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, in which a collective amount of more than NIS1.4bn was raised by the companies.
- Advised Namco Realty LLC. on the offering of two series of bonds on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange in which it raised NIS690m.
Arnon, Tadmor-Levy
Arnon, Tadmor-Levy fields a robust team of experts who routinely advise on the regulatory aspects of the capital and securities markets, as well as on complex debt restructurings. Financial regulation, capital markets and securities expert Amir Scharf is a name to note, while Shiri Shaham‘s capabilities are mostly concentrated on public securities work and debt offerings, an area in which Shai Margalit is also particularly active. Another key contact is Ricky Brenner, whose broad practice spans capital markets, securities, and regulatory issues.
Autres avocats clés:
Amir Scharf; Shiri Shaham; Shai Margalit; Ricky Brenner
Les références
‘I am always impressed by the team’s professionalism and availability. Their professional products and advice are always spot on, and they are courteous and responsive.’
‘Amir Scharf, who leads the practice, has unique expertise in the field and a very practical and useful approach to problem-solving. He has deep professional knowledge and understanding of the fields of capital markets, financial investment advice and the regulatory framework in Israel, and knows how to connect this knowledge to the problems and challenges ahead.’
‘This team is excellent. Very professional and intelligent, highly experienced, responsive, hardworking, and with remarkable insights.’
Principaux clients
Harel Insurance Group
Bank Hapoalim B.M
JP Morgan
Morgan Stanley
Sisram Medical Ltd.
ISpac 1 Ltd.
Shapir Group
Orian Sh.M Ltd.
One Software Technologies Ltd.
Michlol Financing Ltd.
Israeli Natural Gas Lines Ltd.
Tamares Holdings Sweden AB
BioLineRx Ltd.
Amir Marketing and Investments in Agriculture Ltd.
Taya Communications Ltd.
Shaniv Paper Industries Ltd.
Orad Ltd.
Aura Smart Air Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised JP Morgan and Morgan Stanley as lead underwriters on the refinancing of a transaction worth $3.5bn, with an additional $1bn raised and added to the deal.
- Advised ISPAC1, which is the only SPAC listed on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, on its acquisition of Baladi.
- Advised Harel on the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Isracard Ltd. by a way of reverse triangle merger.
Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano & Co
With a successful track record in handling complex capital market transactions ranging from IPOs and bond issuances to securities offerings and mergers, Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano & Co is regularly engaged by large Israeli companies listed on the TASE. Practice head Moty Yamin is a key contact, while recently promoted partner Meni Kogan‘s recent highlights span capital and bond issuances and regulatory and corporate matters. With extensive regulatory experience, Yonatan Haimi Erenreich is also recommended.
Responsables de la pratique:
Moty Yamin
Autres avocats clés:
Meni Kogan; Yonatan Haimi Erenreich
Les références
‘The team is very professional and has strong business acumen.’
‘Moty Yamin is very responsive and really promotes our business interests.’
‘Dedication, great experience and knowledge.’
Principaux clients
Alon Blue Square Israel Ltd.
Blue Square Real Estate Ltd.
Econergy Renewable Energy Ltd.
Prime energy P.E Ltd
Maman-Cargo Terminals & Handling Ltd.
Rami Levi Chain Stores Hashikma Marketing (2006) Ltd.
M.Yochananof and sons (1988) Ltd.
Hive 2040 R&D Limited Partnership
El Al Israel Airlines
Partner Communications Company Ltd
The Phoenix Holdings Ltd.
Clal Insurance Enterprises Holdings Ltd
Fox Wizel Ltd
WeSure Globaltech Ltd.
EPM group Inc.
Iskoor metals and steels Ltd.
S.Al Group Ltd.
Karamba Security Ltd.
Setpoint Ltd.
Classoos Ltd.
Extra retail Ltd.
Criptonia SPV1 Ltd.
GoTo Global Ltd.
Excellence Investments Ltd.
Halman-Aldubi Investment House Ltd.
3IQ Bitcoin Fund
Pocketful IL Ltd.
Mia Dynamics Motors Ltd
Tierra Properties Ltd.
Reit 1 Ltd
Isracard Ltd
Ayalon Insurance Company Ltd.
Solegreen Ltd.
Electreon Wireless Ltd.
