Adv Dr Ayal Shenhav > Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co. > Tel Aviv, Israel > Lawyer Profile

The January 2023 merger between Goldfarb Seligman and Gross & Co. cemented Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.‘s market-leading position in the investment funds field in Israel, where the team routinely represents leading Israeli fund managers, investors and high-net-worth individuals. It is active in an array of matters, spanning fund formation and taxation, venture capital, private equity and real estate fund work. Real estate investment specialist Oren Wolpin and venture capital and private equity funds experts Ayal Shenhav and Layla Chertow are key practitioners, as is Eli (Robert) Barasch, who is recognised for his specialisation in China-Israel cross-border transactions. Eylon Szatmary is well versed in private equity, venture capital, hedge funds and debt funds.

Following its recent merger, the combined hi-tech team at Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co. fields one of the deepest benches in the market, with full-service experience in advising start-ups and emerging companies through to multinational technology giants. On the investment side, the group additionally enjoys strong relationships with VC funds and acquisitional companies. Among its senior names, go-to industry specialist Amir Raz finds favour for his ability to ‘navigate between insisting on the client’s interests and making the deal happen’; Ashok Chandrasekhar is recognised for his prowess in cross-border transactions; Michael Heller advises hi-tech companies on the full range of commercial matters. Chen Manzur, Danny Dilbary, Ayal Shenhav and Richard Mann are also experienced names, while Arthur Brusilov is a talented associate.