Split between its Tel Aviv and Jerusalem offices, Arnon, Tadmor-Levy‘s real estate practice handles the full range of real estate, construction and planning-related issues. The department is particularly recognised for its dominant urban renewal offering and it represents entrepreneurs and construction companies in numerous renewal projects, including Pinui Binui and TAMA 38 schemes. Hagit Bavly specialises in planning, construction and real estate transactions, including financings. Asaf Eylon is noted for his broad commercial and regulatory expertise. Adam Spruch has a focus on urban renewal projects. Naftali Nir is also recommended. Sigal Shapira has experience across the full range of construction, development and transactional matters, with notable expertise in the urban renewal space. Shoam Keren specialises in construction and zoning.
Real estate and construction in Israel
Arnon, Tadmor-Levy
Other key lawyers:
Hagit Bavly; Asaf Eylon; Adam Spruch; Naftali Nir; Shoam Keren; Sigal Shapira
Testimonials
‘Working with Yigal Arnon & Co. is a wonderful experience – both personally and professionally. The YA team is well informed and business-oriented. Their hands on-approach is based on recognizing clients’ needs, identifying obstacles and delivering – on time – results. For those reasons, YA is always my first choice.’
‘The team provides deep understanding of all legal and commercial aspects of a project, led by a strong team leader who provides high-level services. Accurate and very professional.’
‘In my opinion this real estate team is the best in Israel, with strong know-how and good connections with all the relevant authorities.’
‘Deep team. Good coverage. Very professional. Know how to close deals.’
‘We are a non-profit, this is not our business but a one time project. The team was extremely helpful, providing guidance and constantly looking to protect us, given our non-commercial status, throughout the negotiations with the developer.’
‘Unique team with vast knowledge of the numerous verticals of the sector.’
‘We receive professional 24/7 service from the whole team, from junior to senior lawyers. Mostly Sivan Gilron Dotan and Adam Spruch.’
‘My main contacts in YA are Naftali Nir and Goor Koren. I find them both highly efficient, professional and dedicated. I am fortunate to work with Naftali and Goor whom I find as an asset to my business. They bring to the table innovative thinking, the ability to identify legal challenges and have always found ways to overcome obstacles.’
Key clients
Azrieli Group
Bank Leumi
Ofer Brothers – Engineering and Development Ltd.
Ruby Capital
Azorim
Azorim Construction (1965) Ltd.
Mr. Shlomo Eliyahu (owner of Migdal Group)
Jerusalem-Tel Aviv Investments (JTLV) 2 Equity Fund
Haim Zaken Construction & Investments
Unilever Israel
Michlol Urban Renewal Ltd.
Afikei Smadar Ltd. / Afikei Hayarden Group
Kotler Adika Construction
Harel Yizamot Investments
Arazim Ltd. (Oron Group)
Alulel Construction Company
Migdal Insurance and Financial Holdings Ltd
I. Mishal and Sons Entrepreneurship Ltd. (M-Tower Project)
Zahav Al HaPark (Jerusalem Spirit Project)
Tessera Enterprises and Investments (N.Z) Ltd.
Orot/Mofet Movie Theatre
Mitzpor Adomim Ltd. (Hadar Group)
Bait Vegag GL LTD
Friedman Chachshoori Engineering and Building Company Ltd.
JV of Y. H. Dimri Construction & Development Ltd. and Ophir Urban Renewal Group Ltd.
Max It Finance Ltd.
Israel Discount Bank Ltd.
The Faire Fund II – Limited Partnership
Shanghai International Port Group (SIPG)
JV of Y.H. Dimri Ltd Construction and Development Ltd and New Israel Land Development Ltd.
Iskoor, Macsteel Global and other shareholders of Iskoor
JV of Mishab Housing Construction & Development Ltd., the Mivney Ophir Group and Y.H. Dimri Construction & Development Ltd.
Decathlon Group
Association for the Well Being of Israel’s Soldiers (“AWIS”)
Avi Cranes Group Ltd.
Shaniv Paper Industries Ltd.
Ophir Group Ltd.
Keren Lehashkaot Bait Vegag G.L. Ltd.
Hof Ha’tzuk Limited Partnership
Y.H Dimri Construction and development Ltd.
The Gesser Family
The Jewish Agency for Israel
Ramat Gan Municipality Local Zoning and Construction Board
Mishab Housing Construction & Development Ltd.
Aapartment owners of three projects (Asherman St., Harav Maymon St.
JV of Y.H. Dimri Construction and Development Ltd. and Avisror Moshe and Sons
The City Architects Company ltd.
Organization and development company on behalf of the apartment owners in the Jaffa Gimel neighborhood
Israel Weapon Industries (I.W.I.) Ltd
A.B. Yuvalim Investments and Assets Ltd.
Enav Group
Kardan Real Estate Ltd
Various rights holders of a large compound in Be’er Yaakov
Amidar
Various rights holders of a couple of 2 separate large compounds in Givatayim
Bank Leumi Israel Ltd
Work highlights
- Representing Azrieli Group in the planning procedures for the Spiral Tower as part of the expansion of the Azrieli Center in Tel Aviv, including the approval of a city building plan for the expanded Azrieli Center and the approval of a design plan for the joint complex.
- Representing Bank Leumi in financing transactions, including in financing the construction of evacuation projects involving hundreds of landowners.
- Representing Azorim Construction in the financing of the NIS1.5bn Moment Bat-Yam project.
Erdinast Ben Nathan Toledano & Co. with Hamburger Evron
Erdinast Ben Nathan Toledano & Co. with Hamburger Evron's deep bench in real estate law translates into a broad practice with strong offerings in planning, construction, real estate related-taxation and litigation. Ranking among the key firms for urban renewal, the group is regularly called upon by leading real estate companies, such as Kardan and Shikun & Binui, to represent them on major projects. Department head Dor Shacham is recognised for his expertise in all areas of real estate law, including planning, transactional matters and litigation. Haim Waintrob sits the administrative law group and has a focus on planning and zoning. Real estate specialist Miriam Donin-Shoob and transactional partner Amnon Sorek are also noted.
Practice head(s):
Haim Waintrob; Dor Shacham; Ronen Yardeni
Other key lawyers:
Miriam Donin-Shoob; Amnon Sorek; Itay Chelouche
Key clients
SHIKUN & BINUI Real Estate + Shikun & Binui Renewable Energy
Kardan Real Estate Ltd.