Bezeq the Israel Telecommunication Corp Ltd.
Canzon Israel Ltd.
Kamada Ltd.
Apollo Fund & Yahoo
DoorDash Inc.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Alon Blue Square Israel on a bond issuance on TASE, with a total value of appx. NIS1bn.
- Advised M. Yochananof & Sons (1988) Ltd. on a secondary public offering of shares and bonds with a total value of appx. NIS204m, following on from a series of other offerings.
- Advised Electreon Wireless Ltd. on two rounds of private offerings of shares and options with a total value of appx. NIS130m.
M. Firon & Co Advocates and Notaries
M. Firon & Co Advocates and Notaries‘ expertise in capital markets is demonstrated by the firm’s two sub-departments: the corporate and securities team, and the investment and institutional entities group. These allow the team to provide comprehensive advice on IPOs, securitisation transactions, debenture issuances, and regulatory matters. The practice is jointly led by Oded Ofek, who is highly praised by clients as a ‘leader in the capital market field’, and Udi Efron, who notably focuses on public offerings and capital raisings. Other key contacts include securitisation transaction expert Omer Tikolsky.
Responsables de la pratique:
Udi Efron; Oded Ofek
Autres avocats clés:
Omer Tikolsky
Les références
‘They are very professional and always available to answer our needs.’
‘I am working with Omer Tikolsky and his team – they provide a high level of service.’
‘Oded Ofek is brilliant, creative and a unique expert in his fields of practice, integrating a wide variety of knowledge in different legal fields, and not only in capital markets, offering a mature, integrated and enlightening insight into any legal issue.’
Principaux clients
Israel Airport Authority
Epsilon Investment House
Direct Finance
MegaOr
Adgar
Ashtrom Group
Ashdar
The Phoenix
Dan Hotels
Hanan Mor Group
The City People
Psagot
Ayalon Mutual Fund
KSM
Dolphin Investments
Alpha Beta Hedge funds management
Principaux dossiers
- Advised The City People on its debentures IPO.
- Advised Direct Finance on an investment transaction with Menorah in Direct Finance Mortgages.
- Advised Epsilon investment house on its sale to Excellence Investment House.
Shibolet & Co.
Alongside its significant focus on equity transactions, complex IPOs and secondary offerings, Shibolet & Co.‘s practice is noted for its involvement in a range of bond issuances, with practice head Adi Zaltzman and securities and M&A specialist Omer Weiss advising Delek Properties on its issuance of tradable bonds through an IPO. The team also includes regulatory and compliance expert Saul Adereth, who is recognised for his track record in advising fintech and blockchain companies; Inbar Eitan-Goldstein, who is recommended for both equity and debt offerings; and Itshak Cohen-Yehonatan, who advises on government companies’ securities listed on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange.
Responsables de la pratique:
Adi Zaltzman
Autres avocats clés:
Omer Weiss; Saul Adereth; Inbar Eitan-Goldstein; Itshak Cohen-Yehonatan
Les références
‘They have experts in all areas of commercial and corporate law covering our needs. The team is very responsive and service-oriented, reasonable, creative, and with a long-term partnership approach. They provide consistent quality in all services.’
Principaux clients
Aulder Capital LLC
B Communications Ltd.
Bubbles Intergroup Ltd.
Camtek Ltd.
Ceragon Networks Ltd.
Delek Israel Properties (D.P) Ltd.
El Al Israel Airlines Ltd.
Electra Ltd.
Gama Management & Clearing Ltd.
Holisto Ltd.
Hub Cyber Security Ltd.
Inrom Construction Industries Ltd.
Kerur Holdings Ltd.
Lahav L.R. RealEstate Ltd.
NICE-Systems Ltd.
Nostromo Energy Limited
The Phoenix Holdings Ltd.
Pulsenmore Ltd.
Space-Communication Ltd.
Zvi Sarfati & Sons Investments & Constructions Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Delek Israel Properties (D.P) Ltd. on its issuance of tradable bonds through an IPO, after which Delek Properties became a reporting entity.
- Advised Desktop Metal, Inc. on a $1.8bn merger and share exchange with Stratasys Ltd.
- Advised El Al Israel Airlines Ltd. (Israel’s flag carrier) and its controlling shareholder, Kanfei Nesharim Aviation Ltd., on a special tender offer transaction as well as an issuance of bonus shares previously required by the Israeli Ministry of Finance as part of Covid-19 related state aid.
Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary
Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary‘s team is equipped to provide comprehensive advice to issuers, underwriters and lead managers on a range of debt and equity capital markets transactions, both in Israel and abroad. The team is jointly led by corporate and securities law specialist Daniel Marcovici and hi-tech and venture capital expert Ian Rostowsky, who is noted for his focus on the regulatory aspects of capital markets law.
Responsables de la pratique:
Daniel Marcovici; Ian Rostowsky
Les références
‘The department has extensive knowledge and is able to provide professional and valuable legal advice for any request in the field of corporate, securities and other commercial matters.’
‘The team’s longstanding experience, its links with the Israel Securities Authority and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, and its connections with financial institutions are all well established and proven in the industry, both in Israel and internationally.’
‘The team has extensive expertise in all matters related to financial regulatory requirements and understanding of market activity in Israel.’
Principaux clients
Chardan Capital Markets LLC
Eltek Ltd.
G1 Secure Solutions Ltd.
GP Global Power Ltd.
I2PO
J.P. Morgan
Massad Oz Ltd.
Nano-X Imaging Ltd
Nextcom Ltd.
Peninsula Group Ltd.
PSC – CAN Ltd.
Roth Capital Partners LLC
Simigon Ltd.
Tectona Ltd.
Ya’acobi Brothers Group (YSB) Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Served as lead counsel to underwriter J.P. Morgan on TASE-listed Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd.’s $252m IPO of its shares and options on Nasdaq.
- Advised a group of managers on the process of establishment of a new underwriting company in collaboration with Phoenix Underwriting Ltd., an Israeli public company traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange.
- Acted for TASE-listed Tectona Ltd. on its filing of a shelf registration prospectus to the Israeli Securities Authority (ISA) and to TASE, which will enable the company to issue various types of securities.
Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.
Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.‘s broad client base benefits from the firm’s prowess in a range of capital markets work spanning IPOs, securities issues, private offerings, and regulatory matters. On the regulatory side, practice co-head Zvi Gabbay is the key contact, while fellow co-head David (Dudi) Cohen concentrates his capabilities on publicly traded companies, handling public offerings, and equity and debt securities work. The team also includes public and private capital raisings expert Michael Barnea, and ‘most reliable adviser’ Hagit Ross, who is the go-to choice for an array of CEOs and senior officers.
Responsables de la pratique:
Zvi Gabbay; David (Dudi) Cohen
Autres avocats clés:
Michael Barnea; Hagit Ross; Elad Reshtick; Omri Oren
Les références
‘Excellent team led by Zvi Gabbay. Very experienced and knowledgeable. They know how to solve problems. The team has experience in both SEC and Israel Securities Authority reporting.’
‘Zvi Gabbay is very experienced, responsive and creative.’
‘They work very hard and have a great knowledge of the UK capital markets. We always receive the utmost attention from the partner.’
Principaux clients
Azrieli Group
Beyon3d
Danel Group
Mediterranean Towers
Group107
UNET CREDIT FINANCE SERVICES
Blender Group
My Size, Inc.
Unitronics
Cargal Ltd
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for Azrieli Group on all ongoing capital markets matters.
- Advising Danel Group, which is publicly traded, on all ongoing capital markets matters, including various transactions.
- Acting for Mediterranean Towers on all capital markets matters.
Katzenell Dimant
Katzenell Dimant‘s team of capital markets experts advises both Israeli and foreign issuers and corporations on securities transactions, bond issuances, and private and public offerings, routinely representing clients before the ISA and TASE. The team is particularly active in the hi-tech sector, where practice co-head Ran Dimant advises hi-tech companies on a range of security matters. Fellow co-head Einat Katzenell is noted for her cross-border knowledge, counselling international clients on IPOs and M&A transactions. Known for representing publicly traded companies, Merav Ben-Hur Saban is another key contact.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ran Dimant; Einat Katzenell
Autres avocats clés:
Merav Ben-Hur Saban
Principaux clients
Silver Castle Holdings Ltd.
Harel Exchange Traded Deposit Ltd.
C-Lab Ltd.
Capital Point Ltd.
Storage Drop Storage Technologies Ltd.
Technoplus Ventures Ltd.
