The dispute resolution group at Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano & Co is commended by sources for its ‘laser-sharp and uncompromising analysis of cases’. A popular choice to advise on high-stakes disputes, including multi-jurisdictional matters, the group’s industry expertise spans all of Israel’s key economic sectors. The sizeable department is co-led by Giora Erdinast, who is widely acclaimed as ‘one of the best litigators in Israel’; Tomer Weissman, who is dual-qualified in Israel and New York, which marks him as a key contender for cross-border matters; and Ran Sprinzak, who maintains a comprehensive litigation practice encompassing corporate disputes, class actions and administrative petitions, among other areas. Also recommended are Yuval Naim, Naama Ehrlich, Efrat Rosner and Almog Gil-Or.
Dispute resolution: local litigation and arbitration in Israel
Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano & Co
Responsables de la pratique:
Giora Erdinast; Ran Sprinzak; Tomer Weissman
Autres avocats clés:
Efrat Rosner; Naama Ehrlich; Yuval Naim; Almog Gil-Or; Arik Brenneisen; Hadas Bekel; John Alkalak
Les références
‘EBN litigation lawyers appear before me in various cases and I am always highly impressed with their level of professionalism and detail-oriented approach to every case. They are always well prepared and leave no stone unturned when it comes to legal research and arguments.’
‘Giora Erdinast is one of the best litigators in Israel. The breadth of Giora’s practice is outstanding, and he is a true master in the art of litigation. Ran Sprinzak is a brilliant and impressive litigator: extremely smart and persuasive with a very profound understanding of both the law and of the cases he handles.’
‘Tomer Weissman is convincing because of his integrity, attention to detail and flawless legal reasoning. Hadas Bekel is an excellent litigator and one of the most experienced class action lawyers in Israel. Naama Ehrlich is a rising star in the litigation field in Israel. She has a brilliant legal mind and is very detail-oriented.’
Principaux clients
Joint Stock Company Commercial Bank PrivatBank
Qualcomm
Sotheby’s
NSO Group Technologies
Q Cyber Technologies
The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust
Edmond de Rothschild Group
The majority holders of the Tamar natural gas reservoir (Isramco, Tamar Petroleum, Dor Gas and Everest)
Seagate Technology
Israel Aerospace Industries
Agence France-Presse, AFP
NICE Systems
Allied Group
Bank Hapoalim
Bank Mizrahi Tefahot
Bezeq the Israeli Telecommunication Corp
Directors and officers of the Better Place Group, including the CEO of Better Place Israel
Israeli Electric Corporation
Nesher – Israel Cement Enterprises
UVDA; Keshet Broadcasting
Mr. Haim Gavrieli and Bright Food Group
Moti Ben Moshe – the former controlling shareholder of IDB Development; controlling shareholder of Alon-Blue Square
Michael Mirilashvili
Mr. Micha Levi
Leumi Partners, the Tene Investments Funds and Kibbutz Hanita
Klirmark Capital
Derech Eretz Highways Management Corporation
Mr. Ron Itzhaki
Sabre Corporation
Tene Investments Funds
Apax Partners
EdF Renewables Israel
Electra Infrastructure
Shikun & Binui
HarTech Technologies
Principaux dossiers
- Representing PrivatBank in a $600m lawsuit filed in Israel against its former owners, their supporters and Israeli Discount Bank.
- Representing two officers of Klirmark Capital, which was a shareholder of Ortam Sahar, in a claim concerning the collapse of the company in 2016.
- Representing the investment banking group, Edmond de Rothschild, in a dispute with a former client, regarding the loss of $26m in an investment that was allegedly solicited by a former employee of Rothschild.
FISCHER (FBC & Co.)
A popular choice for multinational corporations, FISCHER (FBC & Co.) ‘understands international law and cross-cultural differences’. Significantly, it continues to grow its portfolio of international clients and added major names in the technology and energy spheres over the past year. The group also enjoys strong links with leading Israeli companies, financial institutions, and public-sector entities. Widely recognised as a ‘great litigator’, Gil Orion combines strength in commercial litigation, securities law matters and arbitrations; he co-heads the department alongside seasoned expert Reuven Behar. The group also draws on antitrust partner Tamar Turjeman-Kedem; IP co-head Yael Riemer; Tal Wiesengrun, who is a ‘focused and strategic litigator’; and corporate and securities litigation specialists Meital Ben-Basat and Oded Revivo. Senior associate Chen Cohen is also recommended.
Responsables de la pratique:
Gil Orion
Autres avocats clés:
Reuven Behar; Tamar Turjeman-Kedem; Yael Riemer; Tal Wiesengrun; Noa Barhum; Meital Ben-Basat; Oded Revivo; Chen Cohen
Les références
‘The partners mastered different legal fields and exhibited superb writing and oral skills. They demonstrated knowledge and talent and performed diverse and challenging legal work. It is regarded as one of the leading law firms in Israel and its disputes team produces thorough, perceptive and creative advice.’
‘Gil Orion is a great litigator. He is professional and creative.’
‘Tal Wiesengrun and Yael Riemer are both top-notch lawyers who are extremely thoughtful and thorough, along with being able to represent us to the best of their abilities as to how we would want to be represented. They understood our position and in turn performed with their best efforts.’
Principaux clients
Google LLC
Roadget Business (SHEIN)
PayPal
Meta Platforms
Intel Corporation
IGORnorstaraltitude Israel & Co.
ANI Pharmaceuticals
Perrigo Company
Strauss Group
Samsung Electronics
State of Israel
The Knesset, the Israeli Parliament
Ayalon Insurance Company
Migdal Insurance; Financial Holdings and Insurance
Clal Insurance Enterprises Holdings
Kia Motors
Airlines – e.g.: Lufthansa, Swissair, Delta Air Lines, British Airways, Ryanair
Cross River Bank
Mr. Igor Kolomoyski (a well-known European Tycoon)
Norstar Holdings
Israeli Banks: Bank Discount| Mizrahi-Tefahot| Leumi
Starwood Hotels & Resorts (Marriott)
Association of Country Builders
Sonol Israel
Tidhar Harel Menivim the logistics park in Akko Limited Partnership
Gan Reuven
The General Cooperative Workers Company in Eretz Israel Ltd (a company fully owned by the Histadrut)
Negev Ecology
Claridge Israel & ION Asset Management
KT Squared
David Michakashvili, Liora Michakashvili and Roni Krinsky (Michakashvili)
Exonmedia
K.M. Company Medaf 3 Ltd (Hanan-Mor Group – Ahzakot and Harel Insurance and Finance Company partnership)
Brooklinen
The American Israeli Gas Company (“Amisragas”)
SixAI
Scailex Corporation
Eilat Ashkelon Infrastructure Services (EAIS)
Ortam Sahar Engineering
The Company for the Management of the Remuneration and Pension Fund of Employees of the Jewish Agency for Israel
Altitude Investments
Alon Blue Square Israel
Nesher Israel Cement Enterprises
Delek Drilling
Ford Motor Company
Tower Semiconductor
Hyundai Motors
AFI Residential
Shuval Eyal Leisrael
Dor Alon Energy in Israel (1988)
Michlol Funding
IDE Holdings
iForex Holding
Shikun & Binui Arison Group
Energy: Alon the Israeli Gas Company; The Paz Group
Danya Cebus
EDF Renewal Energies
Mr. Meni Weitzman
Principaux dossiers
- Advising EAIS (a state-owned company engaged in energy projects), as one of the plaintiffs, in an international dispute between Dorad shareholders over breach of fiduciary duty by the defendants.
- Representing Mr Igor Kolomoyski, a former controlling shareholder of PrivatBank, in an action filed against him by PrivatBank, as part of a multinational dispute.
- Representing the Israeli branch of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu in several proceedings relating to Deloitte’s former auditees, including a class action filed by an investor, a lawsuit filed by a court-appointed trustee, and in the framework of insolvency investigations.
Meitar Law Offices
Meitar Law Offices’ full-service dispute resolution practice is equipped to handle major disputes across all contentious spheres, including corporate, commercial, mass torts, white-collar crime and administrative law. The firm’s enviable stable of multinational clients, together with its robust international experience, also ensures that it is routinely engaged on cross-border proceedings. In a headline-grabbing recent case, Nadav Weisman is representing (pro bono) the Israel Bar Association on filing a petition with the Supreme Court against the Israeli Government, which aims to challenge a recent amendment to Israel’s Basic Law: The Judiciary. Weisman co-heads the department together with Eyal Rosovsky, who has ‘palatial knowledge of Israeli law’, and go-to litigator Israel Leshem. Other key contacts include cross-border litigation specialist Or Baron Gil; class actions partner, Ron Peleg; Liran Bar-Shalom; and Ali Bursztyn.
Responsables de la pratique:
Nadav Weisman; Eyal Rozovsky; Israel Leshem
Autres avocats clés:
Yoav Oestreicher; Ariel Rakover; Ron Peleg; Ali Bursztyn; Liran Bar-Shalom; Or Baron Gil; Adi Fremder
Les références
‘We value the team for the great collaboration between the firm’s different departments resulting in a high-quality, innovative and comprehensive product, which strongly supports our business.’