Rotem Shani
The Meshulam Levinstein Group
Rubinstein Avraham & Co. Building Co. Ltd.
Metropolis (P.A.E) 2011 Urban Enterprises Ltd.
Boaz Gil Entrepreneurship
Zilbermintz and Son Ltd.
Oranim Projects
Shafir Engineering & Manufacturing
Representation of landowners in the most prestigious and highly valued lands in Israel
Beita Real Estate
Taavura Group
Blue square real estate
Azrieli Group
EDF-EN Israel
Netanel Group
The Israel Land Development Company LTD. (ILDC -“Akhsharat Haishuv”)
Yochananof (Nationwide chain of supermarkets)
Reality Investments
Kardan Israel
Work highlights
- Advised Kardan Israel and Geva Real Estate on a NIS90m acquisition of land, which will include a logistics centre, a server farm, an automatic refrigeration warehouse and a ramp structure, with an estimated investment of NIS800m.
- Represented more than 100 owners of apartments on Arlozorov Street in Tel Aviv in claims for damages connected to the construction of the Tel Aviv light rail.
- Represented Shikun Binui Real Estate in several zoning plans in Netanya for the construction of new apartments, commercial real estate and offices.
FISCHER (FBC & Co.)
FISCHER (FBC & Co.) stands out for the breadth and depth of its real estate offering, which was further augmented in 2021 with the hire of a large team from Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary, including its former managing partner and real estate specialist Eldad Koresh. The combined group brings to bear formidable experience across all aspects of large-scale real estate projects and transactions, with strong skill sets in planning, financing, construction and asset sales and acquisitions. High-profile figure Amir Chen
is highly sought after for his experience in complex and flagship projects. Anat Sterenlib-Molkho is valued for her 'out-of-the-box thinking'. Other names to note include Efraim Levy, Michal Faktor and Sagi Hammer.
Practice head(s):
Amir Chen
Other key lawyers:
Eldad Koresh; Anat Sterenlib-Molkho; Efraim Levy; Michal Faktor; Sagi Hammer; Vered Tzror Jerasi; Boaz Tavor; Moran Rabbia-Perera
Testimonials
‘They have the biggest real estate team in the market. They understand real estate, not just the law but also the business.’
‘On real estate matters, we have been working with the FBC team for many years. They are very knowledgeable in the real estate sector and, most importantly, they make deals happen. They have a very deep team with excellent lawyers, they are very responsive, and always have the client’s best interest in mind.’
‘In my opinion, FISCHER has the best real estate practice in Israel, with a lot of experience in complex transactions. The firm knows how to lead us through the way to achieve our goals. I have worked with couple of the biggest firms in Israel but there is no compare, FISCHER is a league of their own.’
‘I have been advised by Adv. Anat Sterenlib-Molkho for many years and have always greatly appreciated her high level of professionalism, ‘out-of-the-box’ thinking and ability to bring about a closing of a real estate deal on a tight and often challenging schedule, while fully maintaining our goals and having our interest at heart.‘
‘Adv. Sagi Hammer is a fantastic lawyer with a lot of knowledge and expertise in all aspects of real estate transactions. He is very well connected with major real estate ‘players’ in the market, including banks and local authorities, which helps in getting deals done. He is experienced in high-value and complex transactions, both commercial and residential.’
‘I work with Sagi Hammer and his team. Hammer is an outstanding real estate lawyer and advisor. He is the classic “deal maker” – business-oriented, highly committed, super talented and wise. Simply a pleasure to work with.’
‘As legal counsel of a leading real estate company, I have worked with many lawyers in the past and have been highly impressed with Vered Tzror Jerasi. I can attest that she is an exceptional real estate lawyer. She is thorough, dedicated, sees the full picture and yet is very detail-oriented.‘
Key clients
Gav Yam
Africa Israel Europe
Africa Israel Residence
Allied Real Estate Ltd.
Reit 1 Ltd.
Tidhar Construction Ltd.
Amot Investments Ltd.
Azorim Ltd.
Acro Real Estate Ltd.
Shikun & Binui Real Estate Ltd.
Hanan Mor Group Holdings 2006 Ltd.) Kacham Investments Company Ltd.(
Aura Israel – Entrepreneurship and Investments Ltd.
HKM Group
Landa Group
Tidhar-Harel Menivim Partnership
Yitzik Tshuva Group
Shagrawi Leibovich Development and Building Ltd.
Nevet Swiry
BEZALEL TRADE AND CONSTRUCTION LTD.
Afula Business Center (ABC)
Alami Igal & Co Ltd.
Sonol Israel Ltd. – Sonol Real Estate and Investments Ltd.
ECI Telecom Ltd.
The Silverstein Company
White City Buildings, JTLV Fund and Isrotel Hotels
Gazit Globe Israel Ltd.
Ram Aderet Group
Carasso Real Estate, Ltd.
Azrieli Group
Edmond de Rothchild Foundation (IL)
Union Properties Ltd.
Sufrin Group
Z.F. Building Company Ltd.
The Israel Structure Strengthening Company
The Jewish Agency of Israel
Menora Mivtachim Insurance Ltd.
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
ORT Israel
Gan Masaryk 2015 Ltd.
Kibbutz Yakum
Kibbutz Ein- Gev
Kata Holdings Ltd.
Talshir Group Ltd.
Bank Hapoalim
United Mizrahi Tefahot Bank Ltd.
Israel Discount Bank Ltd.
Dekel Holdings
B.S.R Engineering and Development Ltd.
Clal Industries Ltd.
CPM Group
Lodzia Rotex Investments Ltd.
WAXMAN GOVRIN PLDHI JERUSALEM BUILDING MANAGEMENT CO. LTD.
Talshir Group Ltd.
IMI Systems Ltd
Tsabarim Entrepreneurship, Development and Investments Ltd.
Zvi Sarfati & Sons Investments & Constructions Ltd.
Finders TMI LTD
Venn City, Inc.
Grofit Construction Company
Wynn Anglo Israel Ltd
Madrid Capital
WILLA CITY 2019 LTD
Win Group
LEADER TOP CAPITAL FINANCE & CONSULTING LTD
SolarEdge Technologies, Inc.
RIETRIGER HERTZLIYA LTD
ADIS MARINA LTD
AKA REAL ESTATE COMPANY
BAT-YAM BEACH CO. ENTREPENEURSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT LTD
CARAVAN
Work highlights
- Represented the The Hebrew University of Jerusalem in constructing a hi-tech industrial and business park in Jerusalem and subsequently representing the winning bidder in the tender, Gav Yam Land Corporation.