Together Business Innovation (2018) Ltd.
Unic-Tech, Limited Partnership
Mobilicom Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Silver Castle Holdings Ltd. on a complicated fundraising that includes a possibility of conversion and change of control in Silver with Alonim Marketing and Sales Promotion Ltd and a recent rights issuance.
- Assisted C-lab with regards to all its ongoing operations, and with all regulatory and corporate governance issues.
Lipa Meir & Co
Lipa Meir & Co‘s team provides regular counsel to a range of start-ups, companies and high-net-worth individuals on both debt and equity transactions. Securities litigation expert Eitan Shmueli leads the department, and notably advises both public and private companies on their capital markets operations in Israel and abroad. Gregory Irgo is a specialist in regulatory obligations.
Responsables de la pratique:
Eitan Shmueli
Autres avocats clés:
Gregory Irgo
Les références
‘The team comprises very experienced lawyers who are familiar with the law and have experience in a wide range of transactions.’
‘The team provides us with an excellent service and acts as external legal adviser for the entire business.’
‘Depth of knowledge, professionalism, availability.’
Principaux clients
Foresight Autonomous Holdings Ltd.
Raval A.C.S Ltd.
Automax Motors Ltd.
Ginegar Plastic Products Ltd.
Bareket Financing Ltd.
Sarine Technologies Ltd.
Shekel Brainweigh Ltd.
Magna B.S.P Ltd.
New Era Group.
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for Foresight on capital raising transactions by means of private placements, as well as day-to-day general capital markets and securities advice.
- Acted for Alarum Technologies Ltd., a provider of cybersecurity solutions for the hybrid cloud, on all aspects of Israeli securities law, corporate law, and capital market regulations, including the issuance of warrants.
- Acted for Sarine Technologies on its ongoing operations and reporting requirements as warranted by virtue of the Israeli companies and securities laws.
Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz
Regarded as a key player in the technology and energy sectors, Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz‘s team of experienced practitioners advises a wide range of publicly traded companies, both in Israel and abroad, on diverse capital markets matters, including IPOs and fundraisings. The department is spearheaded by securities and corporate law expert Ilan Gerzi, who advises start-ups and Fortune 500 companies, and has assisted with the introduction of medical cannabis companies to the TASE. Also well versed in the bio-med, hi-tech, and energy sectors, Maria Berkovits is another key contact.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ilan Gerzi
Autres avocats clés:
Maria Berkovits
Principaux clients
Ashdod Port
Bazan Group – Oil Refineries Ltd
Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Israel
Halamish
Israel Airport Authority
Ilan’s and Tatti (Coffee and Restaurants)
Maytronics Ltd.
Ministry of Environmental Protection
Kibbutz Ein HaMifratz
Phinergy
Lee Marshall Real Estate
OPKO HEALTH, INC
LINEAGE CELL THERAPEUTICS, INC
Panaxia LABS Israel Ltd. (TASE: PNAX)
Together Pharma Ltd.
The Welfare services association of Bezeq employees and its retirees
Asael Group – Real Estate
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Ilan’s and Tatti on a merger (controlling shares package transaction) agreement with Continual Ltd.
- Advised Maytronics (public company) on a NIS70m cross-border transaction.
- Handled the dual listing of Ondas Holding Inc, a public company traded on Nasdaq, as part of its reverse merger with Airobotics Ltd.
S. Horowitz & Co
With a focus on the real estate sector, S. Horowitz & Co‘s capital markets team routinely handles securities offerings, complex bond issuance transactions, and IPOs. With an emphasis on public and private offerings of debt and equity, practice co-head Amir Assali is praised by clients for his expertise in corporate governance and securities law, areas in which fellow-co head Guy Firer is also well versed.
Responsables de la pratique:
Guy Firer; Amir Assali
Les références
‘Amir Assali is an expert in advising public companies on corporate governance and securities law.’
‘We have sought advice from Amir Assali, and he has always been able to find creative solutions in compliance with the law. Moreover, it is evident that Mr. Assali conducts in-depth research on the issues he is assigned, and the feeling is that his legal advice can be fully relied upon.’
Principaux clients
Minrav Group Ltd.
Mordechai Aviv Taasiot Beniyah 1973 Ltd.
Apollo Power Ltd.
