Firms To Watch: Commercial, corporate and M&A

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ES Shimron, I Molho, Persky & Co

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Corporate, Commercial and M&A: E. S. Shimron, I. Molho, Persky & Co is a prestigious full-service law firm committed to delivering quality, personalized services to its clients at the highest level. The firm’s corporate, commercial and M&A department advises a wide array of clients on all aspects of M&A transactions, investments, spinoffs, joint ventures and …

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Commercial, corporate and M&A in Israel

Tadmor Levy & Co.

Arnon, Tadmor-Levy‘s ‘very professional team‘ impresses with its ‘excellent capabilities, especially in cross-border matters‘. The group’s commercial acumen is also highlighted by sources, who praise its ability to understand what clients need ‘business-wise and legal-wise‘. The department is active across the full spread of M&A and corporate matters and the firm’s market-leading hi-tech offering ensures that is particularly busy in that sphere — it notably secured a significant share of Israel’s recent boom in technology and life sciences M&A. Barry Levenfeld spearheads many of the firm’s marquee matters and recently teamed up with Benjamin Sandler to advise Boston Scientific on its $1bn acquisition of the laser surgery division of Lumenis. Hi-tech specialist Barak Platt, corporate partner David Schapiro and up-and-coming partner Micki Shapira are also recommended. The ‘smart and creative’ Ophir Nave is recognised for his strength in the defence sector. Elie Sprung specialises in hi-tech and venture capital.

Other key lawyers:

Barry Levenfeld; Barak Platt; David Schapiro; Kobi Ben-Chitrit; Benjamin Sandler; Eliran Furman; Ophir Nave; Elie Sprung; Ido Frishta; Daniel Efrati

Testimonials

‘Very professional. Understands the business very well. Able to advise what are “show stoppers” and what can we accept and do the business we want to do. Very good response times. Enablers.’

‘Eliran Furman leads the engagement with us. He is very professional. Deep understanding of our company and its business and what is most important for us – business-wise and legal-wise. Able to direct us to the relevant expert in YA, so we can get the answer quickly from the expert.’

‘Team with excellent capabilities, especially in cross-border matters involving Israel and the USA. Very efficient team performing very professional work and meet even the most challenging deadlines.’

‘David Schapiro is a great legal counsel, who combines a lot of legal knowledge with very good business understanding.’

‘Highly synchronized, senior and junior employees as well. 24/7 availability and it always comes with a smile.’

‘Ophir Nave is a great results-oriented lawyer, brilliant negotiator, very smart and creative. Ido Frishta is an excellent partner always ready to solve any problems and answer any questions. Daniel Efrati is a very good associate, always available and ready to resolve any issues.’

‘Ophir Nave – outstanding macro and micro perspective. Always in the details and demonstrates the highest level of professionalism to clients. Broad knowledge within different sectors and complexities regarding deal benchmarks.’

‘Ophir Nave is a true professional – goes into all details of the deal without losing sight of the overall objective. His vast experience gives him a significant edge in negotiations.’

Key clients

Intel Corp.

PayPal Holdings Inc.

Boston Scientific Corporation

Altaris Capital Partners, LLC

Salesforce.com, Inc.

Lightspeed Venture Partners

Quotient Technology Inc.

Hubei Forbon Technology Co., Ltd.

National Instruments Corporation

Union Industrial Vehicle

Nvidia Corporation

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

Shanghai Giant Network Technology Co., Ltd.

Intuit Inc.

Shapir Civil & Marine Engineering Ltd.

Stryker Corporation

Electronic Arts

One Software Technologies

Telrad Networks

Fosun Health Fund

General Atlantic

DP World

Max It Finance Ltd. (Formerly Leumi Card Ltd.)

accessiBe Ltd.

LightSpin Technologies Ltd.

Play Coyotta Ltd.

Oasis Capital Fund

Citrosuco

International Finance Corporation (IFC)

Milo Brom Holdings Ltd.

Israel Legacy Partners

Tnuva – Central Cooperative for the Marketing of Agriculture Production in Israel Ltd.

AnGes Inc. (TYO: 4563)

Ramim Engineering Works Ltd.

Siemens

Green Invoice

Work highlights

  • Represented Boston Scientific in its $1bn acquisition of the laser surgery division of Lumenis, including its subsidiaries and manufacturing facility in Israel.
  • Represented PayPal in its $200m acquisition of cryptocurrency security firm, Curv.
  • Advised Palo Alto Networks on the Israeli law aspects of its $200m acquisition of BridgeCrew.

Erdinast Ben Nathan Toledano & Co. with Hamburger Evron

Erdinast Ben Nathan Toledano & Co. with Hamburger Evron demonstrates ‘ample experience in leading cross-border M&A transactions', routinely landing plum roles on major multi-jurisdictional matters. In a recent example, it advised Israel-based Arbe Robotics on a $720m reverse triangular merger with US SPAC, Industrial Tech Acquisitions. The group’s wide industry knowledge is another recurring theme among sources and lawyers can turn their hands to sophisticated transactions in any sector. Doni Toledano is a leading light for M&A deals and co-heads the team alongside Roy Caner, who specialises in representing venture capital funds and start-ups. Lior Oren has niche expertise in private equity and East Asia-related deals. Nitzan Aberbach (‘pragmatic and commercial‘) and Shay Dayan, who led the Arbe Robotics deal, are also recommended.

Practice head(s):

Doni Toledano; Roy Caner

Other key lawyers:

Lior Oren; Nitzan Aberbach; Shay Dayan; Eyal Wiesel

Testimonials

‘Excellent team that effectively leads complex M&A and commercial transactions. The team has leadership skills and ability to team-up with partners from various other disciplines (tax/labor etc.) and integrate the legal work in a manner that best serves the company.’

‘The main strengths are clearly: (i) Ample experience in leading cross-border M&A transactions, resulting in highly professional and seasoned legal advice; (ii) Ability to provide fast and creative solutions for intriguing and complicated legal matters; (iii) deep and comprehensive understanding of the business environment (iv) Service-oriented, highly responsive and attentive, without compromising the quality.’

‘The M&A team at EBN are a very knowledgeable and thoughtful team, providing reasoned guidance and clear options.’

‘Creative minds, personal commitment, availability, leadership and knowledge Business partners in any deal that help think strategically.’

In terms of client service, Lior Oren and the team are very responsive, accessible and easy to work with. They understand our business and the unique complexities of our operations very well, and apply this understanding to the negotiations being managed and the preparation of the legal instruments associated with our deal.’

Lior Oren has extensive experience in a wide variety of various legal issues, including mergers and acquisitions and corporate matters, in a wide range of industries. He is very experienced in international dealings and cross-border transactions (including due to the several years he spent in a NYC-based law firm), and has particular capabilities in leading deals in the Far East.’

‘Nitzan Aberbach is excellent. Extremely responsive, pragmatic and commercial. A real star at the firm.’

‘Eyal Wiesel is a young promising partner – he has been very agile and efficient and demonstrated a comprehensive understanding in every legal and commercial aspect in which we were assisted by him. He has managed much of the drafting and has been of great help.’

Key clients

Hellman & Friedman LLC

XIO Group

Mizrahi Tefahot Bank Ltd. (TASE: MZTF)

Partner Communications Company Ltd.

Mobileye Vision Technologies Ltd.

The Livnat Group and Taavura Holdings Ltd. and Carmen Assets Management (1997) Ltd., a private company controlled by the Livnat Group

Apax Partners, L.P.

Carasso Motors Ltd.

D&A2, Ltd.

Nisko Group

1-800 Contacts, Inc.

AEA Investors LP

Walmart

Maxbet Entertainment

LeddarTech Inc.

Work highlights

  • Acted for Arbe Robotics in a reverse triangular merger with Industrial Tech Acquisitions, a SPAC traded on the Nasdaq, in a deal valued at $720m.
  • Represented Apax Partners in the sale of Psagot Investment House to Altshuler Shaham Provident and Pension.
  • Acted as Israeli counsel to Walmart in the acquisition of Zeekit, a fashion simulation technology start-up.

FISCHER (FBC & Co.)

FISCHER (FBC & Co.) stands out for its ‘fast response times, flexibility and practical advice'. The sizeable group’s deep bench ensures that is well equipped to advise on large-scale domestic and cross-border M&A. It is also distinguished by its flair for deals involving heavily regulated industries, frequently teaming up with the firm’s first-tier practices in technology, energy, real estate and telecoms to provide specialist sector advice. Corporate head Avraham Well spearheads many of the department’s most high-profile deals and also handles governance matters. Raz Tepper is particularly noted for his skill sets in hi-tech, life sciences and private equity. Eran Yaniv is ‘much more than a corporate lawyer‘ and has a focus on technology and cross-border transactions. Up-and-coming partner Zohar Liss is ‘a great asset for FBC‘.

Practice head(s):

Avraham Well; Raz Tepper; Eran Yaniv; Ron Lehmann

Other key lawyers:

Zohar Liss

Testimonials

‘We have been working with FBC for 15 years. Our company has developed in this time frame from a start-up, though several rounds of funding, to a mature and profitable company, which has been recently acquired by another company. Throughout the years FBC has supported us completely in all our legal and relevant business needs.’

‘24/7 availability, fast reaction time, great and professional advisors, full service, real business partners.’

‘Having good lawyers is a prerequisite for all firms we work with, but the team’s fast response times, flexibility and practical advice are standouts for us. In addition, the team is good-natured and easy to work with (even when dealing with fast-paced clients with a 9-hour time difference), and employ responsible billing standards.’