- Advised Clal Industries, Shikun & Binui Real Estate and Africa Israel Residence on the development, planning and construction of a new neighbourhood in Nesher, at a estimated cost of over NIS3bn.
- Represented a partnership between Tidhar and Harel on the purchase of contaminated land in Akko, the subsequent rights registration processes at the Israel Lands Authority and the rehabilitation of the land.
Goldfarb Gross Seligman
Goldfarb Seligman & Co.'s full-service real estate practice has an impressive track record in headline-grabbing projects. The group advises on all aspects of major residential, commercial and industrial developments, with notable expertise in urban renewal matters. It also shines in transactions, where it is recognised for its experience in representing real estate companies and investors in the sale and acquisition of real estate assets. Levy Amitay specialises in large-scale projects and transactional matters and recently advised Israel Canada Rem on the acquisition of five plots sold by the Israel Land Authority. Avi Arad is recognised as a market leader for urban renewal matters. Of counsel Ari Wechsler remains active and has strong experience in cross-border issues.
Practice head(s):
Levy Amitay; Avi Arad
Other key lawyers:
Ari Wechsler; Guy Shalev
Testimonials
‘Staff are professional, always available at all hours of the day and according to the needs of the company.’
‘Always offers creative solutions. Control not only the legal aspect but also the business aspect.’
‘What makes the personal team excellent is the caring, willingness to help and extensive professional knowledge including providing workable and correct solutions to the company.’
Key clients
Property and Building Group
Canada Israel Group
Azrieli Group Ltd.
Neve Gad Ltd.
Bayside Land Corporation Ltd. (“Gav Yam”)
Azorim Investments in Development and Construction Company Ltd.
Electra Real Estate Ltd.
Gazit Globe Ltd.
Google (including Waze).
Shufersal Ltd.
Shikun & Binui Real Estate
BIG Shopping Centers Ltd.
Zemach Hammerman Ltd.
Israeli Properties Rental Corporation Ltd. (ISPRO)
Coca Cola Israel (The Central Bottling Company)
PBEL Property Development (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Menivim – The New REIT Ltd.
Meshulam Levinstein Contracting and Engineering Group Ltd.
Amot Investments Ltd.
Abu Yehiel – Building Company Ltd.
Dan Public Transportation Co Ltd.
The Elad Group
Playtika Ltd.
GF Real Estate Group.
Dell EMC Corporation
The Arison Group
Bank Hapoalim B.M.
Morgal Investments (Russia)
Profimex Real Estate Management Ltd.
BST Group
Piedmont Enterprises Ltd.
EY Israel, a member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited
The Hatzi Hinam Group
EFI Capital
S.G.S. Building Company Ltd.
The ILDC Group (Hachsharat Hayishuv)
Representing the developers of the ‘Creation Towers’ project in Tel Aviv: GF Tozeret Haaretz Ltd.; Sufrin Weissberg Tozeret Haaretz Ltd.; Bulthaup Investments Ltd.; Alon Blue Square Israel Ltd.
Menora Mivtachim Holdings Ltd.
The Phoenix Insurance Company Ltd.
Clal Insurance Company Ltd.
Hadera Founders Co. Ltd.
Beyond Real Estate Investments Ltd.
Mivne Group
The winners of the tender for the acquisition of the Old Tel Aviv Central Bus Station: Meshulam Levinstein Contracting & Engineering Ltd., Shikun & Binui Real Estate Ltd.
Lev Haeer Ltd.
The Gabay Group
David Shahar Ltd.
Kadouri (Millennium) Investments & Assets Ltd.
Morad Yehezkel Ltd.,
Netanya on the Sea Ltd.
The City People Group
Rozio Group,
The Avenue Group
ZIM Real Estate Holdings Ltd.
S. Bar Development and Investments Ltd.
B.S.R. Group,
Y-Box
Z. F. Building Company Ltd.
Eshel Israel Urban Renewal Ltd.
Yossi Avrahami Civil Engineering Works Ltd.
Avney Hoshen Ltd.
YUKA Holding 2006 Ltd.
PB Urban Renewal
Kibbutzim College
MyHeritage Ltd.
Marathon Fund
Work highlights
- Representing Canada Israel Group in all its real estate transactions and projects, worth tens of billions of shekels.
- Representing Abu Yehiel – Building Company in several real estate transactions over the past year, including in the $130m acquisition of a controlling 62% stake in Arena Group.
- Representing developers and tenants in dozens of urban renewal projects across Israel.
Gornitzky & Co.
Gornitzky & Co. is equipped to act on all stages of a real estate project, with deep expertise in planning and construction, taxation-related matters and litigation — as well as transactional matters. It is routinely engaged to advise on a wide scope of residential, commercial, industrial and hotel projects and acts for some of the largest real estate companies in the country, including Melisron and Gav-Yam Land. Shlomo Cohen heads the real estate and construction department and has an emphasis on commercial, residential and retail transactions. Eyal Marom handles a diverse mix of real estate work, including planning and zoning-related matters. Lior Relevy is noted for real estate finance.
Practice head(s):
Shlomo Cohen; Eyal Marom
Other key lawyers:
Lior Relevy; Shiri Shani; Maya Hoftman; Itai Itzkovich; Yoad Cohavi
Testimonials
‘The team is comprised of knowledgeable, dedicated and hard workers.’
‘At the professional level, the firm covers all the commercial areas and taxes related to real estate. There is an ecosystem of real partnership, the business just works — and works very well.’
‘We value the people, their knowledge and their dedication.’
‘Shlomo Cohen and Yoad Cohavi are two excellent people both work well with the legal representatives of the other party, while being as firm as necessary. They know what points to fight for, and the ones to let go. Yoad is extremely thorough on the small details, and Shlomo never gives up the case!’
‘Head of the Real Estate Department, Adv. Shlomo Cohen and partner Adv. Lior Relevy are first-rate professionals and deal-makers in the full sense of the word, They have extensive knowledge in all aspects of real estate and corporate mergers, and above all have excellent interpersonal skills.’
Key clients
Gishmei Chaim Ltd.
Phoenix Insurance Company Ltd., White City Buildings Ltd.
Gav-Yam Land Ltd.
Melisron Ltd.
Property and Building Corp. (PBC)
Shikun and Binui Real Estate Ltd. Group
Vitania Ltd.