‘Nadav Weisman is undoubtedly my first-choice litigator in Israel! His ability to deeply understand the specific needs of our business, as an international company with large-scale and complex projects in Israel, and to tailor solutions is extremely valuable. Nadav is impressively experienced in many areas of the law.’
‘As a litigator in court, Nadav Weisman is an asset – always thoroughly prepared for every scenario and gets the full attention of the court while arguing the case. I’m proud to work with Nadav and I have no doubt that he is a top-tier lawyer!’
Principaux clients
Israel Bar Association, and the President of the Bar
IBM
Alstom Transport.
Meta Platforms | Meta Platforms Ireland
Bazan (Oil Refineries)
Mizrahi Tefahot Bank
AKA Development and Construction
KKL-JNF
Pelephone Communications
Ispro The Israel Properties Rental Corp
Fiverr
ASTC Asian Service Trade Control
Principaux dossiers
- Representing (pro bono) the Israel Bar Association, and the President of the Association, on filing a petition with the Supreme Court against the Knesset, the Israeli Government, and the Constitution, Law and Justice Committee of the Knesset, which aims to challenge a recent amendment to Israel’s Basic Law: The Judiciary.
- Representing Stratasys in an action brought by shareholder, Nano, revolving around Stratasys’ shareholder rights plan and Nano’s attempted acquisition of Stratasys’ shares, which marks the first time an Israeli court has ruled on rights plan validity under Israeli law.
- Representing Aka Entrepreneurship and Real Estate and Mr Eli Klein in arbitration proceedings addressing a dispute among shareholders of Aka Romema Illit Entrepreneurship regarding a Jerusalem real estate project.
S. Horowitz & Co
A destination practice for dispute resolution, S. Horowitz & Co stands out for the breadth of its offering, with the ability to draw on specialists in commercial litigation, construction disputes, administrative law cases, energy matters, IP litigation and arbitration, among other areas. Names to note include high-profile joint practice heads Alex Hertman, who ‘stands out for his impeccable reputation’, and Yehoshua Horesh, who ‘may be the top litigator in Israel’. Other recommended practitioners are Ehud Arzi, who enjoys particularly strong relationships with banks and financial services companies; Eliya Zunz Koller, who specialises in administrative law cases; Benjamin Sheffer, who is highly regarded for contentious infrastructure matters; IP litigator Avi Ordo; and Noam Zamir, who possesses a ‘brilliant legal mind’.
Responsables de la pratique:
Alex Hertman; Yehushua Horesh
Autres avocats clés:
Ehud Arzi; Eliya Zunz Koller; Avi Ordo; Uriel Prinz; Marina Roizer; Gilad Katz; Noam Zamir; Guy Wertheim; Eyal Doron; Ron Libson; Benjamin Sheffer; Eran Bezalel
Les références
‘The service given is of the highest level. The first thing to point out is the team’s uncompromising professionalism, coupled with the highest level of skill and competence. Lawyers demonstrate deep knowledge, both of all the relevant legal issues and of the business environment in which we operate.’
‘Yehoshua Horesh is maybe the top litigator in Israel. Very experienced, very sharp and very smart.’
‘A team that stands out for its legal analysis, which ranks among the top in Israel. Excellent reputation and good relations with ecosystem.’
Principaux clients
Google LLC
Google Israel
YouTube
Wix.com
Taboola.com
Lusha Systems
SMET – Groundwater Technics
IDE Technologies and S.M.S IDE
ICL – Dead Sea Works (a subsidiary of I.C.L. Group)
Shikun & Binui – Solel Boneh Infrastructures
Israel Electric Corporation
Shapir Civil and Marine Engineering & Shapir Impresa Pizzarotti & C. S.p.A
Energean Israel, Energean E&P Holdings
Paz Oil Company
The First International Bank of Israel
Mizrahi-Tefahot Bank
Bank Hapoalim
Israel Discount Bank
Minrav Group/ Minrav Engineering and Construction
Fahn Kanne Grant Thornton
Readymix Industries (Israel)
China State Engineering Construction Corporation
Electra Group
Electra Infrastructure
Electra Elco C&S
Ponevezh Yeshiva and Rabbi Eliezer Cahanman
Etzei Haim Kdushat Yom Tov – Hasidim of the Rebbe of Satmar
The Weizmann Institute of Science and Yeda Research & Development Co.
Dubek
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Lusha Systems, and two other defendants, in a lawsuit filed by Plus Ventures, and two other investors, claiming that Lusha’s product and technology was unlawfully obtained from a different company they had invested in.
- Representing Kiryat Hatikshuv Hatechnologit BaNegev (Shikun & Binui), the concessionaire in the Kiryat Hatikshuv Hatechnologit Project, in disputes against the Ministry of Defence.
Agmon with Tulchinsky Law Firm
Agmon with Tulchinsky Law Firm’s dispute resolution team is distinguished by its strong skill sets in energy and financial services, where it can leverage the wider firm’s dominant offerings in oil and gas law and banking regulation. Other areas of activity include class and derivative actions, and administrative law cases. A trio of seasoned litigators helm the group: Zvi Agmon can turn his hand to high-stakes cases in any field; Tal Mayshar leads the litigation and class actions practice; while Yoav Hirsh ‘never forces the client to accept his opinion’. Additional key contacts include corporate litigator Uri Sorek; energy and infrastructure-focused Yonatan Kehat; and Hilla Peleg, who maintains a comprehensive commercial litigation practice.
Responsables de la pratique:
Zvi Agmon; Tal Mayshar; Yoav Hirsch
Autres avocats clés:
Uri Sorek; Yonatan Kehat; Hilla Peleg; Dana Hen; Zeev Gutreich; Roni Munk; Einat Cherki; Isaac Marciano; Amit Hirsch
Les références
‘The team demonstrates quick understanding of disputes which involve advanced knowledge in other fields such as civil engineering.’
‘I appreciate Yoav Hirsh’s work because of his quick responses to, and good understanding of, the demands of the client. He provides professional suggestions but never forces the client to accept his opinion. He strikes a good balance between professional suggestions and the demands of the client.’
Principaux clients
Noble Energy Mediterranean and Delek Drilling
Melisron
Hapoalim Bank
Delek Group
Yigal Dimri and Shaked Partners Fund
Tadiran Batteries
NewMed Energy (formerly Delek Drilling)
Delek Israel
Isracard
Equital
Union Bank of Israel
Stone Mining
IPC Jerusalem
Rami Levi Chain Stores Hshkm Mktg2006
Malam Systems
Yahel Engineering
Shapir Industries
Nitsba Holdings 1995
Amazon
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Noble Energy (now Chevron) and NewMed Energy (formerly Delek Drilling), as plaintiffs, in a complaint against the Ministry of Energy for the restitution of royalties paid by the plaintiffs to the MoE.
- Representing Isracard in a lawsuit it filed against more than 70 defendants relating to hundreds of fraudulent transactions.
- Representing the Kineret Group in an appeal to the Supreme Court relating to its rights in the Poriya quarry.
Arnon, Tadmor-Levy
Appreciated for its ‘hands-on attitude and result-driven approach’, Arnon, Tadmor-Levy’s group is well-positioned to handle a broad spread of civil and commercial litigation. The team is arguably best-known for its dominant class actions practice, but its recent activity also spans shareholder disputes, arbitration proceedings, IP litigation, privacy matters and administrative law cases, among others. According to some, Barak Tal is ‘one of the best litigators in Israel’, particularly in the areas of class and derivative actions. The group also includes Ruth Loven, who has a prominent record in large-scale cases; Assaf Priel, who ‘thinks on his feet’; Nir Kehat, who contributes extensive experience in administrative law disputes; and Dror Varsano.
Autres avocats clés:
Barak Tal; Ruth Loven; Dror Varsano; Hanital Belinson Navon; Nir Kehat; Assaf Priel; Orna Sasson; Sagi Schiff; Roey Sasson; Tomer Bar-Nathan
Les références
‘We value the team for its outstanding litigation skills and extremely talented lawyers.’
‘Barak Tal is one of Israel’s leading litigators for class actions and commercial disputes and he is dedicated to his client’s case and achievements.’
‘An excellent team, very professional, very ethical, very “gentlemanly”. Especially known for representing defendants in class actions.’
Principaux clients
Cloudflare
YSB Group – MenoleadHerut Systems
Tzevet – Irgun Gimlaey Tzahal
Holmes Place International
Herzog Fox & Neeman
Google LLC
BMW
Cellcom
YouTube
Waze Mobile
El Al Israel Airlines
CAL – Israel Credit Cards
Tnuva
Shikun & Binui
Minrav Engineering and Construction
Meitav Dash Investments
Phoenix Insurance Company
Harel Insurance Company
Egged Workers’ Pension Fund
Siemens AG group, Siemens Industry Software Solutions & Siemens Israel
NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System
Max it Finance (Formerly known as Leumi Card)
The Publicly Traded Hagag Group (including the Yail Company), its controlling shareholders Messrs. Ido and Tzahi Hagag; and Hagag, Buchnik, Weinstein & Co. Law Offices
Assuta Medical Center
Cross Israel Highway
Dimri, Mishab, Mivne Ofir
Friedman Hachshori Engineering and Construction Company
Paz Oil Company
LVMH Moet Hennesey
SIPG – Shanghai International Port (Group) Co.
