‘FISCHER is always my first choice when looking for advice on any complex transaction.‘

‘Miri Kimhi and Dikla Lavy-Fischer demonstrate knowledge and professionalism in all matters. They have profound knowledge and deep understanding of the different aspects of each transaction and are extremely experienced and familiar with the Israeli players in the credit market.’

‘Miri Kimhi and Dikla Lavy-Fischer stay on top of everything, are both very accessible, and their service is personal and prompt for any request or matter.‘

‘A very strong team. Dikla Lavy-Fischer knows all aspects of the law, she is very good and knows how to get to the exact point of the discussion.’

‘Dikla Lavy-Fischer is very professional, has full availability and short response times, is fun to work with and is always there to help and contribute to our legal advice.‘

‘The partners leading our team are very experienced and knowledgeable; very nice to work with and always strive to get the deal done.’

‘Both Gilad Winkler and Miri Kimhi are excellent lawyers and are super nice. They are very experienced; they do not fight over miniscule things but rather see the larger picture and help their clients to get a deal, rather than fight over details.’

‘I work almost exclusively with Dikla Lavy-Fischer and if I need a lawyer in an area that is not her expertise, she finds the right lawyer from the firm to help me. I’ve been working with her for quite a long time and I am very satisfied.’

‘Incredible at leading debt transactions. Deep understanding of the commercial aspects and never loses sight of these when working through long form agreements. Extremely experienced. Fast turnaround times, highly efficient. Focused on delivering the best result for client.‘

‘Good understanding of client needs. Great availability; lawyers always respond quickly. Great at pulling in lawyers from related disciplines when needed – e.g. tax.‘

‘Elite Elkon is a stand-out partner. Great access to regulators at partner level and strong ability to advise on processes involving authorities. Personal involvement in client’s business. A 360-degree view, which allows intelligent, bespoke legal support.‘

‘Excellent practice with very good understanding of the local regulatory landscape.’

‘Great understanding of the product, of the ecosystem, of the pain points and sensitivities of the client and the approach of problem solving.’

‘Lawyers are very hands-on, detail-oriented, experienced and demonstrate creative thinking patterns.’

‘Dubi Gross is a shining star, totally at ease when he’s in our corner, strategically-minded, knows debt inside-out and can work in multiple jurisdictions.‘

‘Nir Keidar is knowledgeable, all over the details and sees the big picture, knows how to translate the legal jargon into commercial terms.’

‘Herzog has a very capable and strong banking team. It is skilled in both the transactional and regulatory sides and has substantial local and international expertise. In my view, it is the top local firm.’

‘The team has a lot of practical experience in capital markets: the laws, regulations and market practices. Also understands how the different players in the field function.‘

‘Roy Nachimzon is an outstanding attorney. He has an international background and deep understanding of the business side of banking. He is very bright and understands quickly. I enjoy working with him.’

‘Natalie Jacobs combines in-depth knowledge with great dedication to provide the client with high quality, yet very practical, advice.‘

‘A team of professionals imbued with a goal and quick in their response.’

‘Roy Nachimzon is one of the most dedicated and smart people I’ve had the chance to work with.‘

‘In my many years of instructing or working with Israeli law firms, I have found S. Horowitz absolutely superb – it is the gold standard in Israel for banking and finance, whether acting for lender or for borrower.‘

‘The team’s stand-out qualities include exceptional practitioners whose expertise runs through the whole gamut of banking and finance and who produce outstanding work product. They have deep and detailed knowledge and experience across the whole spectrum of banking work.’

‘Anthony Bloch has an exceptionally good depth of skills, with a willingness and ease to bring the most complex project or structured financing to the finish line. He also has an uncanny ability to identify all aspects of the transaction which need considering – not just the obvious ones.’

‘Clifford Davis is – by a long way – the best lawyer I have ever worked with in Israel. I have found his expertise and clarity of advice second to none. He advises both lenders and borrowers on complex cross-border acquisition, general corporate and export credit financings.’

‘I have found Michelle Liberman to be creative in solving issues. Michelle brings her vast knowledge of prior solutions to the table and her advice shows deep understanding of the financings with which I have worked with her.’

‘We value the team for its people and diversity. Lawyers are problem solvers.’