Ofer Investments Group
Dan Public Transportation
Nevo Dory
Tshuva Group; Elad Israel Residence Ltd., Delek Sea Maagan Ltd.
Getter Group Ltd.
Geva Real Estate Ltd.
BST Group Ltd.
Sugat Industries Ltd., Arison Group.
Meitav Dash Provident and Pension Ltd.
Amdocs Israel Ltd.
Clal Insurance Ltd.
Ramat Hovav Power Station
Mikiashvili Family
Work highlights
- Represented Melisron on numerous matters, including negotiating the sale of approximately 60,000sqm in Phase C of the Vitanya project on La Guardia Street in Tel Aviv.
- Advised Gav-Yam Land on a string of matters, including on a tender published by the Hebrew University for the establishment and operation of a business park for the hi-tech industry.
- Represented Vitania Projects and Enterprise Management and Delek Motors on the NIS970m sale of an office tower and another building in the Vitania Tel Aviv project to a company from the Bank Hapoalim Group.
Herzog Fox & Neeman
Herzog Fox & Neeman‘s real estate practice has an emphasis on sale and lease transactions as well as municipal taxation. Other core areas of expertise include planning and zoning, construction and urban renewal. Ariel Flavian is noted for urban renewal-related matters, both contentious and non-contentious. He is representing Rayk Group in an urban renewal project in the Kiryat Eliezer Neighbourhood, which involves the demolition of 220 units and the construction of 1000 units. Following the departure of former department co-head Moshe Hardi, transactional specialist Tsouriel Picard now co-leads the group alongside Flavian. The team additionally benefits from an impressive second line of associates, including Rani Hirsh (‘an excellent lawyer‘) and Idan Yehuda (‘quick-thinking and reactive‘).
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Sharon Petel; Aviv Parienty; Karin Fried; Alon Abcasis; Eliran Doyev; Rani Hirsh; Idan Yehuda
Testimonials
‘Herzog Fox Neeman gives clients full legal coverage in all legal and business areas This firm is very well known in the market; being a client of HFN gets you serious treatment from the other side.’
‘Herzog Fox Neeman is the largest law firm in the country, boasting lawyers with a wide range of specializations. In practice, we received support and advice even when the main issue was not real estate. For example when the coronavirus pandemic began, HFN examined the consequences for our project. It also helped to find solutions when taxation issues were identified.’
‘The team I work with at HFN is very professional. They have strong expertise in real estate and they are very well known in the real estate market.’
‘Excellent office, provides excellent and professional service, available at different hours.’
‘Ariel Flavian is one of a kind. He is well known in the real estate market by all the key players, when he arrives to a meeting all other parties give him a lot of respect and know that he is the most knowledgeable figure in the area.’
‘The office has a serious urban renewal department with experience in the field. Alon Abcasis is an impressive and knowledgeable person who knows how to manage urban renewal projects. Associate Idan Yehuda is a professional lawyer, quick-thinking and reactive, he demonstrates proficiency in details.’
‘Rani Hirsh is an excellent lawyer. He works with me on daily basis and provides excellent service.’
‘The firm’s employees are hardworking, experienced people with excellent interpersonal skills, including Dana Levy, Dan Mandelbaum and Tsouriel Picard.‘
Key clients
Asden Israel Ltd.
Rapyd Ltd.
Isracard Group.
Wolt Ltd.
Blackstone Private Equity.
Britania Israel Ltd.
Trigo investment group.
Reality Investment funds
The Phoenix Insurance Company Ltd.
Rotshtein Real Estate Ltd.
Rotshtein Real Estate Urban Redevelopment Ltd.
Ganei Ben Zvi LTD
Nof Engineering LTD
H- Meitar Entrepreneurship Ltd.
A.B. Yuvalim Investments and Properties Ltd.
Assuta Medical Centers Ltd.
Nahalat Asher Limited Partnership.
Vardiya Partnership Ltd;
Kata Group;
Rambam Health Care Hospital – Friends of Rambam
Maar Tzafon Partnership
Israel Electric Corporation Ltd.
Facebook Israel Ltd.
Shlomo A. Angel Ltd.
New Era real estate development and project management Ltd.
Intel Israel limited.
Mobileye – Intel subsidiary
Bar Ilan University
Efgad building and environment Ltd.
Azrieli Group Ltd.
G Israel commercial centers Ltd.
Vishay advanced technologies Ltd.
WeWork Israel Ltd.
Panormama Zafon LTD
Ofek Batan – Vardiya Partnership
Gabay Group
Rayk Group
Work highlights
- Represented Gazit Globe on the NIS215.5m sale of 50% of its rights in land at 2-4 Einstein Street in Tel Aviv to Shviro Rami Engineering Building & Investments and Chen and Itay Gindi Israel.
- Represented Rotshtein Real Estate in the sale of private land in Kiryat Malachi, with building rights of approximately 350 residential units and an option agreement for approximately 650 residential units.
- Represented Reality Investment Funds 3 in the NIS375m sale of 50% of its rights in property at 14-18 HaTehiya Street in Tel Aviv to Minrav Group.
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, houses a prominent urban renewal practice. The firm is routinely engaged by developers, real estate companies and private clients to advise on redevelopment matters, including pinui binui and TAMA 38 programmes. Planning and zoning is another strong suit, with key partner Avi Porten widely hailed as the market leader in this space. Other areas of experience include real estate transactions and hotel-related matters. Ishai Itsikovich specialises in urban renewal projects and is advising a raft of clients on pinui binui projects, including Asden Israel, Kramin Real Estate and Cardan Real Estate. Israel Attar and Eyal Mamo are also noted.
Practice head(s):
Avi Porten; Ishai Itsikovich; Israel Atar
Other key lawyers:
Eyal Mamo; Eliyahu Dahan;
Testimonials
‘Israel is one of the most complicated and bureaucratic countries for real estate construction and planning in general and urban rejuvenation particularly. As a CEO in a real estate company that specializes in construction, planning and urban rejuvenation, I have to surround myself with the best service givers, and lawyers in particular. I am grateful for the honour of working with the best lawyers from Agmon.’
‘The team works in great synergy together. Their strength is their great experience in complex real estate projects, and also the fact that the real estate and planning and construction teams work together as one team, so they are able to assist with all the stages of my projects, and anticipate any issues.’