Bank Leumi le-Israel, Israel Discount Bank, Bank Hapoalim First International Bank of Israel
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Vadim Solovey and Yoav Toussia-Cohen, officers of DoiT International, in a claim initiated by former shareholders of the company.
- Represented television creator and producer, Hagai Levi, in an ongoing dispute regarding the copyright of the TV series ‘Betipul’ (‘In Treatment’).
- Represented Booking.com in a claim filed against it, and 19 international companies, concerning privacy matters.
Berkman & Co
A dispute resolution boutique, Berkman & Co stands out for its ‘thorough and determined team’. The firm’s exclusive focus on contentious work pays dividends in a broad case list that encompasses commercial litigation, shareholder disputes, class and derivative actions, and arbitration and mediation proceedings, among other work. Founding partner Ron Berkman is a key contact for complex cases and co-heads the department together with administrative law specialist Nachum Kubovsky and Gilad Porat, who brings to the table significant expertise in international disputes. The group also draws on Elad Chen, Yair Leder and Roy Berkman — all of whom handle civil and commercial litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ron Berkman; Nachum Kubovsky; Gilad Porat
Autres avocats clés:
Elad Chen; Yair Leder; Roy Berkman; Shachar Haselkorn
Les références
‘A thorough and determined team. It never gives up.’
‘Lawyers are very helpful and professional.’
Principaux clients
Israel Chemicals Group
Edeltech Group
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Messer’s Moshe and Mandy Gertner
Mr. Haim Taib and a controlled company
Controlling shareholders of Eitan Medical
Acro Real Estate Group
Infin Capital
Group of directors (Kibbutzim) in Tnuva Group
Orgenesis
Mr. Nahum Bitan, Controlling Shareholder in Yenot Bitan Retail Chain
Messers’ Keidan Dahari & Yaron Adiv, owners of Tnuport Yielding Properties
Spacecom
Dow Group
Mr. Ilan Ben Dov
Mr. Lev Leviev, together with companies under his control
Infindat
Delloitte Touche Israel
Mr. Oved Anter and companies under his control
Soda Stream (of the Pepsico Group)
Gazit Globe Group
Pelephone Communications
The Brown Family
Controlling shareholders of B.S.R Europe
Nakash Family and Ampa Group
Electra Construction (of the Electra Group)
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Israel Chemicals Group in a $300m claim against IBM, and also in IBM’s $35m counterclaim against Israel Chemicals Group, arising from the cessation by IBM of a global SAP project across Israel Chemical’s worldwide subsidiaries.
- Represented Moshe and Mandy Gertner in a $1.5bn dispute with Dan Gertler, as well as in a $15m claim against the Stambler family in relation to joint real estate projects in Poland.
- Represented Haim Taib, founder of Mitrelli Group and president and founder of Menomadin Foundation, in a dispute with his former partner, Eytan Stibbe, concerning a foreign joint business venture.
Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.
Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.’s newly merged dispute resolution practice demonstrates particular strength in corporate litigation, with a notable emphasis on shareholder disputes. Among its other areas of activity, the team handled a steady stream of tax disputes, misrepresentation matters, IP litigation, and real estate disputes, among other issues. Recommended practitioners include firm vice-chair Zvi Bar-Nathan, who is highly regarded for arbitration and mediation proceedings, as well as litigation; Hagit Blaiberg, who handles complex arbitral and judicial disputes, including class actions; Aaron Michaeli, who specialises in corporate litigation, class actions and derivative suits; class actions specialist Yehuda Rosenthal; and the ‘insightful and knowledgeable’ Michael Ginsburg. Jeremy Benjamin and Yori Nehushtan are also noted.
Responsables de la pratique:
Zvi Bar-Nathan; Hagit Blaiberg; Aaron Michaeli; Moshe Mazor; Benjamin Rotenberg
Autres avocats clés:
Yehuda Rosenthal; Moti Arad; Yigal Kava; Daphna Kapeliuk; Michael Ginsburg; Yori Nehushtan; Giora Ben-Tal; Eitan Rotschild; Adi Yogev; Shai Erez; Jeremy Benjamin; Maya Nusbaum Rapaport
Les références
‘The team displayed very high competency in all relevant legal matters, along with clear understanding of the business environment we operate in, and the implications of the legal activities on our business operations. Great team work – internally and with us as a client, to make sure topics are advanced.’
‘The service that I received was amazing. The team was dedicated at all times. Lawyers looked for creative, smart and intelligent solutions to suit my preferences. They also were very human and supportive all the way.’
‘Zvi Bar-Nathan is one of the leading international arbitration practitioners in Israel. He is fair, efficient, has common sense, and is uniquely knowledgeable about Israeli arbitration law. Zvi Bar-Nathan knows arbitration and is a very effective arbitrator, who understands the case put before him immediately.’
Principaux clients
Google, including YouTube.
Various companies of the Credit Suisse group: Credit Suisse(UK), Credit Suisse Fund Administration and Credit Suisse Investment Services (Cayman), Credit Suisse US Securities LLC
Coca Cola Israel (The Central Bottling Company),
Israel Railways
Murchinson
Fahn Kanne & Co. Grant Thornton Israel
Nestlé
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries
Goldman Sachs & Co.
Ziv Haft Trusts and Holdings 2003
PJSC Aeroflot – Russian Airlines (Aeroflot)
Shufersal
The Phoenix Group
MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company
Applied Materials
AIG
Netivei Ayalon Co. (Ayalon Highways)
Shapir Civil and Marine Engineering
The El Al Company
Alonyal, McDonald’s Israel
Hamashbir 365 Holdings (Hamashbir Lazarchan)
Keshet Broadcasting (Keshet 12)
Canada Israel Group
Eilat Ashkelon Pipeline Company (EAPC)
The Central Distribution Company
VTB Bank / BM – Bank (Bank of Moscow)
Fortissimo Capital
Sint Maarten Telephone Company
Tidhar Development and Investment
Jafora Tabori
Tempo Marketing (1981)
Mey Eden Production (2007)
IMI Systems (formerly Israel Military Industries)
Tel Aviv – Yafo Municipality
Rosario Capital
U. Dori Group, and its senior executives
Dorad Energy
Dalia Power Energies
NMC/ Hed Arzi Music
Alon Israel Oil Company
Tadiran Consumer and Technology Products
Newpan
Orbs
IBBL Spirit
Rotshtein Real Estate
Alrov Real Estate and Hotels,
Mr. Ilan Katzens, CEO of Golden Arm Manpower
Nassar Stone and General Contracting
ELA Recycling Corporation
Gutgold Gideon
Eko Alfa
Hallo 015
W&S Technology Partners
Mr. Ran Shtarkmanm, former CEO of Plaza Centers
Forex Capital Markets
ACUM
Orasis Pharmaceuticals
Exalink
G-ILS Transportation
Senso Optics
Syneron Candela
Scisparc
Horizon Gold Investments
Shookit
Olam International
Mashcal
Various Municipal Authorities in Israel
Gree Electric Appliances of Zhuhai
Mr. Maor Lahav, Co-Founder & COO at Panda Trading Applications (DBA Panda TS)
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Murchinson, as an activist shareholder, in a struggle for control of American-Israeli Nano Dimension.
- Representing non-profit ACUM in an appeal to the Supreme Court contesting a decision by the Israel Tax Authority to view ACUM as a corporate entity with ownership rights over the copyrighted materials it administers for authors, composers and music publishers in Israel.
- Representing Teva Pharmaceutical Industries in two tax litigation cases before the Supreme Court involving a unique Israeli taxation mechanism.
Gornitzky & Co.
Commended as being ‘highly respected by the judicial system and its judges’, Gornitzky & Co.’s dispute resolution group is equipped to handle high-stakes cases in the commercial, civil and administrative law fields. Considered by some as a ‘strategic genius’, group head Ofer Tzur continues to raise his profile in the market and was at the helm for several key matters over the past year, including representing Property and Building Corp and Hadarim Properties in a multimillion-dollar dispute with Mega Or Holdings and Big Shopping Centers. Other experienced partners include firm chairman Pinhas Rubin; Kfir Yadgar, who possesses niche expertise in hospitality and transport-related matters; and commercial litigator Ofer Fleischer. The team also draws on Shirin Gabbay-Metzger, Eli Cohen and ‘creative’ senior associate Inbal Ronel.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ofer Tzur
Autres avocats clés:
Pinhas Rubin; Kfir Yadgar; Eli Cohen; Maya Sabari; Ofer Fleischer; Shirin Gabbay-Metzger; Itzik Lazar; Inbal Ronel; Ilana Zibenberg
Les références
‘Ofer Fleischer is professional, thorough, with the ability to get down to details, while understanding the whole. Ofer is also balanced, careful, with excellent personal skills and legal understanding. Inbal Ronel assists very thoroughly, is very helpful, professional, sharp, has impressive drafting skills and creative thinking.’