‘Eran Yaniv has been much more than a corporate lawyer, to use the term from the Godfather, he has been our consigliere (in the good sense). He always gave excellent advice, putting our business requirements and needs before all other considerations, explaining the risks of business decisions we made, always “covering our backs” and is an important part of our achievements as a company.’

‘Zohar Liss, FBC’s partner representing our company, is so dedicated that he became practically a member of our internal team. He is very attentive, smart, an extremely talented negotiator, always finding solutions to our challenges, which are in many cases complex, as a client, you always want someone like Zohar on your side’

Zohar Liss is a great asset for FBC and amongst the best lawyer I’ve met.

‘FBC, headed by partner Zohar Liss, is extremely professional, with deep knowledge and experience of local Israeli and mainly cross-border transactions, service oriented, always available with pin pointed solutions to complex problems.’

‘Alex Berman (Corporate) is extremely sharp, reliable, and responsive and provides practical advice that is easy to administer. We love working with him. Eli Segal (also Corporate) is excellent as well.’

Key clients

Intel Corporation

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.

State of Israel

Perrigo

Bank Leumi Le’Israel

Centerbridge Partners

Gallatin Point Capital

Israel Discount Bank

Mercantile Bank

Paz Oil Company Ltd.

Sky Fund

Arbel Finance Ltd.

Vista/ Advanced Computer Software Group Limited

KKR Fund

Noble Energy Mediterranean Ltd.

Leumi Partners

Fiverr International Ltd

EDF Energies Nouvelles Israel Ltd

ECI Telecom

Clal Industries Ltd.

Rapac Energy Ltd.,

Luminera Derm Ltd.

Essence Partners

Zerto

Temasek Holdings

Halman Aldubi

Migdal Insurance Company Ltd. & Migdal Makfet Pension Funds

Clal Insurance Company Ltd.

Poalim Capital Markets Ltd.

Union Group

Yongil Ltd.

Future Crops Cooperatief U.A

Access Industries

Founders of Laline

Alpha Water 3 LP

Provident Funds Ltd

Generation Capital Ltd.

Menora Mivtachim

IDE Water Assets

Adicet Bio Inc.

Talma Travel and Tours Limited

Pitango Venture Capital

Evergreen Venture Partners

Newrest Group Holding SA

AngioDynamics Netherlands B.V.

Grubhub Inc.

Servotronix Motion Control Ltd.

Work highlights

  • Represented Paz Oil Company in its NIS2.1bn acquisition of retail chain Freshmarket through a reverse-triangular merger.
  • Acted as Israeli counsel to Perrigo Company on the $1.5bn sale of its Generic Rx Pharmaceuticals business to Altaris Capital Partners, LLC.
  • Represented Zerto in its acquisition by Hewlett Packard Enterprise for $374m.

Goldfarb Gross Seligman

Goldfarb Seligman & Co.‘s corporate group is comprised of ‘great dealmakers‘, and handles the full spread of corporate matters, with an impressive record in cross-border M&A. Most recently, it has become a popular choice for SPAC-related deals, where it advises both US-based SPACs and Israeli target companies on headline mergers. On the domestic front, the team has a strong showing in the telecoms, technology, energy and real estate sectors. International corporate head Ashok Chandrasekhar regularly represents major global clients, particularly US-based companies, on multi-jurisdictional deals.  The ‘outstandingAaron Lampert had a banner year, which included advising on four SPAC mergers. Dubi Zoltak, who is an increasingly prominent name for real estate-related investments, and Rami Sofer, who specialises in infrastructure and finance-related matters, are also noted.

Practice head(s):

Yudi Levy; Ashok Chandrasekhar; Sharon Gazit; Dubi Zoltak; Rami Sofer; Benjamin Rotenberg

Other key lawyers:

Adam Klein; Michael Heller; Aaron Lampert; Guy Gordon

Testimonials

‘The firm is very professional and gives holistic solutions to legal challenges. The firm has a variety of professional lawyers, who are knowledgeable of the law and the regulation, as well as the business matters, and give professional and creative solutions.’

‘The corporate team is experienced, responsive and deeply aware of the broad commercial picture behind every transaction, without losing their meticulous attention to detail. Great deal-makers with a pristine reputation in the market.’

‘GS have a very strong team and a big bench across all disciplines. In the most recent transaction on which we worked, partners from several practice areas made key contributions in timely and professional fashion.’

‘Adam Klein is a pleasure to work with. Aaron Lampert and Ashok Chandrasekhar are also terrific individuals.’

‘Aaron Lampert is outstanding. Wise, experienced, commercial, responsive, available, broad, extremely hard working. I would want him at my side in every transaction.’

‘I have worked with Shirin Herzog. Her intelligence, knowledge of the law and ability to identify resources and make introductions were extremely helpful in producing results.’

‘Rami Sofer and Guy Gordon are great lawyers. Very serious, professionals, creative, have a wide knowledge and are always pleasant.’

‘Doron Segal stands out as a brilliant attorney who blends legal expertise with an acute understanding of the business environment. He’s a great negotiator and finds innovative solutions in order to get the deal through.’

Key clients

Google

Intel Corporation

Warburg Pincus LLC

The Central Bottling Company

Baring Private Equity Asia Ltd.

Temasek Holdings Private Limited

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited

Thoma Bravo Advantage

Cisco Systems Inc.

Nestle

Mondelēz International

International Beer Breweries Limited (“IBBL”)

Symantec Corporation

Northrop Grumman International Trading Inc.

Dell-EMC

Comtech Telecommunications Corporation

Liquid Telecommunications Holdings Limited (“Liquid Telecom”)

The Volvo Group

Mitsui Group

Collective Growth Corporatio

ION Acquisition Corp. 1 Ltd.

ION Acquisition Corp. 2 Ltd.

REE Automotive Ltd.,

PTK Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: PTK.U)

MyHeritage Ltd.

Axel Springer SE.

NICE Systems Ltd.

IHS Markit Ltd.

Israel Secondary Fund (“ISF”)

The Hot Group

Shufersal Ltd.

Israel Canada (T.R) Ltd.

Israel Canada Hotels Ltd. (ICH)

Jordache Enterprises, Inc.

Abu Yehiel – Building Company Ltd.

HOYA Corporation

ServiceNow Inc.

Preempt Security Inc.

Bird Rides, Inc.

Holmes Place International Ltd.

CreditEase Israel Innovation Fund (CEIIF)

The Arison Group

Arison Investments Ltd.

Arison Holdings Ltd.

Marlin Equity Partners

Apax Mid-market Israel Fund

Keshet Broadcasting (“Keshet 12”)

The Jewish Agency for Israel

Poalim Capital Markets Ltd.

El Al Israel Airlines Ltd.

Bank Leumi Le Israel B.M.

Delek Royalties (2012) Ltd.

Paz Oil Company Ltd.

Anchiano Therapeutics Ltd.

Prospera Technologies Ltd.

Molex LLC

Applied Materials, Inc.

Radware Ltd.

Perion Network Ltd.

Elco Ltd.

McAfee Inc.

Koch Disruptive Technologies

Israel Aerospace Industries

Hamashbir 365 Holdings Ltd.

Tnuva Food Industries Agricultural Co-Op In Israel Ltd.

I.D. Systems, Inc.

Magen David Adom

Thoma Bravo

Fortinet, Inc.

Aqua Security Software Ltd.

Dozens of start-ups.

Bayside Land Corporation Ltd.

Neve Gad Ltd.

Property and Building Group

BST Group

Altshuler Shaham Ltd. (“Altshuler Shaham Group”)

Menorah Mivtachim Real-Estate Ltd.

Leopard Group

Summit Real Estate Holdings Ltd.

Chemipal Ltd.

Dori Media Group Ltd.

Shlomo Group

Kardan Israel Ltd.

Gama Golan Insurance Agency Ltd.

Inbal Insurance Co. Ltd.

Partner Communications Company Ltd.

Castro Model Ltd.

iCast Ltd.

Openlegacy, Inc.

David Lubinski Ltd.

TPG Private Equity Fund

TPG Growth

EarlySense Ltd.

Henry Schein Medical Technologies

Carestream Health, Inc.

Sequoia Venture Capital

Allot Communications Ltd.

Kodak Israel

Isracard

Medtronic plc

AIG – American International Group Inc.

AIG Israel Insurance Company Ltd.

The Harel Group

Harel Insurance Investments & Financial Services Ltd., Harel Provident & Pension Ltd., and others

I Squared Capital

YSB – the Ya’acobi Brothers Group

Slingshot Ventures

Wize Pharma Inc.

A.L. Ten Bis Ltd. (“10bis”)

Knock N’ Lock Ltd.

Elad Ronen Holdings Ltd. and Mr. & Mrs. Ronen and Carmit Elad

Ananey Communications Group

TÜRK TUBORG BİRA VE MALT SANAYİİ A.Ş

Dor Chemicals Ltd.

Dor Alon Energy Israel Ltd.

Tapugan Industries Ltd.

Hacarem Spirits Ltd.

Cabiran (1991) Ltd.

Fresh Start Ltd.

Uvision Air

Flying Spark Ltd.

Blue Tree Technologies Ltd.

Yeap Ltd.

The Jabotinsky Institute

WRVI Global Capital Managers LLC

Unorthodox Ventures

Makers Fund

Cardumen Capital SGEIC, S.A

Shaked Partners Ltd.

TMIR – Manufacturers Recycling Corporation in Israel Ltd.

ELA – Beverage Containers Collection Corporation Ltd.

Ecommunity – Social Corporation for Recycling of Electronic Waste Ltd.

Shareholders of Octarine, Inc.