‘I value their dedication, their fresh and relevant perspective, and their ability to come up with creative and interesting solutions. They are true professionals, and it shows in every step of the way.’
‘The real estate and planning and construction teams were very available, always ready to help, and provided great expert service, and very valuable advice. They offered some professional solutions that were very creative and helpful, and they are great at negotiating with apartment owners and service providers.’
‘The firms biggest innovation is being on top of, and a part of the country’s fast changing laws and processes. They are very respected by their clients, law makers, authorities and law firms. they have a record of changing small regulation decisions, as well as very big nation wide policies.’
‘I trust Agmon fully for all agreements and negotiations due to the appreciation they receive from all parties involved. In some negotiations, even though I feel like we’ve reached a common ground, they keep negotiating for better results.’
‘I worked mainly with Ishai Itsikovich, who is a leader in real estate and urban renewal in Israel. I received personal guidance from him.’
‘Ishai Itsikovich is a leading lawyer in real estate in Israel. He has great knowledge of the industry and the market, more than anyone I know. He always finds a solution to any problem I may present to him.’
Key clients
Israel-Canada
Asden Israel
Delek Group
Matzlawi
Asia Group
Clalit Heathcare
The Academy of the Hebrew Language
Mexico Israel Development
Carel Group
Peak Urban Renewal
Kramin Real Estate
Hahsharat ha Yeshuv
Maoz Daniel
Work highlights
- Represented Asia Group in the NIS175m sale of a vacant lot, located at Hadera City’s beachfront, to Asden Real Estate.
- Represented Matzlawi Construction in a co-operation agreement with ICR for a urban renewal beachfront project.
- Represented Asden Israel in a NIS700m pinui binui project, designed to demolish 144 residential units and build 350 units in a prime location in Jerusalem.
Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary
Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary's real estate practice saw some major changes during 2021, including a merger with Goldman, Erlich, Edelstein, Avigad & Co., which is expected to be particularly fruitful on the real estate side. New arrivals to the team include new department lead Amitai Erlich, urban renewal head Ori Avigad and real estate litigator Boaz Edelstein. Urban renewal work is a notable sweet spot and the group has been involved in over 150 such projects, including NOP 38 and pinui binui schemes.
Practice head(s):
Amitai Erlich; Ori Avigad
Other key lawyers:
Boaz Edelstein; Moshe Matalon; Ranit Kessous Katz
Testimonials
‘The real estate department is a one big family. Working with APM’s real estate lawyers shows you the importance of this united group where each invests his expertise – Real Estate, Finance, Taxation, Urban planning, all working together.’
‘GEE law’s real estate department (now Amit Pollak Matalon) is a very professional, devoted and trustworthy department and working with it is a very pleasant experience. We have been dealing with many issues, not necessarily similar, during an inconvenient time (e.g. Covid-19) and received a wonderful and professional service, from A to Z.’
‘After working with other firms in this practice area in the past, I have finally found a firm which is very professional, caring, understands clients’ requests and needs, is very good at negotiating with the counterparties, etc. The main thing that stands out is its professionalism: it very good at understanding and reflecting the current applicable laws and applying it into the negotiated deals.’
‘Always available. Professional in the various fields of real estate business. Help not only in the legal field, but also in closing deals. Pleasant to meet with them.’
‘They are specialized in real estate and wealth management and do superb work for us.’
‘This firm is unique because of its diversity, high level of professionalism and excellent relationship with their clients.’
‘Amitai Erlich has the ability to make a deal happen, even if it looks hard to achieve. The teams under Amitai know that there are no limitations on the efforts and energy needed to be invested to make a deal happen. Also, the diversification of Amitai’s practice helps to get a transaction done, as today’s deals are no longer simple, and most mix a few aspects of real estate law.’
‘Adv. Amitai Erlich has a very high level of personal involvement in my cases. He demonstrates an exceptional level of professionalism together with great human relationship skills.’
Key clients
Caesarea Investments Ltd and the Nassimi family
Azorim Construction Company and Mr. Friedman
Bank Hapoalim Ltd. – the real estate and property sector
The Gabay Group
Issta Lines Group
The Hebrew University
Reisdor group
Ampa Group
Boulevard Fund
Yigal & Moshe Gindi, Mr. Avi Zeitouni
Yuvalim Group
Yitzhak Ofer Construction and development Company Ltd.
Tal Bar Group
David Shahar and Sons Ltd.
Leny Group
Trigo Group
The Rimon Group
XO Holding Ltd.
Fogler Investments
Nahara Development Group
Alaluf family
Reit Azorim – H.F. Living
Ampa – Yuvalim
Sufrin Group
YAAZ develop and construction
Sasson Hogy Group
Work highlights
- Advising the previous and current owner in connection with all matters relating to the NIS1bn-plus clock project in the Old City of Jaffa.
- Advising on the development of the Central Park 17 project, valued at over NIS3bn, in the southern city of Be’er Sheva.
- Advising The Hebrew University of Jerusalem on the development of a new hi-tech park on the university’s campus.
Gindi-Caspi, Advocates and Notary
Gindi-Caspi, Advocates and Notary's firm-wide focus on real estate ensures that it is well versed in all key pillars of related law, with strong offerings in planning and rezoning, urban renewal, real estate transactions and litigation. The group acts for a mix of private and public sector clients, including real estate companies and municipal authorities, and it also acts for individuals. Urban renewal projects are a key specialism, with Ziv Caspi widely revered for his experience in large-scale evacuation-reconstruction projects. Yaacov Gindi and Shay Eliav are also noted.
Practice head(s):
Ziv Caspi; Yaacov Gindi; Shay Eliav; Adam Tsesvan; Herut Ben Yair; Eliran Dadon; Liron Rot; Adi Supraski; Sarit Sapir
Key clients
Tzvi Tzarfati & Sons Real Estate Corporate
Gindi Group – Chen and Itay Gindi Ltd.
Almog Demolish and Build Ltd.
Almog (C.D.A.I.) Ltd.
Or Liri Ltd. – Naveh – Gad Building Development Ltd.
Zelig Shimshon & Co Contractors Ltd.
Afik HaYarden Ltd
The Dunitz Brothers Ltd.
TARYA P2P LTD.
Africa Israel Investments Ltd.
The Historic Winery Compound of “Carmel Mizrahi” – a limited partnership
Grande Monte Ltd.
Aura Israel ltd.
Partnership of M.G.I.R Management Ltd., Tidhar and Akro Real Estate
Oz Yesodot Mishmarot Ltd.