Issta Ltd
Yesodot Eitanim Ltd.
Quoin Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Issta Nadlan Ltd.
Omni Capital Ltd.
Shamaym Improve Ltd.
Brimag Digital Age Ltd.
Azrieli Group Ltd
Sano Bruno’s Enterprises Ltd.
Crypto.com, CEX.io, Coinbase
Israel Aerospace Industries
Principaux dossiers
- Advised public company Issta on a private transaction for the issuance of shares and warrants to a number of institutional investors amounting to NIS120m, as well as in its first issuance of convertible bonds to the public in an amount of about NIS245m.
- Advised public company Apollo Power on a private transaction for the issuance of shares and warrants to institutional investors in an amount of NIS125m, as well as in a rights issuance which included the issuance of shares and warrants to the company’s shareholders in an amount of NIS46m.
- Advised Yesodot Eitanim (an active player in the real estate market) on its first issuance of bonds to the public and the raising of an amount of NIS50m.
Shnitzer Gotlieb Samet & Co.
Shnitzer Gotlieb Samet & Co.‘s capital markets department assists a variety of clients with IPOs, capital and debt raisings, mergers and acquisitions, and debt settlements. Team lead Dudu Ben Yaish is notably active, acting for companies from the industry, real estate, and life sciences sectors. Handling IPOs and debt raisings, Ori Gotlieb is another key contact.
Responsables de la pratique:
Dudu Ben Yaish
Autres avocats clés:
Ori Gotlieb; Daniel Lippmann
Principaux clients
PIE SIAM LTD
MENIF – FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD
POLYRAM PLASTIC INDUSTRIES LTD
HAMAT GROUP LTD
PRASHKOVSKY INVESTMENTS AND CONSTRUCTION LTD
G.WILLI-FOOD INTERNATIONAL LTD
SHAGRIR GROUP VEHICLE SERVICES LTD
MYDAS REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS LTD
NETANEL GROUP LTD
BONEI HATICHON CIVIL ENGINEERING & INFRASTRUCTURESLTD
ETGA GROUP LTD
WILK TECHNOLOGIES LTD
TGI INFRASTRUCTURES LTD
LACHISH INDUSTRIES LTD.
IES HOLDINGS LTD.
WIND BUZZ TECHNOLOFIES LTD.
E.S. AUSTRALIA ISRAEL HOLDINGS LTD
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Netanel Group Ltd. on the process of splitting the activity in which the company is acting to separate its income-producing real estate activity from its entrepreneurial real estate activity.
- Advised Prashkovsky Investments and Construction Ltd. on the development and construction of residential construction projects, rental properties in Israel along with income-producing real estate both in Israel and the US.
Weksler, Bregman & Co., Advocates
Weksler, Bregman & Co., Advocates‘ capital markets team consistently advises on debt and equity capital markets transactions, including IPOs and capital raisings, while also providing comprehensive regulatory advice. The team is particularly active in assisting clients in the real estate sector, where practice co-head Ofer Yankovich notably represents Africa Israel Group. Fellow co-head Eran Shuster is the go-to choice for a litany of companies traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, advising on capital raising processes, bond issuances and debt arrangements.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ofer Yankovich; Eran Shuster
Principaux clients
Africa Israel Residences Ltd.
Afi Properties Ltd
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Ltd (Tase)
The Tel – Aviv Stock Exchange Clearing House Ltd
Maof Clearing House Ltd
Top Ramdor Systems And Computers (1990) Ltd.
Elmor Electricity Installations And Services (1986) Ltd.
Inter Gamma Investment Company Ltd.
Rapac Communication & Infrastructure Ltd.
Ort Technologies Ltd.
Matrix It Ltd.
Almogim Holdings Ltd.
Property And Building Corp. Ltd.
Lapidoth Capital Ltd.
Big Shopping Centres Ltd.
Ofek Shely Entrepreneurship Ltd.
Suny Cellular Communication Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Ltd., a public company traded on TASE, on its buyback and a special Buyback stock purchases, up to a total amount of NIS190m.
- Advised Rapac, a public company traded on TASE, on a transaction for the sale of its holdings in Rapac Energy Ltd.
- Advised Ofek Shelly Entrepreneurship Ltd., an Israeli company engaged in the development, construction and marketing of residential projects, on the IPO of debentures.