Liberty Israel Venture Fund LLC.

Accel Partners Management LLP

Battery Ventures L.P.

Sorenson Ventures

Catalyst-CEL China-Israel Fund

General Catalyst Partners

Marker LLC

WRVI Global Capital Managers LLC

TPG Growth

Scale Venture Partners

Rio Ventures Inc.

Glilot Capital Partners

Balderton Capital (UK) LLP

Unorthodox Ventures

YL Ventures

Work highlights

  • Represented Thoma Bravo Advantage (SPAC) in its announced merger with ironSource.
  • Advised Cisco Systems on its acquisitions of Epsagon, Sedona Systems and Portshift Software Technologies.
  • Represented Hot in its ILS170m agreement with IBC – Israel Broadband Company (2013), whereby Hot will joint IBC’s fibre-optic project as a partner

Gornitzky & Co.

Gornitzky & Co. continues to increase its share of cross-border transactions, particularly those involving heavily regulated industries, including technology, life sciences and banking. The firm also benefited from the surge in SPAC-related deals over the past year and represented US-based SPACs in a string of high-profile deals. Private equity is another strong suit and the firm counts several global funds among its clients, including BlackRock. Chaim Friedland advises Israeli and foreign clients on corporate and capital markets transactions, with niche expertise in private equity-related work. Elite Elkon is widely recognised for her experience in financial services-related M&A. Chairman Pinhas Rubin has a strong reputation for corporate and tax matters. Yehonatan Raff is also noted for his growing prominence in technology-related deals.

Practice head(s):

Chaim Friedland; Elite Elkon

Other key lawyers:

Shlomo Landress; Yehonatan Raff; Ori Yitzhak; Nir Knoll

Testimonials

‘The team is made of native English-speaking lawyers, which gave me great assurance in having English language contracts drafted precisely while taking into account the particularities of Israeli law.’

‘I worked with Yehonatan Raff and Chaim Friedland, both down-to-earth people with a high service mentality and the right amount of fighting spirit, and first and foremost with an excellent expertise in the area of M&A. I much appreciated Chaim’s ability to give good practical advice stemming from experience and Yehonatan’s drafting skills and efficient work style.’

Key clients

FinTech Acquisitions Corp V

10X Capital Venture

Software Acquisition Group, Inc.

3D Systems

(1) Clal Insurance Company; (2) Migdal Insurance Company; (3) Leumi Partners; (4) Aurec Capital; (5) Study Fund for Teachers and Nursery Workers

Allergan Aesthetics

Nuvei Corporation

Gemspring Capital and Rapid Displays, Inc.

Rapyd Financial Network (2016) Ltd.

Poalim Capital Markets Ltd.

Priority Software Ltd.

BlackRock Financial Managements

(1) Poalim Capital Markets; (2) Harel Insurance Company; (3) Harel Wiesel

Work highlights

  • Represented FinTech Acquisitions Corp V  (SPAC) in its business combination with eToro Group.
  • Represented Canada-based Nuvei in its $250m acquisition of SimplexCC.
  • Represented Rapyd in its $100m acquisition of Icelandic payments company Valitor.

Gross Law Firm – GKH

Gross Law Firm – GKH‘s full-service corporate and M&A practice advises clients at all stage of their growth, from seed companies through to major global corporates. The team leans on the firm’s top-tier start-up practice to provide a leading offering in advising emerging companies, with sources praising its ‘great experience with first-rate start-ups in various fields and high-end venture capital funds’. At the other end of the spectrum, it is a popular choice to represent multinationals in Israel-related deals, particularly US and China-based clients. International M&A head Richard Mann specialises in sophisticated cross-border transactions. Esther Koren leads the local M&A practice and advises on corporate, M&A and securities matters. Moshe Ganot, who advises on transactional and governance issues, and hi-tech and venture capital specialist Amir Raz are also recommended.

Practice head(s):

Esther Koren; Richard Mann

Other key lawyers:

Amir Raz; Moshe Ganot

Testimonials

‘This is a phenomenal practice! Always super helpful, savvy, business oriented, well connected, great experience with first rate start-ups in various fields and high-end venture capital funds.’

‘Amir Raz, the one and only, is our go-to guy. We’re super happy with his attention and service. He is very experienced, and always comes up with great advice and helpful solutions. We really cannot be happier with his partnership with us and we highly recommend him to other entrepreneurs.’

‘In general – one of the obvious strengths is the size of the firm and the multiple fields of expertise. In addition, the teams I’ve worked with, sometimes from different departments, have worked well together.’

In the commercial field – I think Esther Koren has the creative mind and a personal character that really assists both sides in complex negotiations. Her practical approach, together with years of experience, are truly an asset in commercial transactions.

In the corporate and securities field I think Esther Koren demonstrates strengths in her ability to reach understandings when needed – with officers, directors, shareholders, authorities (SEC) etc. This, combined with the firm’s professionality and experience, makes the work productive and fruitful.’

Ayelet Krispin, who works with us together with Esther Koren, is exceptional in her wide knowledge, and this – combined with her deep understanding of the client’s needs – makes her an asset to the team.

Key clients

Accelmed Partners

Amiad Water Systems Ltd.

Amidar the Israeli National Public Housing Company Ltd.

Battery Ventures

Brainsway Ltd

CHS Industries Ltd

Clal Biotechnology Industries (CBI)

Clal Insurance

CR Eco Holdings Ltd.

De Beers

Deloitte Israel

Discount Investment Corporation Ltd.

Edwards Lifesciences Corporation

Egged Israel Transport Cooperative Society Ltd.

Elbit Imaging Ltd.

Elbit Medical Technologies

Elbit Systems

EL AL Israel Airlines Ltd.

Exigent Capital

FinTLV

First Manhattan Co.

Gav Yam

Genpact Limited

Goldman Sachs

Exigent Capital

Gav Yam

Genpact Limited

Goldman Sachs

Hadera Paper

Hanaco Group

Harman

IDB Development Corporation Ltd.

Iluminage Beauty

Insightec

Internet Gold

Insight Partners

Israel Rail

Israir Airlines

Israir Airlines

Lapidoth Israel Oil Prospectors Corp. Ltd.

Mehadrin Ltd.

Mekorot Water Company

Meta Networks Ltd.

Mishkei Hakibbutzim-Agricultural Cooperative Society

Moon Capital Ltd.

Nili Capital Partners

PBC – Property and Building Corp.

Phoenix Insurance

Ribbon Communications Inc.

SolGreen

Stockton Israel

Suny Electronics

Supercom Ltd

Syneron Medical Ltd. / Candela Corporation

Standard & Poor’s (S&P)

Tel-Ad Electronics Ltd.

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Israel

Tnuva

Vitania

Vitruvian Partners

Yahoo! Inc.

York Capital Management

Work highlights

  • Represented Insight Partners in all its investments into tech companies in Israel, totalling approximately $2.1bn.
  • Represented Property and Building Corporation on the sale of 100% of Ispro the Israeli Properties Rental Corp through two transactions.
  • Represented Egged Transport in a change of structure and transformation from a co-operative to a limited liability company.

Herzog Fox & Neeman

M&A powerhouseHerzog Fox & Neeman consistently lands key roles on many of the most high-profile deals that come to market. Widely recognised as a leader in cross-border transactions, the firm advises on headline inbound and outbound deals. The group’s ‘vast experience and expertise in all sectors‘ is also a key differentiator and it handles large transactions across all industry segments, with its recent experience spanning pioneering deals in the gaming sector. In 2021, Ehud Sol left to pursue other ventures. Ran Hai now heads the corporate and M&A department and is widely lauded by sources as one of the best corporate lawyers in the market. Capital markets head Nir Dash and transactional technology specialists Hanan Haviv and Yair Geva are also recommended. Asaf Nahum and Michal Herzfeld are active up-and-coming partners.

Other key lawyers:

Asaf Nahum; Michal Herzfeld; Adam Salkin; Niv Sivan

Testimonials

‘An M&A powerhouse, Herzog’s corporate and M&A group stands out among local firms. The group is comprised of talented and professional individuals with vast experience and expertise in all sectors.’

‘Herzog is Israel’s top one-stop-shop for legal services that cover virtually all business and personal aspects. The firm maintains a remarkably high level of quality, integrity and can-do attitude. Its attorneys are arguably the best in the trade. I can say without hesitation that they not once let me down, both in their readiness to support me and my company and in their competency to accomplish the tasks.’

‘Their command of the substantive transactional issues in venture stage deals and the cross-border issues that arise for a firm like ours that invests out of the US into Israeli companies makes them a valuable legal resource for us. Their ability to provide one-stop legal advice that covers local law, transactional terms, and structuring issues makes them a go to firm for us for deals in Israel.’

‘Ran Hai is hands-down the finest Israeli attorney for all corporate transactions, including sale and/or purchase of company shares, exits, M&A and similar complex corporate work. In short, for anybody seeking legal advice and support, irrespective of the field, I would most emphatically recommend working with Herzog.’

‘Ran Hai and Asaf Nahum are great lawyers with good commercial sense. They have exceptional drafting skills. They provide complex service very fast almost in real time. They know how to professionally and commercially negotiate with the other party’s lawyers. They organize the capabilities of HFN in the various departments in such a way that we receive quality and coordinated service.’

As a female CEO and co-founder, it was great working with Michal Herzfeld and her wonderful team which was composed mainly of talented women – showing the office has gender diversity (that is amazing!). The team was so attentive to our needs and we felt in good hands, since the quality of work was outstanding. I’ve recommended this office to many people I know from different industries.’