‘The firm is very familiar with the payment industry and has been the major law firm of credit card and payment gateway companies for a long time. This enables the team to quickly focus on the relevant issue under discussion, rather than conducting weeks of research.‘

‘The team is very professional in the payments sphere.’

‘A leading firm, from our point of view, as it provides us (a payments company) with consulting on all areas of the law, including antitrust, M&A and regulation. Furthermore, it provides these services to the highest level available in the Israeli market. The team is very diversified and communicates very well.‘

‘Yuval Shalhevet and Itamar Cohen are both highly professional, knowledgeable and well familiar with the legal framework and market practice in the banking and fintech fields. They provide innovative thinking and creative ideas for difficult situations. They are great partners for designing solutions.

‘Guy Fuchs is one of the leading experts in payments regulation. Guy also has vast knowledge in all other relevant aspects of the law – including AML, privacy, and banking regulation. Guy is very helpful and available.‘

‘Guy Fuchs demonstrates a very strong “out-of-the-box” way of thinking and provides excellent solutions to complicated issues.‘

‘We value the group’s good teamwork, attentive and immediate response times, extensive knowledge and experience.’

‘Lawyers’ professionalism in the field is evident. Good ability to solve problems and bridge gaps in negotiations with financiers.’

‘Tremendous market knowledge, very commercial. Ariel Rosenberg is a wonderful person with whom to work.’

‘A professional, creative and high-availability team. Strong business point of view and understanding. Ability to handle complicated transactions which involve several regulations and legal expertise.’

‘Ariel Rosenberg is a credit and banking expert who has a creative and business understanding which really contributes to the transaction and negotiation. I like to consult Ariel for his knowledge, creative thinking (“outside the box”) commercial understanding and kindness.’

‘Strong knowledge of the fast-growing industry with a friendly and cost-efficient approach. Very useful when in need of assistance – reliable and trustworthy advice and fast-paced team.’

‘Ariel Rosenberg is a master of banking law. Quick thinker, problem solver, who is also great guy and an amazing lawyer, which is a rare find.’

‘Unique understanding of the financial sector. Vast experience and knowledge. Unique understanding of the business perspective of the legal framework. It’s rare to find a firm that is as brilliant as the ideas coming out of this firm. Always there for the in-depth analysis and the bright ideas and suggestions.’

‘Ofer Hanoh is a top class lawyer; well respected in the industry and brilliant with brilliant ideas. The team understands the business side like true businessmen’.

‘Nothing is too complicated for the team. The tender requires extremely long-term vision and adequate preparation, including consideration of finance, transportation and infrastructure aspects, as well as various commercial and technical issues.‘

‘The team is broad, knows how to give professional and accurate answers to the in-depth issues that require an understanding of the law and applicable regulations relevant to this sector. As for service levels and responsiveness; the firm provides excellent service — very, very high level.‘

‘Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky is a perfect example of how a great lawyer should act. She is very precise, gets to the bottom of things and does not leave anything unattended. I recommend her without hesitation.’

‘I was asked to describe what makes this practice unique – in a few words – they have it all! You go in with numerous questions and you come out with several alternative legal solutions. They give you reassurance they won’t leave until everything is settled.’

‘Good connections to government and a key player in the market. Maintains an approach that puts the client at the centre, while trying to solve conflict in the best way for the client — even if it conflicts with the firm’s interest to earn more money by going to court.‘

‘I work with Oded Ofek, who is a specialist in the field of investment funds and banking, financing and credit provision services – wise, service-oriented, novel in his solutions and thinking and makes you feel you are in the best of hands.‘

‘The team is loyal, timely, precise, smart, helpful, service-oriented and has good understanding of the spheres of law.‘

‘I can point to Oded Ofek’s uncompromising professionalism, coupled with the highest level of skill and competence, while showcasing deep knowledge both of all the relevant legal issues and of the business environment in which I operate.’

‘Barnea’s team knows the business and knows how to work in uncharted territories. We deal with innovative technologies that demand innovative approaches and they deliver.‘

‘I work closely with Anat Even-Chen, head of the regulation department. She is highly professional, thinks five steps ahead and knows her field inside out. She delivers forward thinking and intelligent counsel, and is a true partner to clients.’