Ildc group ltd.
Sabit Ltd
AFRICA URBAN RENEWAL LTD
D.A.L Investments Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advising Tzvi Tzarfati & Sons Real Estate Corporate on all stages of various TAMA 38 projects across Israel, comprising hundreds of residential units.
- Advising Gindi Group (Chen and Itay Gindi) on contracting projects across Israel, comprising over five hundred residential units.
- Advising Almog Demolish and Build several demolition and rebuild projects, including thousands of residential units, a commercial centre and public buildings.
M. Firon & Co Advocates and Notaries
M. Firon & Co Advocates and Notaries is arguably best known for its dominant urban renewal practice, which represents developers and residents in complex projects, including advising Metropolis in multiple urban renewal projects totalling over NIS2bn. The firm also acts on financings, asset sales and acquisitions and cross-border matters. Managing partner Itzhak Narkiss is sought after for his experience in real estate transactions. Tamar Firon Smorodinsky specialises in representing contractors and construction companies on real estate development projects. Shay Huberman and Ronen Maor are also key contacts.
Practice head(s):
Itzhak Narkiss; Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky
Other key lawyers:
Ronen Maor; Shay Huberman
Testimonials
‘The real estate and infrastructure teams are solution-oriented and sharp even when it comes to small details. They are meticulous and have excellent response times. The team’s work is highly efficient and effective and they maintain the same high standard of work even when things are hectic and there is a lot of pressure. Excellent choice for a long-term legal relationship.’
‘They are highly professional, experienced and smart. Always problem-solving, they provide lots of assistance in negotiating commercial issues. Above all, they are always available and supply quick updated responses.’
‘M. Firon is our only law firm in various sectors, that means intensive work on numerous projects. The mutual work includes everything: financing, planning, construction, tenders, commercial, corporate, litigation and more. During all that work, and even through hectic times, I find Firon to be the best there is. They deliver a package full of skills: legal, commercial, financial, along with priceless experience and motivation.’
‘I have been working with Firon’s team for many years. They are the no. 1 firm in real estate in Israel. Although they represent many large clients in this field, they give you their full attention as well as best legal service. They are always willing to go the extra mile and come up with a solution which will make the client feel good. They will not rest until we are satisfied and will deliver things in no time.’
‘The team has a lot of experience in real estate, and they provide us with on-going legal services in all kind of related real estate issues and transactions. They really understand their clients’ needs, and always are very quick to respond.’
‘Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky is in charge of everything and handles the department in a way that ensures the best coordinated service to the client. Tami herself is a brilliant lawyer, with second-to-none experience in various fields who lives and breathes real estate.’
‘Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky is a very experienced real estate lawyer, and always solves our problems. Sivan Atias is also very experienced in the real estate field, and we always enjoy working with her.’
‘We worked mainly with Zvi Firon, Itzhak Narkiss, Ronen Ketzef and Jacob Enoch. They worked very well together. Their expertise and advice was invaluable. The partner we were working with had to take a year off for personal issues, Jacob stepped in and we did not miss a beat. This speaks to the size of the firm but also the quality of the attorneys and their internal communication skills.’
Key clients
Ashtrom Group
Ashdar and Ashdar Boutique
Acro Nadlan
Migdal Insurance Company
Adam Shuster
Hanan Mor Group
Geshem Lemishtaken
AZORIM-LIVING REIT Fund
Gindi Group and Y.B Nir Ltd.
Beit Gamliel
Top Capital
Clalit Health Service
Israel Kanyonim
Metropolis Urban Renewal and Real Estate Entrepreneurship
Gazit Globe
Bahari Plotkin
Apartment for rent
Karkaot Israel
Amidar
Aviv Group
B.S.T Group
Ken Hator
Geshem
REP (Real estate participations)
Harel Insurance Company
Om Brothers
Azorim
Yafo Tel Aviv
E.F.I Nativ Real estate Development Ltd.
Work highlights
- Representing Ashdar in various residential projects all over Israel, from the initial stages through to financing and marketing and sales.
- Representing Adam Shuster on 15 urban renewal projects, estimated at over NIS1bn.
- Advising Azorim Living REIT fund on its acquisitions of hundreds of residential units at four different sites in Haifa.
Meitar Law Offices
Meitar Law Offices advises on the full life cycle of real estate matters, from planning and development, through to financing and the sale and purchase of real estate assets. The group leverages its premier corporate and M&A practice to excel in real estate transactions, with strong experience in advising lenders, funds, corporate occupiers, developers and construction clients on real estate deals. Department head Hanni Avinery is a 'real rainmaker' and handles the full range of real estate transactions, development projects and litigation. Alon Yoeli is also well versed in contentious and non-contentious real estate matters. Ofer Freilich is noted for his 'business understanding'.
Practice head(s):
Hanni Avinery
Other key lawyers:
Alon Yoeli; Ofer Freilich; Nir Lerer; Danna Martsiano
Testimonials
‘A professional law firm that gets into the details and protects me as a client, but also does everything it can to close the deal.’
‘Hanni Avinery is the diamond in the crown of Meitar firm! She knows everyone, she knows every transaction and she is a real rainmaker. If you want a transaction to happen, let Hanni handle it.’
‘Professionality and responsiveness, these are the keys. Hanni Avinery as the leading/managing partner of the department, Nir Lerer as the young partner and Danna Martsiano as the leading associate are pushing forward and well connected. They know everything and everyone.’
‘Ofer Freilich is a professional lawyer, but he is not just a lawyer; he has business understanding and leads very complex real estate deals.’
‘Nir Lerer is a promising young partner. Danna Martsiano is a leading associate who will probably be a partner soon...’
Key clients
Acro Real Estate
Elad Israel Residences Ltd
Bank Hapoalim
Azrieli Group
Shlomo Bruner
Sella Capital
Robav Properties Company Ltd.
Monday.Com Ltd
Riskiefied ltd.
Oliander
Bait Vegag
Avraham Rubinstein & Co.
Rothschild 22
Ofer Investments
Bank Leumi
Lightricks
Tzinorot
Azorim Construction Company Ltd
Delek Group Ltd.
Caesarstone Ltd.
Mayer’s Cars & Trucks
Arcod Gurkan Ltd.
Western Digital Israel
Zota Holdings Ltd.
Rav Bariach (08) Industries Ltd.