‘I mainly worked with Ran Hai and Adam Salkin. Ran is probably one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with. He is always available, always comes with the best solution and he is able to get us the desired result with the other side each and every time. Adam, is a very talented junior partner, he has a deep and thorough understanding of M&A and runs the deal smoothly, diligently and pleasantly.’

‘It is a pleasure to consult with Niv Sivan: His knowledge and availability are superb and he has a strong understanding of the business needs.’

Key clients

Draft Kings Inc.

Datto Holding Corp

Valor Private Equity Partners

Thomas H. Lee Partners

Altshuler Shaham

Plus 500

Kape

Rapid7

Ragnar Crossover Fund

Mellanox Technologies

Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd

Apax Partners; AMI Opportunities Fund

Israel Electric Corporation Ltd.

Fuhrer family / Neopharm Group

Paz Oil Company Ltd.

Leumi Partners Ltd.

Discount Capital Ltd.

888 Holdings plc

Superbet

Il Makiage

Microsoft

GE HealthCare

Rockwell Automation

AlgaeCore

Audemars Piguet

ServiceNow

Ariston

Airspan

L Catterton

FedEx

Flex

Clal Industries

Shikun & Binui

Cellcom Israel Ltd.

Deep Instinct

Coralogix Ltd.

Cartica AI

Proteantecs Ltd.

Sisense Ltd.

Augury, Inc.

Battery Ventures

D-Fend AD Ltd.

Fundbox Ltd.

Sportority Limited

NEA

Dremio Corporation

Theta Ray

Philips

Remagine Media Ventures, L.P.

Hyperwise Ventures Fund, L.P.

Oktopost

Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance

Sumitomo Chemicals Corporation

Sun Corporation

Perforce

Top Seeds International

Dentsu Corporation

Eisai Pharmaceutical

Decoy Biosystems

NEC

Tokyo Electron

Enlight Renewable Energies Ltd.

Noy Fund 1 and Noy Fund 3

RICOR Systems 2011 – Agricultural Cooperative Society Ltd

Meitav Dash Investments Ltd.

Meshek Energy, Renewable Energies Ltd.

Electron Wireless Ltd.

Augwind Energy Tech. Storage Ltd.

Canadian Solar Israel Ltd.

CTS Eventim Israel

Work highlights

  • Advised TWC Tech Holdings II Corp, a SPAC traded on the Nasdaq, on its $2.4bn merger with Cellebrite.
  • Advised IEC on its NIS4bn sale of the Ramat Hovav power plant following a public tender.
  • Advised Global Infrastructure Partners on the $700m sale of Competitive Power Ventures to OPC Energy.

Meitar Law Offices

Meitar Law Offices is held up by some as ‘the most experienced practice‘ in the corporate and M&A field, with sources praising the group’s comprehensive coverage and ability to call on other, equally well equipped, departments as required. The firm’s dominant hi-tech offering ensures it is routinely involved in major technology-related M&A. It also shines in cross-border and private equity transactions. Dan Shamgar is a ‘strong business partner‘ and acted on a raft of hi-tech deals over the past year. Dan Geva routinely acts for Israeli and foreign clients on complex M&A and corporate finance matters. Shira Azran is a ‘real deal-maker‘ with a growing profile for technology-related work. Clifford Felig, who is highly regarded for his broad corporate expertise, Mike Rimon , Itay Frishman and senior associate Dorin Pendus are also noted.

Practice head(s):

Dan Geva; Dan Shamgar; Clifford Felig

Other key lawyers:

Mike Rimon; Itay Frishman; Shira Azran; Tali Lungin; Dorin Pendus

Testimonials

‘Meitar is not just the largest, but also the most experienced practice in cross-border M&A, private equity and venture capital investing and complex capital market transactions. The firm also has a wide and deep branch of auxiliary practices in the fields of taxation, labor law, litigation, taxation etc.- which ensures that we are 360 legally covered.’

‘Dan Shamgar’s capabilities go far beyond being an excellent counsel but also a strong business partner who can help you as a customer to craft and refine your strategic approach to the case.’

‘Shira Azran is a real deal-maker who is constantly ensuring the the customer receives not only the best legal advice but also the negotiation and the dealing are aimed at achieving practical, efficient and business-minded results.’

Key clients

Francisco Partners

eToro

Optimal Plus Ltd.

Amdocs

Moon Active

CyberX

Thoma Bravo &

Bridgecrew

Microsoft

Stratasys Ltd.

Verint Systems

Armis Security

Sapiens International Corporation

ironSource Ltd.

ChemomAB Ltd.

Experitest Ltd.

Lumenis Ltd.

Mastercard International Incorporated

Ultra Clean Holding Inc.

Work highlights

  • Represented Taboola in its IPO through a SPAC merger on the Nasdaq, and also represented Taboola in its $800m acquisition of Connexity.
  • Advised both JFrog and Vdoo on JFrog’s $300m acquisition of Israeli start-up Vdoo.
  • Represented ironSource in its merger with a Thoma Bravo-backed SPAC.

Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.

Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. represents local and international companies, private equity funds and financial institutions on a broad range of M&A, joint ventures and other corporate matters. FIMI Private Equity Funds, the largest private equity fund in Israel, is a trophy client and the firm advised it on several recent deals, including on its NIS700m acquisition of RAFA Laboratories. Sharon Amir is widely considered to rank among the market leaders for M&A and is a key relationship partner for FIMI. Capital markets head Tuvia Geffen has strong international expertise and sources commend his ‘excellent understanding of other markets and legal systems‘. Managing partner Tal Eliasaf and up-and-coming partner Meital Zimberg Lederman are also recommended.

Practice head(s):

Sharon Amir

Other key lawyers:

Tuvia Geffen; Tal Eliasaf; Meital Zimberg Lederman

Testimonials

‘Responsive, commercial and user-friendly.’

‘Tuvia Geffen has excellent understanding of other markets and legal systems, as well as Israel. Rolls his sleeves up and is very commercial.’

‘I have worked with Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. and specifically with Tal Eliasaf on a few M&A transactions. I think it is the leading M&A law firm in Israel. The firm’s M&A team members have great international capabilities. The team is very responsive and has great attention to detail. They provide great service and work very well together. They also cooperate very well with other lawyers in other jurisdictions.’

‘I work mainly with Tal Eliasaf and his team. My experience with Tal is amazing. Tal is a tremendous negotiator with excellent problem-solving skills. He is extremely dedicated to us and he is very business-oriented. For us Tal is not only a lawyer but also a strategic advisor and I will always want him by my side in the most critical of moments.’

Key clients

The FIMI Private Equity Funds

Gilat Satellite Networks

Tremor International

Elco

Electra

Temasek

Samsung Electronics Co.

NSO Group Technologies

Aeronautics

Rafa Labratories

Check Point

Rivulis Irrigation Systems

Bet Shemesh Engines

Wix

Cardiovascular Systems

Terrain Technologies

Cannabliss

Poalim Capital Markets

Masco Corp.

Ham-Let

Fyber

Caesarstone

Herolo Technologies

Intsights Cyber Intelligence

Work highlights

  • Represented FIMI Private Equity Funds on the NIS450m acquisition of a 62.51% stake in EMET Computing.
  • Represented Clearwave Corporation and Frontier Growth in their acquisition of Odoro.
  • Represented Rivulis Irrigation on the $450m sale of the company to Temasek.

S. Horowitz & Co

S. Horowitz & Co scores highly for its willingness ‘to go the extra mile to get the deal done‘. The firm has a thriving transactional practice, which advises domestic and global clients across the full gamut of M&A, joint ventures, hostile takeovers and compliance issues. It also stands out for its strength in the heavily regulated industries, particularly life sciences, telecoms, infrastructure and insurance. Clifford Davis possesses ‘commercial as well as legal nous‘ and brings to bear strong experience in cross-border transactions. Amit Steinman also has a significant international dimension to his practice and routinely represents clients based in the US, Europe and Japan. Shlomi Delgo is an increasingly prominent younger partner.

Practice head(s):

Clifford Davis; Amit Steinman

Other key lawyers:

Shlomi Delgo

Testimonials

‘The S. Horowitz team is highly professional. Every task, even the most residual one, is performed with the highest attention to details (without forgetting the essence) and in a structured and orderly manner. The team knows well the business and the law disciplines they are dealing with.’

‘We have been working with Adv. Amit Steinman and Adv. Shlomi Delgo for many years. They are both highly professional, reliable and affable to work with. They have many years of experience and a lot of legal and business knowledge and in the bottom line they know well how to identify and accomplish their client’s most important goals in each transaction.’

‘The corporate/M&A team at S. Horowitz offers a high-quality, full-service package, bringing in specialists as required and maintaining an impressively consistent level of attention to detail. The practice contains experienced M&A practitioners with expertise in multiple sectors. The approach is partner-led / single point of contact, which aids efficiency especially where English is not first language.’

‘Clifford Davis stands out for his industrious and attentive approach. His negotiation style is reassuringly straightforward, focussing only on the value items required to secure the best commercial outcome. He retains his good humour throughout and is a pleasure to work with.’

‘S. Horowitz are always our go-to firm in Israel because of their willingness to go the extra mile to get the deal done and ensure a smooth transactional process. They are always technically excellent and know when to push on the commercial points.’

‘Business sense – that’s the key magic ingredient here. I feel they are part of the team and add exceptional value. We are in the process of rolling out an innovative new concept in online publishing in Israel. It involves considerable work in a new field. Frankly, we couldn’t have done it without the assistance of Clifford Davis and his team.’