‘As the GC of a public company, I received a recommendation to retain Kfir Yadgar and Ofer Fleischer to represent our company in a commercial dispute. There was no doubt from the beginning that Kfir and Ofer were top-notch attorneys. Every course of action they took enabled our company to prevail.’
‘Gornitzky & Co.’s litigation department is excellent. The department’s lawyers are professional, highly experienced and provide their clients with the best professional service 24/7. The litigation’s lawyers demonstrate full dedication to their clients. They are highly respected by the judicial system and its judges.’
Principaux clients
Priority Group
Property and Building Corp. (PBC), a member of the IDB Group
Attorneys Ori Arad and Guy Yuval
IDE Water Assets
All Year Holdings
Robert Bosch
Siemens Energy.
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev; BGN Technologies
The late attorney, Dr. Jacob Weinroth, via his heirs
Officers of Discount Investment Corporation
Kartashov
Dizengoff Trade
Intercure
Cost 365 in liquidation
Delek Group
Principaux dossiers
- Represented the IDE group in dismissing a petition and a request for interim injunctions filed against it resulting from its win of a tender worth billions of NIS for water desalination in the Western Galilee.
- Represented the Israeli secured bondholders of US-based All Year Holdings in a cross-border insolvency case, where its clients’ combined debt was $460m.
- Represented Robert Bosch in a claim filed by the State of Israel against Volkswagen and Audi, and their importers to Israel, in a lawsuit forming part of the worldwide Dieselgate scandal.
Herzog Fox & Neeman
A ‘local champion in Israel with a global outreach’, Herzog Fox & Neeman finds favour for its international reputation, which marks it as a key partner to multinational clients, particularly in the tech sector. The team also enjoys close relationships with high-profile domestic names, including banks, corporations and individual shareholders. Joseph Ashkenazi, noted as an ‘outstanding and to-the-point litigator’, co-heads the group together with Gilad Wekselman, whose practice spans civil and commercial disputes. Also recommended are David Zailer, Roni Libster, Shai Kagan and next-generation partner Yotam Blaushild. In 2023, the department was reinforced by the arrival of an eight-partner litigation team from Balter, Guth, Aloni & Co, including Guy Nee’man and Lilach Keynan — both of whom have extensive expertise in corporate and economic litigation.
Responsables de la pratique:
Joseph Ashkenazi; Gilad Wekselman
Autres avocats clés:
David Zailer; Guy Ne’eman; Lilach Keynan; Shai Kagan; Yotam Blaushild; Roni Libster; Yaniv Dinovitch; Haim Machluf; Yotam Blaushild
Les références
‘The team is varied and multidisciplinary which makes it a one-stop-shop for all our legal matters. Furthermore, it often works closely with various consultants in fields that are relevant to the subject matter. These co-operations lead them to provide the best legal advice that will ultimately win legal battles for clients.’
‘Joseph Ashkenazi is an outstanding and to-the-point litigator and arbitration practitioner. He is very experienced, professional, pragmatic and always in control of the proceedings. His strategic thinking, responsiveness and solution-solving approach sets him apart. Moreover, he is extremely well-connected.’
‘Although Guy Ne’eman is a litigator at heart, he has an incredible business understanding. This allows him to see the bigger picture and come up with practical solutions, which later turn out to be cost-effective for me as a client.’
Principaux clients
Israel Discount Bank
Meta (Facebook)
Israel Electric Corporation
Accelmed International Foundation (Dr. Uri Geiger, Managing Partner)
Yahoo, Yahoo EMEA
Airbnb Travel, LLC; Airbnb Stays, Inc.; Airbnb Ireland UC
INEOS Enterprises
MSC and ASSET Group
A. Akirov/Alrov Group
Rani Zim Shopping Centres
Keystone Israel Fund
The Company for Economic & Cultural Project for State Workers
Mega Or Holdings
TPG Inertia Holdings
MECS
Premium (P.I.H) Holdings (Rinot)
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Alrov Properties and Lodgings in a petition for approval of a derivative claim regarding the NIS752m purchase of Clal Insurance shares by Alrov Real Estate.
- Representing Yahoo, Airbnb, Netflix, Next and Twitter in a civil claim for injunctive relief requiring various multinational companies to register their databases in Israel in accordance with the Israeli Protection of Privacy Law.
- Representing Israel Discount Bank in a $600m claim filed against it by Ukraine-based PrivatBank, which concerns the alleged use of a certain bank account at Discount Bank in support of a fraud scheme.
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co demonstrates ‘an emphasis on reflecting a reliable and precise picture’, according to sources. The team is well-versed across a range of commercial, administrative and cross-border litigation, with strong recent activity in the real estate, energy and technology spheres. Ram Jeanne possesses ‘strong strategic ability’ and heads a group that draws on a growing pool of younger partners, including Gidon Even-Or, Roey Dotan and the recently promoted partner, Ronen Apt.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ram Jeanne
Autres avocats clés:
Baruch Katzman; Yaron Reiter; Igal Doron; Oded Gross; Dana Battat; Yaniv Dekel; Gidon Even-Or; Roey Dotan; Ronen Apt
Les références
‘I work with other law firms for ongoing activity, but I will always choose AYR for strategic and high-impact issues, due to its abilities, very thorough work, creative thinking and very high working standards and ethics. ’
‘Both Ram Jeanne and Ronen Apt can be reached at any given time and provide very high availability service. Ram is a very experienced lawyer with strong strategic ability and long-term thinking. His recommendations are very precise, reasoned and have a crucial impact on our decision making.’
‘I have been working with AYR for the last five years. We maintain very tight and intensive co-operation with Ronen Apt in the areas of litigation. AYR has an emphasis on reflecting a reliable and precise picture, which enables us to develop a realistic decision-making process.’
Principaux clients
Shufersal
Shapir
Israel Electric Corporation
Delek Group
Super-Pharm
Bazan
Matrix IT Ltd and John Bryce
Microsoft Corporation and Microsoft Israel
Partner Communications Company
Bank Hapoalim
America-Israel Investments
Mayer’s Group (Hertz, Kavim, Merkavim)
Allied Group
Amot Investments
General Mills Israel
Cnaan Group
Ofer Investments Group and Meilsron
Issta Lines
BST Construction
Baran Group
Waxman Govrin Geva
Pelephone Communications Company
Aspen Group
Ashot Ashkelon Industries
Malam Team
The Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation (“Kan”)
SolarEdge Technologies
Kfir – Light Rail Jerusalem
Blue Square Real Estate
Principaux dossiers
- Represented the founders of Reindeer Energy (Mr Moshe Krieger and Mr Itay Rochman) in a shareholders’ dispute against investors in the power station, including Siemens, Phoenix and Rapac Energy.
- Represented the association of Nitzanei Tuvia, and its members, in a large-scale dispute with the Israeli Land Authority, over lands worth over NIS300m.
- Represented Mr Rony Zarom in a dispute arising from a share purchase agreement.
Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.
Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.’s prominent projects offering marks it as a top choice to represent government-owned infrastructure companies in contentious matters, including Israel Electric Corporation and Netivei Israel. Other practice sweet spots include technology, real estate and shareholder disputes. Department head Zohar Lande is a ‘super-sharp litigator’. Eyal Nachshon is also recommended.
Responsables de la pratique:
Zohar Lande
Autres avocats clés:
Eyal Nachshon; Eran Winner; Adi Shoham; Gal Livshits
Les références
‘The Barnea litigation team is just outstanding. It is well known for its creativity and its ability to craft cunning legal strategies for complex disputes. From our vast experience with the firm, we are confident that it will provide the best answers, the best service, and the best outcome.’
‘Zohar Lande is a super-sharp litigator. He is undoubtedly one of the best litigators in Israel. He is ambitious and creative, demonstrates lots of charisma and charm in the court, and is very professional – with deep knowledge of various corporate and commercial matters. ’
‘An excellent firm that is able to provide solutions in many branches of the law.’
Principaux clients
Investors in Lusha
The Israel Electric Corporation
The controlling shareholder in Frutarom Industries
Eshkolot, the Society for the Performing Rights of Israeli Artists
Gindi Holdings
Phoenix Holdings
Hudson Sustainable Group
Azrieli Group
International Bank of Azerbaijan
Aviv Group
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Phoenix Group and More Investment House, as minority shareholders in Megurit, in a conflict with the majority and office holders.
- Representing the ex-investors in Lusha in a lawsuit against the founders, claiming they violated their agreement with the initial investors.
- Representing Israel Electricity Corporation In two lawsuits filed against it.
Ilan Sofer & Co.
Lawyers at Ilan Sofer & Co. ‘combine a big-picture perspective with understanding of the nuances and details’. The boutique firm continues to gain traction in the market, recently adding Hot Telecommunication Systems as a new client, where it is representing the cable TV provider in a dispute with Keshet Broadcasting. Name partner Ilan Sofer — who leads the work for Hot — handles a mix of civil, commercial and white-collar crime litigation. Elad Beker is also an experienced litigator.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ilan Sofer; Elad Beker; Guy Wilf; Jonathan Dori
Les références
‘Ilan Sofer and Jonathan Dori are talented advocates, who possess deep and wide knowledge in legal litigation, have strong availability, and are well-organized.’