JTLV Investments
JVP
Hachotrim
Arena Star Group
Gazit Globe
Mivne Group
Ezra & Bitzaron
Broadcom
Work highlights
- Represented Bank Hapoalim in its NIS970m acquisition of a tower in Tel Aviv from Vitania and D.M.R. Assets (1995).
- Acted for Acro Real Estate on a $1.1bn large-scale project for the establishment of residential, office and commercial spaces in Da Vinci Street in Tel Aviv.
- Represented Elad Israel Residences in the $225m sale of 550 residential units in the Park TLV project in Tel Aviv.
Shibolet & Co.
Shibolet & Co. is well known for its track record in real estate finance, where it advises a mix of borrowers, banks, funds and insurance companies on lending transactions, investments and securitisations. The group also handles a steady stream of project development matters and property disputes. Yair Salomon focuses on advising municipalities on real estate matters, including development projects. Ofer Zuzovsky specialises in large-scale real estate projects, including sales, lease and construction-related issues. Eran Balint has a significant international dimension to his practice and routinely advises foreign clients on Israeli real estate investments. Michal Gottesman-Barak specialises in real estate transactions.
Practice head(s):
Yair Salomon; Ofer Zuzovsky; Eran Balint; Michal Gottesman-Barak
Other key lawyers:
Vica Schreiber; Omer Elimelech; Inbal Puny
Testimonials
‘One of a kind.’
‘Very professional and reachable.’
Key clients
ICR- Israel Canada Rem Residence
S. Shlomo Insurance Company Ltd.
Bank Hapoalim
Clal Insurance Company Ltd
Discount Bank
Efgad Building and Environment Ltd.
Hachshara Insurance Company Ltd
Yochelman Group
Hanan Mor Group-holdings Ltd.
Gindi Holdings Ltd. (including its subsidiaries)
Gindi Chen & Itai Group Ltd.
Harel Insurance Company
Izaki Investments Group
Kedar Mivnim Ltd.
Leader Top Capital
Nakash Brothers Group
Netnael Group
The Municipality of Jerusalem
The Municipality of Tel Aviv-Jaffa
Phonix Insurance Ltd.
Azorim
Credito
A. R. Reem Real Estate Holdings Ltd.
Kibbutzim College
Shaked Partners
Work highlights
- Representing ICR- Israel Canada Rem Residence in several projects totalling $2.8bn.
- Representing Gindi Holdings in the NIS2bn sale of 1,000 apartments in the Bait Bapark residential project in Or Yehuda.
- Advising Kedar Mivnim on large-scale real estate projects, including combination projects, worth a combined $500m.
Weksler, Bregman & Co., Advocates
Weksler, Bregman & Co., Advocates' comprehensive real estate practice advises on all key real estate sectors, with its recent work spanning residential, office, commercial, industrial and hotel projects. Among its strong suits, the firm handles a significant volume of urban renewal-related matters, where it represents real estate developers and companies as well as tenant groups. It is also well versed in advising both borrowers and lenders on real estate financings. Avi Ben-Yaacov is recognised the breadth of his real estate practice, with strong experience in finance, construction, urban renewal and purchases and sales. Revital Reuven is also noted.
Practice head(s):
Avi Ben-Yaacov; Revital Reuevn; Tomer Tzadok; Orel Bar Dayan; Idan Matlin
Testimonials
‘A very professional law firm. Available to customer. High service awareness, particularly Avi Ben Yaakov.’
Key clients
Africa Israel Residences Ltd.
AFI Properties Ltd.
Africa Israel Investments Ltd.
Bank Hapoalim Ltd.
Tel Aviv Beach Plaza
Orbit Communications Systems Ltd.
Israel Discount Bank Ltd.
Gav-Yam Property & Building Corp. of IDB Group
IGI Investments (Izaki Group – Renanot Enterprises and Investments Ltd.)
Bank Leumi LeIsrael Ltd.
Work highlights
- Acting for Africa Israel Residences, and its partners, on several real estate projects.
- Representing Aharoni Group in several real estate projects, including in the construction of multiple buildings in Netivot.
- Advising Israel Discount Bank on multiple financing transactions, including on a NIS154m loan to a developer in connection with a TAMA 38/2 project in Tel Aviv.
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co brings to bear deep experience in urban renewal projects, where it advises both developers and homeowners on city renewal plans, including TAMA 38 and pinui binui schemes. It also frequently advises on real estate finance and municipal tax-related issues. Department head Omer Gadish advises private and public sector clients on real estate transactions and development projects. Amir Amar is noted for real estate transactions and contentious construction cases. Aharon Barda is also recommended.
Practice head(s):
Omer Gadish; Amir Amar
Other key lawyers:
Aharon Barda
Testimonials
‘Very professional team with strong business acumen, particularly Amir Amar and Jacob Cohen.’
‘Professional, available, provides very good service.’
‘Eli Eshel, Meytal Katz-Rozenberg, Yaniv Dekel, Amir Amar are very professional, relatively available and provide added value.’
Key clients
Cnaan Group, Entrepreneurship and Urban Renewal Ltd.
Itzhaki group
BST GROUP
Mivne Group
Shriki Group
Gindi investment Ltd.& Gindi Tower Tel Aviv Ltd.
Shapir industries ltd
Delek Real Estate Ltd.
Aura Israel Development and Investments Ltd.
Nesher Israel Cement Enterprises Ltd.
The Phoenix investment and finance Ltd,
PHI Networks
Hanan Mor Holdings Group Ltd.
Work highlights
- Representing Gindi Tower Tel Aviv on all aspects of a major residential project.
- Representing Cnaan Group, Entrepreneurship and Urban Renewal on a string of urban renewal projects, including pinui binui and TAMA 38 projects.
- Advising Aura Investments on the sale of 217 residential units spread over eight buildings.
Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM)
Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM) advises clients across an array of planning and zoning issues, project development, real estate transactions and litigation. On the urban renewal front, the firm is advising developers and tenants on projects worth over NIS5bn. Real estate finance and hotel-related matters are also key pillars of the practice. Gilad Maoz, who splits his time between New York and Israel, is noted for his expertise in the hotels sector. Erez Gurion has significant experience in real estate finance. Yoav Zahavi is noted for urban renewal.
Practice head(s):
Gilad Maoz; Erez Gurion; Yoav Zahavi
Other key lawyers:
Yehuda Zahavi
Testimonials
‘ERM is our “in-house” law firm and they have acted on all our real estate transactions, including high-profile transactions, for over two decades! The firm is a “one-stop-shop” for all commercial and real estate matters, and their commercial and comprehensive overview of our business gives us great comfort.’