‘We mainly work with Clifford Davis, although we have worked with others in the past. Clifford has been our rock – fantastic at getting the job done. Adding commercial as well as legal “nous” – his knowledge of the law, negotiating skills and his ability to guide us has been nothing less than outstanding.’

Key clients

Seal Air Corporation

Leumi Partners Limited

Tres Comas L.P.

Water Street Healthcare Partners

Srearline Labs Limited

Marsh UK Limited

Advent International

Pathfinder Strategic Credit Fund

Minrav Projects Limited

Ashdod Port Company Limited

Israel Electric Corporation (IEC)

Teva Group

IIF – Israel Infrastructure Fund

Francisco Partners

TA Associates

Elyakim Ben-Ari Ltd.

ReadyMix Industries Israel Ltd.

Publicis Groupe and its wholly owned Dutch subsidiary, Publicis Groupe Holdings BV

Minrav Group Ltd.

YCC Global Investments Ltd.

Paz Oil Company Ltd.

AT&T

Danaher Corporation

Booking.com

Cardinal Health

Chengdu Kanghong Pharmaceutical Group Co

The Phoenix Holdings Ltd.

Megorit Israel Ltd.

Rhythm One PLC

Groupe Rocher

AIG Europe Limited

Clal Insurance Ltd.

BullGuard Ltd.

Bank Hapoalim Ltd.

Bank Mizrahi Tefahot

Isracard

Work highlights

  • Represented Advent International on the acquisition of Nasdaq-traded Forescout Technologies.
  • Advised, together with Meitar Law Offices, TA Associates on its acquisition of a controlling 55% stake in Priority Software.
  • Advised Minrav Group on its NIS750m acquisition, via a reverse triangular merger, by a group of investors, and also on its NIS600m sale of subsidiary Minrav Projects to Israel Canada.

Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.

Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.‘s corporate group demonstrates ‘an international standard of work and professionalism‘. The team acts for a diverse raft of major multinational and domestic clients, with strong showings in the life sciences, healthcare and hi-tech sectors. It also enjoys close relationships with major global law firms, who turn for the firm for local advice in cross-border transactions. Michael Barnea is sought after for complex M&A and corporate finance deals and recently led on matters for Migdal Group and Johnson & Johnson Development Corporation. Ariella Dreyfuss has a ‘great command of all facets of corporate hi-tech and M&A work‘.

Practice head(s):

Michael Barnea

Other key lawyers:

Yuval Lazi; Ariella Dreyfuss; Ilan Blumenfeld

Testimonials

‘The firm earns highest marks in my opinion for its people, its expertise and its approach to collaboration. Not only does the firm have truly excellent lawyers with deep skill sets in the identified areas of practice (i.e., commercial, corporate and M&A), but it approaches each engagement with practicality, efficiency and a commitment to meaningful teamwork.’

‘Efficient and knows how to work with start-ups. Friendly and easy to work with. Focuses on the important things.’

‘The team is extremely commercial, pragmatic and focused on delivering a good outcome for its client. They generally demonstrate flexibility and are available to address clients needs. They compare well with the large global firms we work with and I see an international standard of work and professionalism.’

‘I’ve worked with Barnea for a couple of years. The team is comprised of absolutely top-class lawyers for any all complex commercial issues. They are extremely reliable, and their finished products are perfect. They have a clear advantage over their competitors, in that they can provide elite cross-border legal advice.’

‘Michael (Micky) Barnea is an excellent lawyer. He delivers premium quality, both in M&A and complex structuring issues. He is remarkable in all aspects of his activity. I would like to recommend Yuval Lazi as well. Yuval is a very high-quality partner. He is very well organized, committed and pragmatic.’

‘I worked closely with Micky Barnea who is a unique combination of high-quality lawyer with deep business understanding. Can-do approach. Generates creative solutions for complex businesses and legal situations’

‘Ariella Dreyfuss is an extraordinary corporate lawyer with a tremendously broad and deep experience base who has a great command of all facets of corporate hi-tech and M&A work. Ariella has a “can do” approach to everything she does, consistently delivers work of the highest quality imbued with just the right dose of pragmatism.’

‘Our ongoing counsel is Ilan Blumenfeld – he advises us on all our commercial activities and engagements worldwide, with suppliers, clients and online platforms, etc. Ilan is a skilled negotiator and deal maker. He brings added value to the table and brings an extraordinary level of commitment.’

Key clients

Azrieli Group

Johnson & Johnson Development Corporation

Migdal Group

Datum BioTech Ltd. and its non-wholly owned subsidiary, Datum Dental Ltd.

Warburg Pincus

Brookfield Technology Partners

TipRanks

Danel Group

GNRGY

Kedma Capital

Work highlights

  • Advised Migdal Group on its investments in fintech companies, including its investment in Sunbit as part of a series D funding round.
  • Represented Azrieli Group in its acquisitions in Israel and abroad.
  • Represented Johnson & Johnson Development Corporation in its investments in Israeli medtech companies.

M. Firon & Co Advocates and Notaries

M. Firon & Co Advocates and Notaries ' ‘in-depth understanding of technology‘ strikes the right note in the market; the group also counts real estate, gaming and financial services among its sweet spots. Cross-border transactions are another significant driver of work and the firm is routinely involved in deals with Nasdaq-traded companies. Key figure Jacob Enoch attracts praise for his unique combination of transactional, commercial and litigation expertise. Other key contacts include capital markets specialist Udi Efron, technology-focused partner Jacob Sarov and head of the firm Zvi Firon.

Practice head(s):

Zvi Firon; Jacob Enoch; Eytan Epstein

Other key lawyers:

David Abadi; Udi Efron; Jacob Sarov; David Yaacobi

Testimonials

‘M. Firon are on top of their game. Really spectacular. In-depth understanding of technology, huge experience in the sector, many capable individuals and stellar partners. The M&A team is on a level of its own with cross-border transaction experience in abundance. The are our go-to firm for anything complicated or sensitive.’

‘We have used Firon as our counsel for acquisition of tech companies in Israel. Firon has done a great job of helping us navigate local law and custom. Firon also did a thorough and great job with due diligence review.’

We have been impeccably represented by the superior team at Firon & Co. They are quick, business savvy, brilliant negotiators and highly experienced. The most impressive team in Israel for tech M&A.’

‘Jacob Enoch – our go to person. One of the elite attorneys in Israel. A formidable deal-maker, one of his kind, a whiz in court, the mind behind our strategy. Fantastic. Very knowledgeable in healthcare-related regulation. Was invaluable during the Covid pandemic.

‘Jacob Enoch – not just an M&A lawyer. An expert in tech law and technology in general (as a veteran of the software industry) and in finance (as an ex investment banker). Being also a litigator he is really well positioned to identify pitfalls. All in all the #1 lawyer out there for any deal.’

Udi Efron – a capital markets whiz. Was invaluable when we went public this year, Also a strong transactional lawyer.’

Jacob Sarov is an outstanding practitioner in M&A and corporate matters, providing high quality of legal services.

David Yaacobi is a truly promising up and coming partner. Remarkable experience and expertise for his young age.’

Key clients

Mega Or Holdings

Elbit Systems

IBM

Entain

Zur Shamir

Direct Insurance

Rani Zim – Value Capital

Novolog

Bait Bakfar

SoulBrain

Diplomat

Ashtrom Group

MasterCard

Direct Finance

Dan Hotels

Ashdar

DHL

3M

Delek

Adgar

Guangzhou Sino-Israel Bio-industry Venture Capital Investment Fund (LLP)

Aerodrom

El – Srad

C. Mer

Work highlights

  • Represented Mega Or Holdings in its NIS1.1bn acquisition of Discount Investment (IDB).
  • Represented Rani Zim and Value Capital in the NIS510m acquisition of Psagot.
  • Advised Novolog in the potential acquisition of Germany-based Medflex.

Agmon with Tulchinsky Law Firm

Agmon with Tulchinsky Law Firm, which is the result of a December 2022 merger between Agmon & Co. Rosenberg Hachohen & Co. and Tulchinsky Marciano Cohen Levitski & Co, has a signature strength in healthcare and life sciences translating into a corporate practice with a focus on venture capital and corporate finance matters. Clients include start-ups through to major multinational companies and the firm is consistently involved in cross-border transactions. Menachem Tulchinsky combines corporate and tax expertise and is recognised for his experience in life sciences-related deals. Ehud Arad also specialises in life sciences. David Cohen advises hi-tech and industrial companies in local and cross-border transactions. Osnat Sarusi-Firstater is also noted for hi-tech deals. Dan Hacohen has expertise in transactions in the energy sector.

Practice head(s):

Menachem Tulchinsky; David Cohen; Uri Barak; Dafna Achiam Tal; Ehud Arad; Dan Hacohen

Other key lawyers:

Alon Tabak Aviram; Gershon Shalom-Winter; Shirel Guttman Amira; Osnat Sarusi Firstater; Yifat Tsafrir; Assaf Danziger; Evyatar Sadeh

Testimonials

The firm is very client-oriented. They go out of their way to provide timely expert advice. The team is very talented and responsive. They have expertise to support significant corporate and M&A transactions.’

The firm is highly skilled, very responsive and has broad range of experience in transactions of all sizes. Good team work. The team has vast experience, is very attentive, knowledgeable and efficient. Very professional and dedicated. The team has great attention to detail while being efficient and practical.’

The firm’s lawyers – both partners and associates – are always available, and provide high quality and practical legal advice even on short notice. Dafna Achiam Tal is an outstanding counsel – extremely professional, creative with strong business understanding and dedication.’

