Insurance in Israel

‘The firm is very professional and provides holistic solutions to legal questions. The firm fields a variety of professional lawyers, who are knowledgeable in the law and the regulation, and give professional answers, as well as creative solutions.’

‘Excellent market understanding, availability, great personal skills, professionalism.’

‘They are a very professional team with substantial understanding of the Israeli field and its special regulation, which enables us to navigate our respective clients to a successful execution and closing of a complicated transaction.’

‘Very professional team with strong business acumen, particularly Rami Sofer.’

‘Rami Sofer is a very experienced lawyer, he is transaction success-oriented and it was an exceptional experience to work with him.’

‘Rami Sofer and Sagi Kahalani are two lawyers you can count on. Very serious, professionals, have wide knowledge, and a lot of patience and are willing to help. They keep on top of all the details, but also look at the wide picture in order to find the best solutions.’

‘The insurance team of Gross Orad Schlimoff & Co. is known to be the best insurance practice in Israel, while acting with professionalism and diligence to all involved parties.’

‘The team’s understanding of corporate litigation matters, biomed litigation and torts, from the insurance perspective, is second-to-none. The team has a very strong connection with the international insurers, mostly in the UK, and it has a very positive effect on the team’s ability to provide quick answers and make immediate decisions. They are by far my favourite insurance law office to work with on insurance litigation issues.’

‘They are by far the best law firm in Israel in the insurance field. They represent mainly the insurance companies. They have vast knowledge about insurance policies and insurance coverage.’

‘In several claims against Directors and Officers which were monitored by GOS, I found an experienced and professional team, who assist in establishing the defence strategy, demonstrate deep understanding in various legal matters which arise throughout the legal proceedings, along with respectful and intelligent conduct of their role to the best interests of their clients.’ 

‘Sigal Schlimoff-Rechtman is a standard of her own. Her experience, deep understanding of the industry, strong connections with the main players at the highest level of the insurance industry in Israel and with domestic and international insurers, and of course her charming personality, makes her the leading player in her field in Israel.’

‘Omer Shalev is very knowledgeable, experienced in D&O issues as well as corporate governance matters which take an intensive portion of claims against D&Os. The work with Omer Shalev was fruitful, respectful and he was professional and very much involved in details and contributed to the handling of these claims.’

‘Omer Shalev has extensive experience in flight-related insurance matters; he is very smart and has a very strong ability to approach and connect other people, in order to achieve solutions. Maya Salomon is very sharp, very experienced in corporate litigation-related insurance issues.’

‘Orit Amiran-Sinn is also very professional and brings strong legal knowledge and vast experience in financial matters.’

‘Expertise in regulation in the field of insurance and pensions in Israel. Excellent professional relations with the relevant authorities. Provides up-to-date and professional advice, especially in the areas of licensing (permitted and prohibited activities), holding means of control, health and life insurance, and compliance.’

‘Neta Dorfman-Raviv has exceptional knowledge and expertise in the field of insurance and corporate law regulation, and beyond that she has extraordinary understanding and analysis skills. In particular she has the ability to understand the big picture.’

‘Great service and full control of each file and claim. Timely responses and professional know-how.’

‘Market-leading individuals providing market understanding and creative problem solving. Great service and communication.’

‘This practice has always been inclusive and respectful.’

‘The team is very professional, communicative and diligent.’

‘Zvika Zelichov and Lee Ramon were very professional, knowledgeable, and helpful in all aspects of handling the claim.’

‘Levitan Sharon & Co remains the pinnacle of legal expertise and capability in their practice areas in Israel. There are certainly no better firms practising in their areas, which go well beyond pure insurance law and which underpin their well-deserved and continually growing international reputation.’

‘Their integration of insurance and related law with claims management is a key element in their ability to provide comprehensive service to clients. Their firm culture, wholly embodied by their extremely knowledgeable staff, is a core element of their success and appeal to clients. They represent the epitome of collaborative engagement with clients.’