‘The key partners gained many years of experience in a large firm and now manage a specialized boutique office, providing flexibility in fees and excellent representational and legal abilities, accompanied by honesty and values.’
‘In my work with Ilan Sofer and Elad Beker, I feel a personal connection, receive a quick response and appreciate their deep empathy, which is hard to find in lawyers these days.’
Principaux clients
Israel Aerospace Industries
Hot Telecommunication Systems
Neto M.E. Holdings
Israel Natural Gas Lines
Dor Alon Energy in Israel (1988)
Institute of Structural Reforms
Azorim
Shufersal
Tel Aviv Beach Plaza
Darinel Business
Pcentra
Maoz Daniel Contracting company for construction
Lesico
Dor Chemicals
Rani Zim Shopping Centers
Enav Development and Real Estate
Strategic Landscapes
SpotItEealy
Menora Mivtachim Holdings
Dorel BaNamel Partnership
Mishan Assisted Living Network
Agam Leaders Tech
Itay Reshef
Shelly Eldar
Yu PO Holdings
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Hot Telecommunication Systems in a dispute against Keshet Broadcasting.
- Representing directors in Neto Group, as well as the publicly traded company Neto ME Holdings, in several derivative and class action lawsuits filed against them.
- Representing Israel Natural Gas Lines in a petition filed to the High Court of Justice by the partners in the Tamar gas reservoir partnership and the partners in the Leviathan gas reservoir partnership, concerning the reform in the gas-flow regime.
Lipa Meir & Co
Lipa Meir & Co’s broad public sector client base, together with its dominant healthcare practice, ensure that it is well-positioned to handle administrative law litigation. However, the team is also active in commercial matters, with a focus on financial services litigation, contentious insolvency cases, real estate litigation, and shareholder disputes. Alon Pomeranc is a 30-year litigation veteran and leads a team that also draws on Erez Dar Lulu and Omer Meiri.
Responsables de la pratique:
Alon Pomeranc
Autres avocats clés:
Erez Dar Lulu; Omer Meiri; Reut Beitz; Sylvia Gal
Les références
‘An excellent, professional, creative, smart, resolution-oriented, practical, attentive, hard-working, and organized team.’
‘Lawyers stand out for their results, ability to accommodate all requests, hard-working and results-driven approach, and pleasant and down-to-earth manner.’
‘The team stands out for its strategic thinking and commitment. I worked closely with Alon Pomeranc, whose commitment, positive thinking, and legal strategy assisted in winning our case.’
Principaux clients
Israeli Ministry of Finance
Clalit Health Services
Sunny Electronics
KPMG USA
Bank Hapoalim
Discount Bank
ADM International
ADM Israel
Shikun & Binui Group
Mekorot Water Company
Israel Postal Company
Janterra Real Estate Advisors
S.F Wing 2000 Finance (kanaf) – Board of Directors
NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System
Minority shareholders of Moonlight
Uvision Air
Shaul Elovitch
Eden Bar Tal (Former Director General of the Ministry of Communications)
Schneider Electric
Sistemas Abiertos
Sokolover Family
Prashkovsky Investments and Construction
Amichai Chikli (MK from Yamina)
Gothaer Asigurari Reasigurari
Women Calling to Give Birth’ movement
The Holon Municipality
The Ashkelon Municipality
Union of Ashkelon and Lachish Region Settlements
The Fund for Land Redemption Planning and Development of Settlements
The Ariel Design and Technology Center in Samaria
Kibbutz Ramat Yochanan
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Clalit Health Services in multiple litigation proceedings, and before regulatory authorities, in various matters, including in regards to the shortening of shifts of physicians.
- Acted for Mr Eden Bar Tal, a CEO and founder of medical cannabis company, Sababa Medical, in a lawsuit against controlling shareholders and directors.
- Represented Amichai Chikli, a member of the Knesset, in a case regarding administrative laws and the constitutional rights of the members of the Israeli parliament.
M. Firon & Co Advocates and Notaries
Highlighted by sources as ‘leaders in the field of real estate’, M. Firon & Co Advocates and Notaries’ team handled a string of real estate disputes over the past year on behalf of clients such as Migdal Insurance and Dan Hotels. The group also exhibited adept handling of shareholder, energy and infrastructure litigation, among others. Head of the firm Zvi Firon possesses deep experience in both judicial and arbitral disputes. David Hamou and Ronen Ketzef are also noted.
Responsables de la pratique:
Zvi Firon; David Hamou
Autres avocats clés:
Ronen Ketzef; Oren Tenenboim; Nir Perets; Rona Zamshteigman; Danny Freiman; Matan Spektor
Les références
‘The partners we work with ensure that legal issues are identified and addressed in a proactive and strategic manner. Their proactive approach to identifying and mitigating potential issues is particularly impressive, and they demonstrate a strong ability to navigate complex legal landscapes with ease.’
‘David Hamou is a very skilled litigator, with deep knowledge of construction litigation which gives him a very broad and deep understanding of our business and the way to tackle the disputes. David has the ability to look into all details, but not to ignore the entire picture.’
‘Ronen Ketzef is a very experienced and talented litigator. He understands the business and the commercial interests, and also masters the legal aspects. He knows how to litigate and I really enjoy watching him in court.’
Principaux clients
Elbit Systems
Ashtrom Group
Diamond Star Construction and Development
Zur Shamir
Dolphin
C. Mer
Clalit health Services – Rabin Hospital
Dimri
Migdal Insurance Company
Effi Capital
Hashachal
Tamis G.R.A.N
Dan Hotels
Rav Bariach
Tel Aviv University
Veridis Environment
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Migdal Insurance Company in the defence of an NIS800m claim.
- Representing Ashtrom in a claim regarding the Eilat Airport.
- Representing Dolphin in defending against a derivative claim, which was ultimately denied in a precedent-setting ruling.
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.
Historically best-known for its contentious insurance work, Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.’s dispute resolution team continues to diversify its service offering and sources assert that its ‘problem-solving prowess shines in high-stakes litigation’. Yoav Razin spearheads the practice and has recently represented domestic and multinational clients in public tenders disputes, construction arbitration and fraud cases, among others. Other key contacts include Yaron Rossman, Elad Levi, Amit Mor, and talented up-and-coming litigator, Ram Pardes. The department was bolstered by the firm’s recent mergers with Lamay Sider Rahat Tsiddon Fink, Advocates and Notaries, and Shenhav Konforti Rotem & Co., which saw the arrivals of Itzhak Fink and Nir Shuster respectively.
Responsables de la pratique:
Yoav Razin
Autres avocats clés:
Yaron Rossman; Amit Mor; Elad Levi; Orr Amsel; Ram Pardes
Les références
‘NBA’s adaptability and problem-solving prowess shines in high-stakes litigation, marking it as distinct from many other firms. Potential clients should be aware of its depth in offering diverse legal expertise with a touch of personalization for every legal challenge and its unmatched responsiveness.’
‘Ram Pardes’ unique blend of big-picture vision and attention to detail sets him apart from many legal professionals we’ve encountered. What truly differentiates Ram from competitors is his unparalleled responsiveness, reliability, and the genuine joy he brings to collaborations.’
‘Yoav Razin is a senior litigator whose reputation precedes him. Highly experienced, Yoav’s prowess in litigation is matched by the respect he garners within the legal community. His vast knowledge, honed by years of practice, makes him an invaluable asset to any legal challenge.’
Principaux clients
Grupo TSK
Taavura Holdings
Rami Levy Hashikma Marketing
Chevron Mediterranean
ICIC – Israeli Credit Insurance Company
Alfa Duty Free
A1 Group
Hoodies
IBI Group
FIMI Opportunity Fund
SolelAben
Excel Telecom
Castro Model
Shlomo Group Shlomo Insurance
Verso Israel LLC, Verso America LLC, Designer Eyes
Gabay Group
MICT Management
PCB Technologies
Moshav Dvora Figure Settlement Cooperative
Chemi San Trade (2017) (Subsidiary of Delek San)
Gil Shwed (Founder and CEO of Check Point Software Technologies)
Mercantile Discount Bank
Mermaid Israel (1986)
Mei Avivim 2010
The Heirs of Mr. David Marcus
Leumit Health Services
Club Med SAS & Le Club Mediterranee (Israel)
Israel Union Bank
Royalty Zack Little Swiss
BST Group
Amarel
Zurich Insurance Group
Israel Union Bank
Shibolet & Co.
With experience in litigating before all levels of court, Shibolet & Co. is well-versed across the full suite of commercial, civil, administrative, and white-collar cases. The group also frequently handles arbitration and mediation proceedings, including cross-border disputes. High-profile litigator Joseph Benkel ‘sees the big picture’ and leads on many of the department’s largest matters. Other key names are Hillel Ish-Shalom, who co-heads the practice alongside Benkel, as well as Ofer Shapira, Shmuel Galinka and Ofer Larisch.