‘An accurate combination of professionalism, approach and services — and everything at eye level’

‘Assaf Danziger is amazing! As is all the rest of the team.’

Key clients

Ziv Health Care

Luneau Technology

RedHill Biopharma Ltd.

Tevel Aerobotics Technologies LTD

Tupaia Ltd.

CRV (Charles River Ventures)

RA Capital

Integra Holdings Ltd.

Fagron

Work highlights

  • Advised RedHill Biopharma in relation to the termination of a license agreement with Salix Pharmaceuticals and the regaining of the worldwide exclusive rights to RHB-106.
  • Represented Tevel Aerobotics Technologies in a Series B preferred share investment by Japan-based Kubota Corporation.
  • Represented France-headquartered Luneau Technology in its acquisition of California-based medical device company Optovue by way of a reverse triangular merger.

Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary

Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary represents a growing portfolio of foreign clients in M&A transactions, with its recent international experience spanning the US, Europe, Asia and Latin America. The pharmaceutical sector is a core source of instructions and it also has strong experience in technology-related work. Ian Rostowsky advises on the full range of commercial law and corporate transactions, with a focus on hi-tech. Yoav Etzyon specialises in corporate finance work, including venture capital, private equity and M&A.

Practice head(s):

Yoav Etzyon; Ian Rostowsky

Key clients

ObserveIt Ltd.

Dupont Safety & Construction, Inc.

Meridian Bioscience, Inc.

Aspire Global PLC

Gentex Corporation

SafeDK Ltd.

F2 Capital Partners Ltd.

The Time Innovations Ltd.

Zifroni Chemicals Supplies Ltd.(ZCS)

Namogoo Technologies Ltd.

Panorama Software Inc.

Stage One Capital

Orpheus Medical

Amadeus Capital

Bessemer Venture Partners

AllCloud BSD Ltd.

Intercom Ltd.

Frieh Associés

Magic Software Enterprises Ltd.

The Nielsen Company

ChameleonX

WakingApp

Nayax Ltd.

Magma Venture

Work highlights

  • Advised Gentex on the acquisition of Guardian Optical Technologies.
  • Advised Aspire Global on the acquisition of BtoBet.
  • Advised IM Cannabis on the acquisition of MYM Nutraceuticals.

H-F & Co.

H-F & Co.‘s focus on the hi-tech arena ensures it is well versed in a range of areas, including M&A, corporate finance and general commercial matters. The firm houses a leading start-up practice and it is also called upon to advise multinational technology companies on inbound investments. Nitzan Hirsch-Falk specialises in representing technology start-ups, financial investors and venture capital funds on corporate transactions. Yuval Oren also acts for hi-tech and venture capital clients on investment matters.

Practice head(s):

Nitzan Hirsch-Falk; Yuval Oren; Ora Templeman; Maor Levran

Testimonials

‘Lawyers are very professional, have a lot of knowledge about the market and are always available.’

Key clients

Moovit App Global Ltd.

Mimecast Ltd.

Care.com Inc.

Kaltura Inc.

Group11

Akamai Technologies, Inc.

Ubimo

Tipalti Solutions Ltd.

Vast Data Ltd.

Optibus Ltd.

LogMeIn, Inc.

BioHarvest

Constellation Software

MaxLinear Inc.

Salto Labs, Inc.

PatientPop, Inc.

Talon Security Ltd.

PatientPop, Inc.

Volaris Group Inc.

Vela Software

PomVom Ltd.

Kindite Ltd.

Work highlights

  • Advised Dlocal on a range of corporate and commercial transactions, including on the $200m sale of company shares to General Atlantic.
  • Represented Alcide.IO in its acquisition by US-based Rapid7.
  • Represented PomVom in its acquisition of all assets of Picsolve, as well as on its IPO on the TASE.

Lipa Meir & Co

Lipa Meir & Co‘s corporate practice has recently demonstrated its diverse sector expertise by handling deals in the transport, technology, defence and energy spheres, among others. The group has also continued to expand its international horizons, with a string of cross-border deals spanning the US, Europe, Asia and Africa. Corporate head Uzi Mor has broad industry experience, with niche expertise in matters relating to co-operatives. Gary Copelovitz, who specialises in healthcare and life sciences, and international M&A head Ziv Preis are also noted.

Practice head(s):

Uzi Mor; Ziv Preis; Gary Copelovitz

Testimonials

‘The team that accompanies us from Lipa Meir law firm is highly professional with specific and unique knowledge. The team serves as an advisory team, supports on commercial contracts and M&A, participates in negotiations on agreements and represents us in litigation when needed.’

Key clients

Oyster Enterprises Acquisition Corp

Tnuva

Clalit Health Services

Cosmos Capital

Foresight Autonomous Holdings Ltd. (“Foresight”)

Astral Hotels Ltd.

The Lubinsky Group

Global Automax

Mor Institute for Medical Data Ltd.

Ginegar Plastic Products

The Israeli Ministry of Defense

Shekel Brainweigh

Dalia Power Energy

Alon Tavor Group

Meshek Solar Energy

The Kibbutz Economies Group

Cogito Capital

Klirmark Fund

Ayalon Insurance Company Ltd.

Monday Swiss UK

Work highlights

  • Represented Astral Hotels in its acquisition of the Queen Sheba Hotel and its adjacent mall.
  • Acted for UK-based MondaySwiss on its sale of a 51% stake in the company to TSX-listed Incredible Foods.
  • Advised Australia-based Cosmos Capital on its merger with clinical stage biopharmaceutical company, Wize Pharma.

Shibolet & Co.

Shibolet & Co. finds favour for its ‘creative and innovative legal solutions‘. The firm houses an increasingly prominent corporate practice, which is a popular choice to support clients in the technology, life sciences and energy sectors on domestic and cross-border M&A and venture capital transactions. Lior Aviram leads the hi-tech and venture capital practice and specialises in technology-related deals. Gadi Ouzan, who also has a focus on technology transactions, is a ‘true deal-maker‘.

Practice head(s):

Lior Aviram

Other key lawyers:

Gadi Ouzan; Tom Small; Noga Kedem Mesika

Testimonials

‘Quality, availability and speed of service make Shibolet very unique. It provides creative and innovative legal solutions that allows the business to run with minimal interruptions.’

‘The scope, complexity, and professional abilities required and shown by Shibolet are of the highest standard. Our commercial activity focuses on the international market and most of the work is cross-border. From a corporate perspective, our company is incorporated in Delaware and has many foreign investors. Shibolet represents us in all aspects of international commercial activities.’

The Shibolet team as a whole is an inseparable part of our current operation, working similarly to an “in-house” legal team. In addition to the great core team that provides us with the bulk of the services, Shibolet’s ancillary services share the same high quality, attention, and responsiveness.’

Responsiveness, professionalism and above all, a healthy balance between the legal aspects and the business needs. They find solutions rather than say what can’t be done.’

‘Shibolet’s vast experience and deep know-how in many aspects of commercial, corporate and M&A, their professional approach, understanding of technology companies’ needs, responsiveness and flexible billing to different stages of a technology company as well as excellence in execution in various aspects make the difference compared to other law firms.’

‘Their collaborative and positive approach and their innovative and creative solutions provided over the years have enabled us to grow from a small start-up to a successful public company, while closing meaningful investment rounds and commercial deals.’

Gadi Ouzan is immensely knowledgeable and professional in all legal aspects that are related to the ongoing legal and strategic operation of the company. He is a true deal-maker and is highly attentive, responsive, and insightful in providing us with a full scope of legal services.

Tom Small’s work is of the highest professional standard, with great attention to detail and a remarkable ability to manage, oversee and solve complex transactional and legal matters and challenges. Noga Kedem Mesika is a highly dedicated and experienced professional with whom I enjoy working. She is client and deal-oriented and sees the big picture.’

Key clients

CartiHeal

EmendoBio Inc.

TIBA

Taboola

Livestock Improvement

Elbit Systems

Elron

RDD Pharma Ltd.

ApiFix Ltd.

Shanghai Sunic Capital Management Co., Ltd.

Techaya Ltd.

The Phoenix Insurance Company

HaShomron Dairies

RDC – Rafael Development Corporation Ltd.

Kindite Ltd.

Morgan Stanley & Goldman Sachs

SearchLight Capital Partners

Baidu Inc.

Gideon Feiner, CEO and Founder of Polymer Logistics

Deep Analytics Ltd.

Work highlights

  • Advised supermarket chain Freshmarket on its NIS2.1bn acquisition by Paz Oil Company.
  • Advised Beyeonics in several matters, including on a $26m Series B financing.
  • Advised TIBA on the $159m sale of its subsidiaries in the US to FAAC.

Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM)

Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM)‘s ‘fast understanding of a foreign jurisdiction’s particularities‘ ensures that global clients return to firm for support on cross-border transactions — and it has handled numerous international deals in recent months. The ‘innovativeNimrod Rosenblum is well versed in M&A, private equity and venture capital. Ron Abelski heads the German desk and counts Daimler and Fresenius Medical Care as clients.

Practice head(s):

Nimrod Rosenblum

Other key lawyers:

Ron Abelski; Jeremy Seeff; Amnon Epstein

Testimonials

‘ERM’s M&A is unique in three ways and this is why we work with them regularly and exclusively: 1. They are dealmakers, 2. They are international, 3. They are commercial.’

‘High responsiveness, high knowledge, high negotiation skills, high interaction skills, fast understanding of a foreign jurisdiction’s particularities.’

‘Multi-jurisdictional experience with multilingual staff (all of them).’

‘The team is very knowledgeable and responsive as well as giving ‘pragmatic’ and ‘commercial’ advice, and showing ‘commitment.’