‘Their commitment to diversity commenced, literally, with their first day of practice and remains a foundation stone of their formula for success. They are exceptional lawyers, providing exceptional service, in an exceptional firm – a model for other law firms.’

‘Firstly, their knowledge, understanding, and experience in their practice areas is, to a partner, outstanding and unsurpassed. Secondly, their client relational skills are exceptional. When they advise, it is as if they are a core part of the client team, understanding client issues and concerns. Thirdly, their advice is legally unimpeachable and pragmatic.’

‘Lawyers have a deep and abiding understanding of the delicate balance between principle and commercial reality and their advice reflects that understanding and respect.’

‘The firm provides high-quality service standards. Statements are very well structured and to the point. Always available. Conduct open and fair discussions focused on the merits of the case. Recommendations for solutions are provided considering all pros/cons.’

‘Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co are a leading firm in insurance and tort law. They also represent us in insurance class actions regarding insurance issues. They are very professional, responsive, and pleasant to work with.’

‘I work with Gil Atar, who is a leading litigator in Israel. He has a lot of experience and is very strong in insurance and tort law and class actions. Responsive, intelligent, pleasant to work with. I also work with Ram Pardes, who is a bright young lawyer with expertise in the field of insurance, tort law and class actions. He is also very responsive, intelligent, pleasant to work with. I see a bright future for him.’

‘The S. Horowitz team which assists us in matters relating to insurance coverage and regulatory as well as product liability, is the perfect solution for us, as it provides comprehensive and “one-stop-shop” advice and representation on those matters.’

‘Moran Katz and Avi Ordo are remarkable attorneys, highly experienced and the legal services provided by them are at the highest level. They are well above their competitors in service, quality, professionalism and, even more importantly, getting great results. They have consistently demonstrated professionalism and determination in finding viable solutions and paving the way for positive outcomes.’

‘They have the ability to simplify complex matters and to tailor us the best outcome with the minimum resources. They are always available and devoted, as well as fast thinkers with a strong practical and business-oriented approach. It is also clear that their strong technology background is a significant advantage in consulting us with matters relating to product liability. To sum up: It’s a pleasure to work with them and I unequivocally recommend them.’

‘The services provided by the law firm of Granot Speiser are outstanding. The team is a very strong one, super professional and skilful, very thorough.’

‘Specialists in civil and insurance litigation in Israel. Advice provided is timely and strategic. All members of the firm are approachable. They have several years of experience acting for the London and Lloyd’s market.’

‘A very strong team, comprised of extremely skilful, professional and creative lawyers, responding very quickly to the developments involved in the cases and to our insureds/insurers requests and questions, and aiming firmly for achieving the best results for the firm’s clients.’

‘All members of the firm are approachable and respond to queries quickly. Advice is timely.’

‘We use the firm’s services in most of our legal work in the areas of D&O, professional indemnity, crime insurance, etc., including in many of our insurance company’s most important and complicated cases. We are very satisfied with the service we get, which is excellent and at the highest level that can be expected. The firm has a very strong team and their response time is very short.’

‘We work mainly with Mr. Shai Granot. Shai is an outstanding lawyer. He is an outstanding expert in commercial litigation and in insurance law. Shai deeply understands our interests, and has the ability to transform it to the perfect legal actions, with confidence and professionalism. Shai is always aware of each minor detail, while seeing the big picture.’

‘Adv. Shai Granot is a brilliant lawyer, and from my experience – definitely one of the leading individuals in Israel, both as a litigator and as an insurance expert. Shai’s eyes are always “on the ball”, aiming for the best results for us. He is fast thinker, creative, with great skills of cross-examination and pleading before the court.’

‘I want to specifically mention Adv. Sagi Sakian, who is a very talented young lawyer, assisting in some of the cases that we are involved in.’

‘Yossi Halevy is the foremost authority on insurance.’