Responsables de la pratique:
Joseph Benkel; Hillel Ish-Shalom; Shmuel Galinka; Ofer Shapira
Autres avocats clés:
Dror Harpaz; Sharon Sufrin; Ofer Larisch; Eli Cohen; Nir Shamri; Elad Greiner
Les références
‘Joseph Benkel is a stand-out practitioner. His knowledge and experience of litigation across multiple jurisdictions is, to my knowledge, unparalleled. He sees the big picture, while understanding the significance of the details.’
‘Ofer Shapira is an excellent litigator.’
Principaux clients
The Teachers’ Investment Funds
Kerur Holdings Ja-Fora; Jafora Tabori
Sandlex
BettersSeeds
Dirot Yukra
Medent
Gold Bond Group
Yariv Gafni – The representative of a group of several dozen landowners from Ramat Hasharon
Avnon Holdings
James Richardson Proprietary
A.T.S Investments, Lusternik & Sons
Gualini
Arad Measuring Technologies
Aqua Maof Aquaculture Technologies
Shapir Engineering And Industry
Israel Garages Association
Dominion Global France. S.A.S.
M.G.M. (Meital) Import and Marketing|T.A.R. Ideal Concepts
Melodea
Danya Cebus
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Betterseeds in litigation initiated by a shareholder in Ilan Bio, a company that invested in Betterseeds.
- Representing Sandlex, a company incorporated under the law of Gibraltar, in bringing a lawsuit against Spanish businessman, Mr Francis Jerome Perez.
- Representing Dirot Yukra in a $220m lawsuit against Migdal Insurance Company alleging breach of contract and bad faith behaviour.
Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary
Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary maintains a robust record in contentious bankruptcy issues, where it can leverage its dominant restructuring and insolvency practice. Other key areas of focus include financial services, real estate and technology. Boaz Edelstein, Erez Haver, Sharon Lubezky-Hess and Ephraim Ofek Aharon are the names to note.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sharon Lubezky-Hess; Boaz Edelstein; Erez Haver; Ephraim Ofek Aharon
Autres avocats clés:
Moran Mordechay; Shahar Haron
Principaux clients
Abbvie Pharmaceutical
Allergan Pharmaceutical
Ayalon Insurance Company
Bank Leumi
Bank Discount
Bank Mercantile Discount
International Bank
Armon David, Datmara Investments and Tamara Palace
Aura Israel – Initiating & Investments; Aura Investments and Jacob Igal Atrakchi
Adv. Avi Hadar and Ms. Emma Inozemtseva
Azorim Investments in Development and Construction Company
Bank Hapoalim
Bank Mizrahi-Tefahot
Beeri Towers – King Solomon
Boulevard Group
Caesarea Investments
G1Shielding Technologies (part of the G1 Group)
GP Global Power
Prinir (Hadas 1987)
Optibase
Retailer Online
Rubicon Business Group
Questar (formerly SafeRide Technologies)
Tarya financial independence
Principaux dossiers
- Successfully represented Rubicon in the Supreme Court in negligence proceedings against the controlling shareholder, following the NIS302m collapse of the company.
- Represented two of the three shareholders in Azega Holdings in a battle for bankruptcy control with the remaining shareholder.
- Represented two residents in a breach of contract case concerning a building refurbishment.
Gissin & Co., Advocates
Over the past year, Gissin & Co., Advocates handled a significant volume of disputes on behalf of clients in the real estate, telecoms and technology spheres. Yoel Freilich heads a practice that is particularly well-versed in shareholder disputes, contentious insolvency work, and derivative and class actions. Guy Gissin is noted for bankruptcy cases.
Responsables de la pratique:
Yoel Freilich
Autres avocats clés:
Guy Gissin
Les références
‘It handles big cases in directors and officers’ liability. The team is very experienced.’
‘Guy Gissin is very smart and experienced. Yoel Freilich is a very powerful attorney. ’
‘Gissin & Co has a great team with strong values, integrity, professionalism and vast knowledge. It was a pleasure working with the team.’
Principaux clients
Medipower (Overseas)
Alrov Properties & Lodgings
Mr. Lewis C. Pell
Nanox Imaging
Menora Mivtachim
Afcon Holdings
Mr. Yoram Levinson (former owner at Lev baron commodities which holds 11% of Israel concrete market)
Retzef industries
Humavox
Mr. Shlomo Isaac
Shlomo SIXT Group
Ten Oil Co
Be Communications
Celcom Israel
HUB Cyber Security (Israel)
Brookland Upreal
Dr. Rom Eliaz
Urbancrop Inc.
Mr. Nisan Caspi
Mr. Ran Polyakin
Mr. Reuven Sgan Cohen
Axilion Smart Mobility
Mr. Gil Blutrich
Layam
Atlas Hotels
Zim Bahari Real-Estate
Atid Technological Colleges Network
Bonei Hatichon Civil Engineering and Infrastructures
Gefen Residential and Renewal
HBL Hadasit Bio Holdings
Brown Hotels
Principaux dossiers
- Successfully represented Medipower (Overseas) in a claim alleging unfair pricing of its IPO.
- Successfully represented Mr Lewis Pell against a law firm in a contractual dispute regarding legal fees and professional negligence.
- Represented Alrov Real Estate and Hotels, which owns approximately 15% of the issued and paid-up share capital of Clal Insurance Business Holdings, on filing a motion for discovery of documents prior to a derivative claim.
Granot Speiser Law Office
Granot Speiser Law Office’s litigation offering is closely aligned to its signature insurance practice, with the team primarily recognised for its expertise in representing insurers in complex claims. Beyond insurance, the group handles a steady stream of corporate disputes, shareholder litigation and real estate-related cases. Shai Granot spearheads a team that also draws on Tom Neumann and newly promoted partner, Sagi Sakian.
Responsables de la pratique:
Shai Granot
Autres avocats clés:
Tom Neumann; Sagi Sakian
Les références
‘The team headed by Shai Granot is a group of professionals, very accessible and quick to respond, creative, persistent and totally committed to winning cases and achieving the best results for our company.’
‘Shai Granot is a great litigator. He is very creative, committed to perfection, able to see the wide and whole picture, the interests of our group and the ones of the counterparty and navigate the case accordingly. Shai knows when and where to strike, and when and where to bypass a certain problem.’
‘A very knowledgeable and experienced team. Lawyers are attentive, responsive and creative.’
Kennedys
A global insurance powerhouse, Kennedys is acclaimed by some as the ‘market leader in insurance litigation and arbitration’. The group acts for major domestic and multinational insurers, including Migdal, Allianz and Generali, while it also acts for high-profile corporates, such as Royal Caribbean International. Zvika Zelichov and Chaim Zelichov co-head the practice.
Responsables de la pratique:
Zvika Zelichov; Chaim Zelichov
Les références
‘Market leader in insurance litigation and arbitration. Great lawyers with in-depth expertise.’
‘Zvika Zelichov has enormous experience in handling insurance matters. He is very dedicated to his clients and goes the extra mile.’
‘Zvika Zelichov is very able and practical.’
Principaux clients
Clalit Health Services
Leumit Sick Fund
Bituach Haklai Insurance Company
Sompo
AIG
Electra Group
NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System
Lloyds
Generali
Clal Insurance Company
Allianz
HDI
SCOR
Harel Insurance Company
QBE
Migdal Insurance Company
BRIT
Aviva
Tokio Marine
Inbal Insurance Company
Liberty
Beazley
Intel Corporation
Royal Caribbean International
Principaux dossiers
- Acted in a D&O claim concerning an Israeli construction company that went bankrupt and liquidators were nominated to manage its liquidation proceedings.
- Instructed to perform monitoring in relation to an NIS5bn claim that was submitted against the Israeli Electric Corporation, following the allegation that it overcharged its customers.
- Represented CNA Hardy in a claim that was submitted against it, following a robbery that occurred in Tel-Aviv, during which the contents of 74 vaults were stolen.
Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz
Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz’s thriving IP offering is reflected in its contentious work, where it is routinely engaged to handle complex IP disputes. The team is also equipped to advise on commercial disputes, securities litigation, insolvency cases and class actions, among others, with a focus on the technology, financial services, infrastructure and life sciences spheres. Benjamin Baratz and Tal Rotman co-head the department.
Responsables de la pratique:
Benjamin Baratz; Tal Rotman
Autres avocats clés:
Ofer Cohen-Zedek; Tal Ron; Refael Liba; Avraham Morel
Les références
‘I always received the right level of professionalism, coming with integrity and straightforward advice — even when I disliked it! The lawyers dealing with my case are knowledgeable and detail-oriented.’
‘My main lawyers are Refael Liba and Avraham Morel, who form a great team. Both are very precise in the details and in the building of a case, very good in presenting in court and arbitration, and strong in preparing comprehensive legal written material. Above all, they are honest and decent and became my friends!’
Principaux clients
Bit2
Hub Cyber Security
Y.LI.DA Investments
Boaz Barak
Prof. Alfred Tauber
Impertech Industries
Mr. Ran Tuttnauer
Mekorot Water Company
Mediterranean Towers
IMI Systems
The Persys Group
Risco
Family-Line Marketing (1990)
Elbit Systems
Havazelet, cultural and educational institution of Hashomer Hatzair
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Bit2c, a crypto coin exchange market, in a legal proceeding filed by it, and its CEO, regarding two breached agreements.