‘Nimrod Rosenblum is a strong advocate for his client, offering strategic and actionable advice, evaluating and clearly prioritizing the key issues in complex situations and proactively anticipating concerns from counterparties in negotiations.’

‘Jeremy Seeff provides a very high service level.’

‘The partner we work with is Ron Abelski and we love working with him because of his dealmaker attitude and, no less important, he just understands our needs and knows what is and what is not important to us. He is also a great negotiator without being arrogant.’

‘Nimrod Rosenblum, Amnon Epstein and Jeremy Seeff provided excellent service to any client I referred to them. They were literally available 24/7 and are very experienced, trying to make the deal happen but not at any cost. A pleasure to work with. All three have a DNA of making it happen while not losing touch with the details. Nimrod will always come up with innovative ideas, Jeremy will be willing to review the agreement again just before signing etc.’

Key clients

Andbank

Blackstone

Bookaway

Bregal Milestone

Capital One

Daimler AG

Econergy

Eliran Solar

E.ON

European Energy Exchange

FAAC Group

Faerch Plast A/S

Fosun Group

Fresenius Medical Care

Future Energy Ventures

GoTo Global

Happiness Capital

HCL Technologies

Indian Oil Corporation

Innogy

Intelligo

IQVIA

Iskoor

JellyFish

Kape Technologies PLC

Karamba Security

Kedma Capital

Prime Energy

Leader Investments

MDT – Micro Diamond Technologies

On Clinic Advanced Medical Institute

Platinum Partners

Red Sea Group

Replies AI

Setpoint

SoftBank

Tahal Group

Timon Limited

Tufin

Turbogen

William Hill

Work highlights

  • Advised E.ON on the Israeli aspects of the $27bn merger squeeze-out of Innogy as part of the merger between E.ON and RWE, and also on the €250m spin-out of Future Energy Ventures from E.ON.
  • Advised Kedma Capital, and its wholly owned subsidiary Iskoor Metals, on a portfolio acquisition of a metal tools producer.
  • Advised Italy-based FAAC on the $159m acquisition of TIBA Parking Systems.

FWMK (Furth, Wilensky, Mizrachi, Knaani)

FWMK (Furth, Wilensky, Mizrachi, Knaani)‘s practice covers the full corporate life cycle, from research and development agreements, through to joint ventures and M&A. Clients include domestic and international companies, individuals and funds, with strong showings in technology, private equity and life sciences-related transactions. M&A head Udi Knaani advises on financing and acquisition deals in Israel and abroad. Hi-tech specialist Erez Mizrachi and commercial partner Ayelet Oscar are also noted.

Practice head(s):

Udi Knaani; Erez Mizrachi

Other key lawyers:

Ayelet Oscar; Itai Farkash

Testimonials

‘The firm is unique in its capabilities to act as a team. They are customer-focused, they understand the business side alongside legal needs, and know how to deliver the service in an extremely professional way. The culture of this firm supports diversity and non-profit activity — “doing good” alongside profitability.’

‘Udi Knaani and Erez Mizrachi have both proven that with a direct approach, honesty and dedication you can deliver the best service to your customer. I feel they are my partners rather than service providers. They know my business, they understand the way I work and think, and they move with me to optimize the business.’

‘FWMK is a very professional firm in any field that we need them. Although they have many customers, they give us a personal and fast treatment. The idea that they have different lawyers who specialise in different fields (contracts, labour, IP, etc.) gives us the confidence to trust their recommendations and decisions.’

‘The office is still intimate, so you know the people you work with, unlike the very large firms which became so big you don’t know anyone anymore. Their team is impressive in understanding the business perspectives and adjusting the legal agreements in an optimal way to sustain the deal.’

‘Udi Knaani is most likely the best and sharpest commercial lawyer that I know. He deeply understands all intricacies of deal structuring, including deep understanding in financial/accounting/taxation elements. I was always amazed to see how fast Itai Farkash could get acquainted with the new topics that we presented to him. He has the ability to understand your business needs and exposures very fast, and to express all that in agreements.’

‘We work closely with Itai Farkash and Udi Knaani. Both give best-in-class advice that combines creative thinking, commercial understanding, and a broad point of view. This is truly unparalleled according to my experience.’

‘Udi Knaani and Itai Farkash have great interpersonal skills, fantastic understanding of the legal requirements and changes in laws, rules and regulations, vast experience of similar transactions and a “business and creative” approach. Above all they are deal-makers that work as much as required in order to complete a transaction’.

Itai Farkash is an excellent business lawyer, he is very smart and has a wonderful business understanding and sharp senses to identify and focus on the important aspects of the deal, and the sensitivity, intelligence and wisdom to reach a great results while negotiating such aspects with the other party.

Key clients

Cleanetica

Amitim pension funds

Mediton

Maelys Cosmetics

Gevasol

Nera-Tech Media

More Investment House

Barinboim Group

Altshuler Shaham Group

Edmond de Rothschild (Israel)

SHL Telemedicine

Ace

Fire Arc Ltd.

Effi Capital

Somoto Ltd.

Mr. Ehud Barak, former Israeli Prime Minister

Golbary

Medica Medical Centre

Fineline Global PTE LTD

Alum Eshet (oman) ltd

Malca Amit

Oron-Group

Agan-engineering

Target Global VC

S. Schestowitz Ltd.

Assi Tuchmeir

Work highlights

  • Acted for Barinboim Group on several corporate transactions, including as leader of the consortium purchasing Finato Group for $210m.
  • Represented Somoto in its complex merger with Nostromo Energy.
  • Acted for Kedma Capital on a number of acquisitions, including on the purchase of 80% of the share capital of Computer C Data.

Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz

Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz handles a significant volume of cross-border corporate, commercial and investment fund work. Notably, its offices in the US and UK position it well to advise on deals in North America and Europe — it also benefits from an impressive list of country desks. Oded Kadosh advises emerging growth companies and investors on corporate matters. Yael Baratz, Ilan Gerzi and the ‘client-orientedGuy Lachmann are also recommended.

Practice head(s):

Oded Kadosh

Other key lawyers:

Yael Baratz; Ilan Gerzi; Guy Lachmann

Testimonials

‘Pearl Cohen is especially known for its strength in IP and technologies in Israel. They have capability in handling M&A and investment involving tech start-ups.’

‘Pearl Cohen’s team is available at flexible times and reliably accommodates the time zone constraints of a global company.’

‘Guy Lachmann is a senior partner at PC. He has significant knowledge and experience in representing VCs and tech start-ups in Israel. He is responsive, client-oriented and very easy to work with. He is trusted by many Japanese clients.’

Key clients

Lightricks Ltd.

Medi-Tate Ltd.

Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc.

Unbotify Ltd.

Keshet Broadcasting Ltd.

Quality by Vision Ltd.

Orgenesis Inc. (NASDAQ: ORGS)

BioTime Inc.

aMoon Fund, 83North Fund, EMC Corporation

Cyarx Technologies Ltd. (Siemplify)

Panaxia Pharmaceutical Industries Israel Ltd.

KAHR Medical Ltd.

Healthy Mize

Myndyou

Herodium Investments Ltd.

Convexum

In-Venture (CVC of Sumitomo Corporation)

Brand Industries Ltd.

DeepCube

Marpai, Inc.

Signals Analytics

Datum Dental

C2i Genomics

Lesico US, Inc.

340B Technologies, Inc. (Nuvem)

Work highlights

  • Represented Medi-Tate in its $300m sale to Japan’s Olympus.
  • Acted for DeepCube, an Israeli start-up, on its acquisition by Nano Dimension.
  • Advised Connatix Holdings on a significant investment made into the company by Court Square Capital Partners.

S. Friedman, Abramson & Co.

S. Friedman & Co. Advocates & Notaries‘ ‘professional, creative and assertive‘ group has an emphasis on representing Israeli clients on corporate matters, with a strong record in the retail, transport and life sciences sectors. Department head Sarit Molcho advises on M&A, capital raising transactions and corporate governance issues. Ifat Minzer-Koll‘s practice has a strong tax dimension. Guy Sasportas is a ‘great supporting associate‘.

Practice head(s):

Sarit Molcho; Ifat Minzer-Koll

Other key lawyers:

Efrat Shuster; Guy Sasportas

Testimonials

‘Personal and professional service around-the-clock. Attention to the smallest detail but also demonstrates a very business-oriented attitude, which enables us to close the deal instead of derailing it.’

The team, headed by Sarit Molcho, is very knowledgeable, professional, creative and assertive, They are always there for you and conduct themselves in such positive manner that everybody (including the other party) cooperates with them. They have the courage to propose innovative solutions.’

Sarit Molcho stands out as one of the best M&A/commercial lawyers. She is clever, assertive, modest and led by the best interests of the client and not by her ego. Her responsiveness is outstanding and she is familiar with the details of each transaction while keeping the big picture and the target of closing a deal in her mind. She sees the trees but never forgets the forest.’

‘Sarit Molcho, the leading partner has a tremendous amount of experience. This allows her to move the contract forward, knowing when to be adamant in protecting her client, and when to move forward and smooth things over.’

Efrat Shuster is very meticulous on one hand but sees the entire picture on the other hand.’

Guy Sasportas is a great supporting associate with an exceptional service level. For example, in a recent transaction he spent literally days and nights in assisting in the provision of documents to the VDR, and the creating of the different disclosure schedules.

Key clients

Arko Holdings Ltd.

ATM Car Accessories and Equipment

Haogenplast Ltd.

Super-Pharm (Israel) Limited

Rekah Pharmaceutical Industry Ltd.