- Representing Hub Cyber Security in a lawsuit filed by Rotem Amfert, relating to a fire that resulted in significant damages estimated at $116m.
- Representing Professor Alfred Tauber in a claim against the Edmond de Rothschild Group and Mr Oded Zucker.
Balter, Guth, Aloni & Co
From its five offices across Israel, Balter, Guth, Aloni & Co provides extensive national coverage of contentious matters, including commercial, civil and administrative litigation. The department is led jointly by 50-year litigation veteran Moshe Balter and firm chairman Eyal Bar Eliezer, who is a ‘wise and tough negotiator’. Former department co-head Guy Nee’man and partner Lilach Keynan recently left the practice.
Responsables de la pratique:
Moshe Balter; Eyal Bar-Eliezer
Autres avocats clés:
Raanan Bar Zohar
Les références
‘The team is highly professional and, most importantly, demonstrates genuine care for clients.’
‘Eyal Bar-Eliezer is extremely experienced, with a creative legal approach coupled with a practical approach to achieving results for clients. Also an excellent strategic thinker, and a wise and tough negotiator.’
‘Raanan Bar Zohar is an off-the-charts genius with an encyclopaedic memory. A broad-thinking and creative lawyer and hard worker – will go the extra mile to research all details and possible alternatives.’
Principaux clients
Rami Levi Chain Stores Hashikma Marketing 2006
Arkia
Tnuva
Aka Investments and Initiative
Aka Development & Construction
Alrov Properties & Lodgings
Omrix Biopharmaceuticals
Pelephone
BlueGreen Water Technologies
Ampa Real Estate
Israeli Sabra and (late) Noam Bloom
A private group of distributors Vs. Dubek
Ovadia (evi) Levy Vs. Leumi Bank
Custodia di Tierra Santa
Psagot Investment House, controlled by Value Capital One
Arena Star Group
Izaki Group Investments
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Alrov Properties & Lodgings in a NIS100m claim against two insurance companies for losses caused to the group’s assets in Israel during the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Representing Rami Levi Chain Stores Hashikma Marketing 2006 in a variety of litigation procedures.
- Representing Pelephone Communications in a lawsuit against Migdal Insurance regarding the collapse of the cellular network in 2018.
ES Shimron, I Molho, Persky & Co
Arguably best known for for its record in administrative law, including constitutional litigation, ES Shimron, I Molho, Persky & Co also represents a broad range of companies, government entities and individuals in civil and commercial disputes. Michael Rabello, who specialises in constitutional and administrative law, co-heads the group alongside David Shimron.
Responsables de la pratique:
David Shimron; Michael Rabello
Autres avocats clés:
Isaac Molho; Shai Ganor; Roman Kogan; Ofek Bruck; Yitzchak Goldstein
Les références
‘A highly professional and service-oriented team, with a strong approach. Lawyers are honest and modest.’
‘Lawyers maintain very good collaboration and display patience and openness to hear our needs. Very professional.’
‘Yitzchak Goldstein and Shai Ganor are very professional, personal, and straightforward.’
Principaux clients
The State of Israel, Ministry of Justice
Likud Political Party; Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
Lexan Israel
The Salesians of Don Bosco
Old Knesset House
The United States Government
Heftziba Group
Karta Central Jerusalem Development Company
MIGAL – Galilee Research Institute
Yad Vashem
Azorim Construction (1965)
Cellcom Israel
Gal Emerald Group
Tafnit Construction Management
Ashra – The Israeli Foreign Trade Risks Insurance Corporate
Golan Telecom
Certain Underwriters at Lloyd’s; CFC Underwriting
Channel 9
The Shopping Channel
UJA New York Federation
Mr. Shalom Maidenbaum
Mr. Guy Naggar
Adv. Itamar Biton
Principaux dossiers
- Represented the Likud Party and MK Amihai Shikli in an election appeal to the Supreme Court, against the Knesset’s Central Elections Committee Chairman’s decision.
- Represented the previous owners of Lexan Israel (the owner of the Princess Hotel in Eilat) in an appeal in the Supreme Court of Israel in a breach of contract claim against Bank Hapoalim and the Isrotel hotel chain.
- Represented the Old Knesset House in civil litigation against the State of Israel seeking compensation of NIS150m for the expropriation of the client’s property.
Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM)
Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM) is set apart by its focus on international arbitration and cross-border disputes for a growing roster of multinational clients, including Barcelona Football Club and ADM International. Gideon Weinbaum, who is dual-qualified in Israel and New York, brings to bear extensive experience in representing international clients in litigation, arbitration, and mediation proceedings in Israel.
Responsables de la pratique:
Gideon Weinbaum
Principaux clients
Crestron Electronics
Barcelona Football Club
ADM International
Air Berlin PLC & Co. Luftverkehrs KG
Fresenius Medical Care
Daflog
Caixa Geral de Depósitos
Brix Software
H.R. Agencies
Tadiran Solar
Mekorot Water Company
Lehavot Advanced Fire Protection Systems
Monarch Master Funding 2 (Luxembourg)
Timon
Boldwin
Principaux dossiers
- Representing ADM International in a shareholder’s dispute with the founder of ADM’s Israeli subsidiary.
- Representing Brix Software in a dispute with an American bank, relating to the termination of the engagement between the parties and the takeover of Brix’s business by the American bank.
- Representing Fresenius Medical Care in an international arbitration relating to its investment in Israel.
FWMK (Furth, Wilensky, Mizrachi, Knaani)
The ‘super-professional and results-driven team’ at FWMK (Furth, Wilensky, Mizrachi, Knaani) handled a mix of corporate and commercial litigation over the past year, including shareholder, partnership and construction disputes. Seasoned litigator Ofer Furth co-heads the group together with managing partner Orr Noy.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ofer Furth; Orr Noy
Autres avocats clés:
Danny Belenkin; Idan Yaloz; Liron Liberman; Eli Shimon
Les références
‘It has both breadth and depth within a highly knowledgeable and multi-faceted team. ’
‘Orr Noy has high strategic planning capabilities and a good grip on the topic at hand. Danny Belenkin is a highly qualified veteran professional with a firm grip on the procedure and wise strategic thinking. Idan Yaloz is a highly qualified professional with very good legal knowledge.’
‘The team is very good and professional. Orr Noy and Liron Libeman are excellent lawyers.’
Principaux clients
Hap Investments
Purple Biotech (previously named Kitov Pharma)
Priority Shelanu Capital
Samuel Boneh
Tali Yaron-Eldar, Paller, Schwartz & Co. Law offices
M. Amitay
Mr Dean Stern
Mr Guy Manor, Mr Noam Moses
K.M.T. (M.H.) Technologies Communication Computer
Orbach Halevi Architects
Mr Guy Manor, Mr Noam Moses
Grillman Migdalei Harakevet
Univo Pharmaceuticals
Tikun Olam ‑ Cannbit Pharmaceuticals
B.B. Business Medium
Orad
Panaxia Pharmaceutical Industries
Dr. Asher Shmulevich, Gilad Bar-lev, Prop’ Ari Shmis, Stephan M. Sims, Tod Violit, Arie Weber (Therapix Biosciences directors)
Mr David Lieber
Olympus Economic Solutions
Rav-Bariach (08) Industries
Oron Holdings and Investments Group
Liad Whatstein & Co. Law Office
S. Schestowitz
Ace Capital Retail (2016)
Powermat Technologies
Medica Excel Tel Aviv
Howden Insurance Company (2002)
Rafi Shapira & Son
Brand industries
Koperaly and Shalom Investments
Hatzi Hinam Group
Vita Pri Hagalil Group
Atara Marketing Fruits and Vegetables
Babylon Hotels and Recreation
Gili And Joel Azaria
Oron Real Estate
Unicell Advanced Cellular Solutions
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Hap Investments, its subsidiary and major shareholder and officers, in a claim brought against them by Mr Eyal Rivlin and 15 other investors.
- Representing Mr Buchris in an appeal submitted to the Supreme Court of Israel, relating to a conflict among shareholders of Hameshavev.
- Representing an international business figure, Mr Tal Barel, in a lawsuit regarding a real estate dispute.
Kosteliz & Co., Law Office
Kosteliz & Co., Law Office's signature white-collar crime expertise lends itself well to administrative law disputes and breach of duty claims. The group also advises on shareholder disputes, real estate litigation, and breach of contract cases, among others. Yaron Kosteliz is a ‘formidable litigator’. Senior counsel Yoav Segal is also a key name to note.
Responsables de la pratique:
Yaron Kosteliz
Autres avocats clés:
Yoav Segal; Aviad Shaulson; Simcha Albachari
Les références
‘A great litigation firm with both civil and white-collar expertise. Young, energetic, providing excellent service to their clients.’
‘I have known Yaron Kosteliz for more than 20 years. He has grown to be a formidable litigator, smart, aggressive where needed, and gains lots of respect from his colleagues.’
Principaux clients
Nofar Energy
Harey Zahav Residences and Mr. Zeev Epstein
Mr. Rephael Elmaliach
Mr. Asaf Rechulski
EY Israel – the Agrexco Case
EY Israel – the Scailex Case
The Israel Land Development Company
Mr. Avigdor Liberman, former Minister of Finance, current member of parliament and Chair of Yisrael Beiteinu Party
Ms. Vivian Mustari Aboulafia and her sons Messer’s Shmuel Mustari Aboulafia and Markus Mustari Aboulafia, heirs of the late Mr. Marko Aboulafia
Mr. Philip Mayer
Hanatziv Real Estate Purchase Group
Angel Bakeries
Berman Bakery
Mr. Michael Cherney
Mr. Amos Luzon
Amos Luzon Development and Energy Group
Mr. Yaakov Quint
Mr. Shilo Adler (Director of Development and Infrastructure in the Ministry of Transportation)
Mr. Pavel Buber; Mr. Iram Graiver and Mr. Ilan Admon
Givat- Shmuel Municipality
IKEA Israel
Electra Trade
NewMed Energy (formerly, Delek Drilling L.P.)
Residents of the Mitzpe Cramim Settlement
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Nofar Energy in an administrative petition to partially abolish the decision by the Israeli Electricity Authority to retroactively change the terms of two public tenders.
- Representing EY Israel in a N250m claim filed against it, as auditing accountants of Scailex Corporation, for breach of duty as ‘gatekeepers’ in connection with a distribution of dividends by Scailex.
- Representing The Israel Land Development Company (ILDC) in a claim filed by the Director of Insolvency and Official Receiver of the State of Israel for a declaratory judgement, ordering ILDC to transfer real estate plots to the state, in lieu of plots it held on behalf of Holocaust victims and allegedly sold.
S. Friedman & Co. Advocates & Notaries
‘Service-oriented and results-driven’, S. Friedman & Co. Advocates & Notaries’ dominant transport offering is reflected in its dispute resolution practice, where it frequently handles cases for trophy client, Zim Integrated Shipping Services. The team’s recent experience also spans the agriculture, food, non-profit, education, retail and infrastructure sectors. Lily Doron and Yair Assael head the group.
Responsables de la pratique:
Lily Doron; Yair Assael
Les références
‘Lawyers with great legal minds, who are very dedicated, service-oriented and results-driven.’
‘The team provides great and professional service. Lawyers are super attentive, highly professional and skilled individuals.’
Principaux clients
Tnuva Central Coop for the Mktg of Agr Prod in Israel
World Zionist Organization
Zim Integrated Shipping Services
Amos Luzon Development and Energy Group
The University of Haifa
Hamashbir Lazarchan
The Independent Education System
Jerusalem Chicken Marketing
TT&T Telecom technology and Arie Hochman
Rekah Pharmaceutical Industry |Vitamed Pharmaceutical Industries
Milobar – Agricultural Cooperative Society
The owners of the rights in 12 out of 17 apartments located in the building at 21 Montefiore St. in Tel Aviv
Zesty Tech
EldanTransportation
Sunfrost
The Jewish People Policy Institute
Milouoff Integrated Broiler Agricultural Cooperative Association
DYN R&D
Ralco Agencies
Givot Olam Oil
Energy Infrastructure
IKEA Israel – Livna Tsfoni
Council for Higher Education in Israel
The Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Tnuva in a variety of litigation matters.
- Representing the World Zionist Organization in several matters, including in a claim for the recovery of NIS42.5m allegedly collected unlawfully from 114 claimants in connection with land purchases.
- Advising Zim Integrated Shipping Services on international arbitration cases, including multiple proceedings in London.
Sabari Farkash & Co. Law Firm
‘Comprised of top-notch litigators’, five-partner boutique Sabari Farkash & Co. Law Firm specialises in commercial litigation, primarily shareholder disputes, D&O liability cases and real estate litigation. The increasingly prominent practice is led jointly by ‘brilliant strategist’ Ophir Sabari and the ‘persuasive and sharp’ Divon Farkash.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ophir Sabari; Divon Farkash
Les références
‘The team is exceptional and comprised of top-notch litigators. This boutique litigation firm’s capabilities enables it to handle the most complex and sophisticated cases.’
‘Divon Farkash is professional, knowledgeable, fast-thinking, persuasive and sharp. He is highly motivated and responsive, treat his clients with the outmost respect and gives them a very caring service. He has a unique ability to understand and analyze the legal situation.’
‘A great litigation boutique. Divon Farkash is absolutely excellent. He knows how to be efficient in a case, is a great strategic thinker and excellent performer. He is highly experienced and great to work with.’
Principaux clients
West Face Capital
Mr. Shai Agassi
Eitan Medical
Tzifha International 1994; Tzifha
Cobwebs Technologies
Zechariah Levy & Sons Building and Holdings Company (2009)
External Directors in B.S.D Crown
External Directors in IDB Development Corp (in liquidation)
Gornitzky & Co. & Sabari Farkash & Co.
Rotshtein and Orot Tuvia (a private company in Tzifha International Group); Rotshtein and Tzifha International 1994
Torat Ha’Chaim Neve Dekalim Association
Dimitri Weinberg and Maxim Shpilko, the controlling shareholders of Diler BMD International
Hanania Gibstein and Dov Gibstein
M.B.S. ANTILLES; Tzifha International 1994; Tzifha
Mr. Jacob M. Weinreb
HaMashbir 365
Pama Leasing Group
Profimex – the Israel-based private equity real estate arm of Bamberger-Rosenheim
Bracha Ratta (Shomrei Emunim)
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Mr Shai Agassi, the founder of the Better Place consortium, in proceedings related to a NIS200m claim filed by the liquidators of the group against the group’s directors and other defendants.
- Representing Eitan Medical in a lawsuit filed against it, and some of its shareholders, by the the company’s minority shareholders.
- Representing companies of Tzifha Group in various lawsuits regarding land ownership.
Shnitzer Gotlieb Samet & Co.
Under the leadership of Nir Sabarov and Nir Milshtein, the dispute resolution group at Shnitzer Gotlieb Samet & Co. stands out for its orientation towards the infrastructure and construction sectors. The team is primarily active on behalf of public-sector entities, including government ministries and state-owned companies.
Responsables de la pratique:
Nir Sabarov; Nir Milshtein
Autres avocats clés:
Vered Geifman Klein
Les références
‘Our team at Shnitzer is very professional and loyal, comprised of great lawyers who daily interact with our company for diverse matters. The services that we receive are provided with very high standards, from the beginning until the completion of the process. We highly recommend the firm.’
‘The individuals we work with are very responsible, professional and kind. We trust them to bring the best outcome.’
‘A very good law firm with high expertise in commercial law and commercial litigation. Lawyers stand out for their very good availability.’
Principaux clients
Cross Israel Highway
Water Desalination Administration (under the supervision of the Office of the State Attorney)
Jerusalem Light Rail
B.S.R. Group
United Sarona
NTA – Metropolitan Mass Transit System
Israel Roads – National Transport Infrastructure Co.
BDO Israel
Agricultural Research Organization (Volcanic Centre) (under the supervision of the Office of the State Attorney)
Israel Land Authority (under the supervision of the Office of the State Attorney)
Israel’s Ministry of Defence (under the supervision of the Office of the State Attorney)
The Rishon Lezion Economic Corporation
Willi-Food International
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Cross Israel in a high-stakes arbitration against Shapir Engineering Cross Israel North, the concessionaire of the North highway 6 BOT project.
- Representing the Water Desalination Administration in two arbitration proceedings against the concessionaires.
- Representing BSR Real Estate, a leading company in Israel in the field of purchase groups, in a large number of related disputes.
Weksler, Bregman & Co., Advocates
Weksler, Bregman & Co., Advocates’ dispute resolution practice is active across a diverse range of fields, with notable experience in real estate, professional negligence, tenders and shareholder disputes. Practice head, Doron Dan, possesses 35 years of experience in contentious matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Doron Dan
Principaux clients
Azorim
Amisragas
K.f.C
Deloitte Economic Consulting Services (1986)
AFI Residences
Begro
Danya Cibus
Balfur (72)
Africa Israel Hotels
AFI Properties
AFI Development
Mercantile Bank & Discount Bank
U-Bank
Bank Hapoalim B.M.
B Fresh
Israel Trade Bank
HSBC Bank
HSBC Holdings
Orpak Systems
C.A.R.E Medical Services
The new REIT fund
Mivtach-Simon/ MVS Insurance Agents
H&O Israel
Aminach
Mizrahi Tefahot Bank
Hadera Ocean Village
Orbit Communication Systems
A prominent advertising company in a dispute with a competitor
P.R.S. Mediterranean
Mobility
Shareholders of Family Line
SOHO Collection
AY Electronics
Aharoni Group
Top Ramdor Systems & Computers Co. (1990)
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for Israel Discount Bank in a series of lawsuits filed by private investors who invested money with a client of the bank that eventually went into liquidation.
- Representing Africa Israel Hotels in a multimillion-shekel lawsuit filed by a competing company.
- Representing Africa Israel Residences in a series of lawsuits filed against it, and other parties, by the Tel Aviv Municipality concerning claimed ownership rights in the ‘Summayl Compound’.