Wyler Farm Ltd.

Hamashbir Lazarchan

Klil Industries Ltd.

Rada Electronic Industries Ltd.

Plasson Ltd.

Gan Shmuel Health Industries (2017) Agricultural Cooperative Society Ltd.

Ralco Agencies Ltd.

Plastopil Hazorea Company Ltd.

Palram Industries (1990) Ltd.

Chromagen Ltd.

Carmel – Haifa University Economic Corporation

Liberty Properties Ltd.

Aspire Call Center Technologies Ltd.

Work highlights

  • Represented Arko Holdings in its business combination with a SPAC, Haymaker Acquisition Corp.
  • Advised Super-Pharm (Israel) on the creation of an online sales platform in Israel for sellers from different countries around the world.
  • Represented ATM Car Accessories and Equipment on the acquisition of 70% of the company’s shares by Shagrir Group Vehicle Services.

Weksler, Bregman & Co., Advocates

Weksler, Bregman & Co., Advocates' strong client relationships are evidenced by its high retention levels, with nearly a third of its work volume deriving from longstanding clients. The firm advises on the full gamut of corporate transactions, with particular activity in the retail, technology and real estate sectors. Dror Toren, who heads the international and commercial department, and the ‘professionalSagee Feldman are recommended.

Practice head(s):

Dror Toren

Other key lawyers:

Igal Kolof; Sagee Feldman; Ofer Braun

Testimonials

‘First and foremost, the team is very attentive to our needs as a client. Highly experienced and professional.’

‘The individuals in the team, especially Sagee Feldman and Ofer Braun, contribute to our activity and assist us with understanding all legal aspects These two provide tremendous added value to decision making in our group and their knowledge, experience and expertise – alongside their understanding of the group’s needs – is what makes them stand out.’

‘We are very pleased and satisfied with their work, their availability, patience, flexibility, and understanding of business needs. They are always attentive to our needs and they always do comprehensive research before giving us an answer.’

‘Honestly speaking, every partner, associate or junior member that we work with gives us the best service as a team, they are all synched.’

‘For more than a decade, our company has been closely supported by Sagee Feldman in all economic, commercial and legal issues in a professional and excellent way. The firm, and its lawyers, are very professional and safeguard the company’s clear interests when we need to sign new contracts and when they accompany us in negotiations.’

‘As CFO of the company , I work mainly with Sagee Feldman in all commercial matters. I can say that I receive exceptional service, great detail and professionalism. I have no doubt that Sagee’s professionalism helps the company to sign better contracts and simplify complex legal issues.’

Key clients

Gottex-Zara Israel Group

Trimera Group

AFI Hotels (Crown Plaza Hotels Israel)

Negev Group Ltd.

AY Electronics Ltd.

Aminach Group

Shiratech Solutions Ltd.

P.M Partner Manufacturing Ltd.

Rapac Energy Ltd.

Top Ramdor Systems & Computers (1990) Ltd.

Danya Cebus Ltd.

ORT Technologies Ltd.

Krausz Industries ltd.

Aharoni Group

A foreign banking institution

Africa Israel Europe (AFI Europe)

Cargal Group

Kenlov Capital Ltd. Kenlov Renewable Energy Ltd.

Africa Urban Renewal Ltd.

El-Mor

Work highlights

  • Advised Shiratech Solutions on investment rounds with several different investors, as well as in the acquisition of 100% of the outstanding shares of a European technology company.  
  • Advised ORT Technologies on the sale of the entire share capital to a third party, in return for certain third party’s shares and options in the third party.
  • Represented AFI Hotels in numerous transactions, including acquisitions, management agreements and financings.

AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co

AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co's growing practice has a focus on the real estate and technology sectors. The firm represents individuals, investors and public and private corporations on a wide range of corporate transactions, including M&A, share purchase agreements and joint ventures. Corporate head Yoav Caspi and finance lead Assaf Lapid are the key contacts.

Practice head(s):

Yoav Caspi; Assaf Lapid

Other key lawyers:

Daniel Chinn; Sariel Cohen; Carmit Madani

Testimonials

Professional people with huge patience and availability.’

What makes the firm’s team unique are the people who lead it; they are cooperative and yet strict when it comes to their client, all while working towards completing the deal.’

The team is usually quite responsive and knows how to raise a flag if there are any issues that need to be taken into account.

I work with Assaf Lapid and after many years of using business legal services I have found a lawyer who understand our needs, understand business and strategy, and knows how to solve a problem, or avoid one.’

The individuals  I worked with (Assaf Lapid, Sariel Cohen and Carmit Madani) stand out for their vast commercial knowledge and familiarity with Israeli law and the Israeli market. Their knowledge helps us solve commercial issues, while keeping us between the legal boundaries. They are problem-solvers and deal-makers of the highest standard (while guarding our interests).’

Key clients

Microsoft Corporation and Microsoft Israel

Shufersal

EL-AL Israel Airlines Ltd.

Partner Communications Company Ltd.

Hapoalim Bank

Shapir Group

Mayer Group Exclusive importer of Honda, Volvo, Renault and Jaguar in Israel

Kavim

Kesher Rent A Car

Gindi Group

Malam Group

Harel Group Harel Insurance Investments and Financial Services Ltd.

Amitim

Matrix Group

Clal Insurance Enterprises Holdings Ltd.

Kan Israeli Public Broadcasting Corp.

International Paralympic Committee

Magen David Adom

Israel Natural Gas Lines Ltd.

Teleclal Group

Lahav L.R Real Estate LTD

BuyMe

Nesher Israel Cement Enterprises

Danya Cebus

Lemonade Group

Ceaser Stone (Even Keisar)

Hemilton Group

Brill Group

S.Z. Systems Ltd.

Cal

Samsung NEXT Fund

Sony Innovation Fund / Sony Semiconductor Solutions

Aleph

LEVERATE

Work highlights

  • Represented Lahav LR Real Estate and BGM in the purchase of 70% of Delek Israel.
  • Represented Isaac Mizrahi, and several other minority shareholders of KV Kinetic Energy Ventures, in the sale of their shares to the majority shareholder.
  • Represented Lemonade in its $767m public offering of its shares on the NYSE.

Eitan Mehulal Sadot, Advocates & Patent Attorneys

Eitan Mehulal Sadot, Advocates & Patent Attorneys‘ ‘solutions-oriented‘ team has a strong record in advising funds, technology companies and industrial companies on corporate and investment transactions. Yaron Mehulal specialises in corporate, tax and commercial law matters. The ‘very sharpMichael Gittreman has a focus on M&A and corporate finance work.

Practice head(s):

Yaron Mehulal; Netta Shaked-Stadler; Guy Hadar

Other key lawyers:

Michael Gittreman

Testimonials

The firm was highly available to us, lawyers were solution-oriented and thought outside-the-box, meticulous on the legal research and skilled negotiators – they handled transactions in an extremely professional manner; the overall experience was very positive.’

As an institutional investor we work with many law firms. Eitan Mehulal Sadot, Advocates & Patent Attorneys is the “go to” firm when we perform highly complicated financial transactions to tight schedules.

Working with Michael Gittreman was an extremely good experience. He is an outstanding negotiator, very sharp and always has creative solutions, no matter how complicated the problem.’

Key clients

BrandShield Systems Plc

Gencell Ltd.

Kenshoo Ltd.

Eitan Medical Group

Augmedics Inc.

Tene Investment Fund – Ha’Bonim Transaction

E8 Storage Systems Ltd.

EPAM Systems, Inc.

Obsecure, Inc.

SJF Ventures

Movement Advanced Health Services Ltd.

Caesarstone Sdot-Yam Ltd.

Krausz Industries Ltd.

Work highlights

  • Advised BrandShield on the process of merging into a London-based public company.
  • Represented Gencell in a pre-IPO investment round with Paz Oil Company.
  • Represented Eitan Medical Group in a chain of agreements with Hospira.

Raz, Dlugin & Co. Law Offices

Raz, Dlugin & Co. Law Offices primarily acts for hi-tech companies, start-ups and investors in corporate and M&A transactions. Clients include both leading and emerging companies, which the firm consistently advises on domestic and cross-border matters. Founding partners Rafi Raz and Ran Dlugin are highlighted together for their ‘vast knowledge‘ and are both sought after for technology-related deals.

Practice head(s):

Rafi Raz; Ran Dlugin; Michal Donner

Testimonials

‘The team – Rafi Raz, Ran Dlugin and Michal Donner – are truly one of a kind. Response time is same day or day after. Answers are well thought out and practical. Billing is fair.’

‘Always take the extra mile to find the right solution and make the deal or contract happen, and in the most creative way.’

‘Ran and Rafi have such vast knowledge and yet they provide service with a friendly down-to-earth approach. I have a direct line to them, even if I work with an associate, and they always know the details. I feel I get deluxe partner service in both the quality of the work as well as the attention. They are my go-to in all commercial and corporate matters.’

Key clients

Playtika

Polypid

Diamond Eagle

Com Tech Co

Natural Intelligence

Verbit

CrystaelBet (Mars Limited)

Jeeng

Beehive

Offercraft

Litera

Investing.com

Driveway

Saban Ventures

Zen Gaming

Peace of Meat

NFX Venture Capital

Superfly

Zomet Energy

WhiteNoise

Raindeers

Jal Ventures

Work highlights

  • Represented Playtika in ongoing commercial work, five M&A transactions and on its preparation for an IPO on the Nasdaq.
  • Advised Polypid on various agreements and corporate matters.
  • Represented Diamond Eagle in its merger with DraftKings and SBTech.