‘They are one of a kind because of their “hands-on” approach and personal involvement in every transaction is something that is very rare in today’s market. Needless to say, their professionalism and understanding of the market have no parallel.’
‘ERM has vast experience in handling all kinds of real estate deals, in Israel and abroad, and they gained a unique expertise in hotels which is very notable when it comes to handling complex negotiations, deals closings, getting funds and permits, working with governmental entities etc.,’
‘What makes the firm unique in my opinion, is the dedicated care and broad vision in all aspects – taxation, financial, legal and risk management. Beyond that, the quality of the work and the personal attitude can be felt by the fact that one of the partners always handles every issue and accompanies you all the way, 24/7.’
‘We work mainly with Yehuda Zahavi and Yoav Zahavi. They excel first and foremost, in their excellent legal capabilities, their comprehensive view on every aspect of the deal, and their responsiveness. Their creativity, business understanding, and legal expertise make them the “deal closers” that they are. For them there is never a problem – always a creative solution.’
‘The partners, Gilad Maoz and Yoav Zahavi accompanied us in a number of transactions. It is important for me to note the high level of availability, from moment to moment, in order to promote the closing of transactions. They think outside the box, understand the situation and exercise professional judgment accordingly.’
‘We worked mainly with Gilad Maoz and Erez Gurion and we highly recommend! Top professionals, resourceful and insightful. They are also really target focused and attentive to their client’s needs – so as their client, you get a service that answers all your interests, not only in the legal side. They truly “get” things.’
‘We worked mainly with Gilad Maoz and Erez Gurion. They are exceptionally savvy lawyers, goal oriented and deal closers. They know how to fulfill their clients’ interests, even in the most competitive multiplayer environment.’
Key clients
Ampa Real Estate Ltd.
Tshuva Group (Elad Israel Residential / SE/ Mermaid hotels)
The Brown Hotels Group (Luxurious boutique hotels chain) and The Weizman Family (The Owners of Grand City Hotels chain in Europe)
Avney Derech
Leumi Bank
Bank Hapoalim
Jerusalem Bank
Mercantile Bank
Ruby Capital (Formerly Ruby Nadlan)
Ampa Capital Business Finance
Canadian Yizum
Rio Group
Ariel Yazamut
Demri Real Estate
Dopaz Investments
Expo Fund
Fresenius Medical Care
Gamla Harel Ltd. & Gamla Millennium Ltd.
Gazit Globe (G. Israel Commercial Centers)
The Mivne Group
Leader Top Capital
Red Sea Group
Minhal Megurim
Noga Real Estate
P.B. Pinui Binui Company Ltd.
SAL Real Estate
Shemi Ashkeloni
The Bardugo Group
The City People
The CPM Group
The Fattal Hotels Group
The Ohana Group
The Shoval Group
Work highlights
- Advised Bank Leumi on multiple real estate finance deals (residential and commercial projects), with a total value of over NIS3bn over the past year.
- Advised companies of The Tshuva Group on a broad scope of real estate development projects, hotels and real estate finance.
- Advised Mivne Real Estate on three transactions for the purchase of commercial assets and land across the country, for a total value of NIS200m.
Gross Law Firm – GKH
Gross Law Firm – GKH had a strong year on the construction side, where it advised a slew of developers on projects across the country, including Peretz Boney Hanegev and Zohar & Zafrir Sharbat. The group is also skilled in real estate transactions and contentious matters. Department head Israel Aziel covers the gamut of real estate matters, including planning and zoning, construction projects, purchase and sale transactions and litigation. Yael Mirone Mezamer is also noted.
Practice head(s):
Israel Aziel
Other key lawyers:
Yael Mirone Mezamer
Key clients
Peretz Boney Hanegev Ltd.
Zohar & Zafrir Sharbat Ltd.
Chen and Itai Gindi Israel Ltd.
Rami Shabiru Engineering Construction and Investments Ltd.
Shikun & Binui – Solel Boneh – Infrastructure Ltd.
Sharbat Brothers Construction Company
Zim Urban
Etz HaShaked Engineering
Aspen Group Ltd,
Prashkovsky Investments and Construction Ltd.
Mivney Taasia (of the Mivne Group)
Ayala Agam Real Estate Consulting Ltd.
Refael Nadlan (Refael Real Estate Group)
Calcalit Jerusalem Ltd.
Grofit Construction Ltd
Grofit Yesodot Ltd.
Oz Yesodot Eitanim
Growth Israel Urban Development Ltd.
New Reality Ltd.
Shhakim Real Estate Group
Gad Nazareth Mor Ltd.
Hizuk Plus of the Tama 38 Group Ltd.
Edri & Shahar Entrepreneurship & Construction Ltd.
Kidmat Eden Ltd.
Y.D.E. Menivim Ltd.
Eran YD Entrepreneurship and Construction Group Ltd.
Shabaty Hay Ltd.
Be’er Sheva Municipality
Ramat Hasharon Municipality
Bat Yam municipality
Keren Kayemet LeIisrael Jewish National Fund (KKL-JNF)
Netivei Israel – The National Transport Infrastructure Company Ltd.
Kupat Holim Meuhedet
System Management Company Ltd.
Jerusalem District Electricity Co. Ltd.
The Rashi Foundation
Leumi Partners Ltd.
Adams Fund Management Ltd.
More Provident Funds Ltd.
Clal Insurance Company Ltd
Harel Insurance Company – Investment Division
IDB development Corporation Ltd.
Strauss Group Ltd.
Azrieli Group
IPC Jerusalem Ltd.
M.S.K.S. Cheetah Real Estate Investments Ltd.
Ashdod Bonded Ltd.
Hotel Eden Nursing Homes in Nahariya Ltd.
Amazon
Mr. Mony Harel – Silon Sport Marketing (1989) Ltd.
Marine Ties Investment Ltd
Modi’in Ezrachi
David Czapnik & Sons
S.I.E. Ashkelon Ltd.
Hartland Israeli Entrepreneurs
Hewlett Packard
Etablishment Nahal
DTCP israel Ltd.
Energix Group
Wolfson Clore Mayer Corp. Ltd.
Ezra I.R. Bros. Building Co. Ltd.
Inovytec Medical Solutions Ltd.
AYM Holdings Ltd.
Verint Systems
AOL
Vitania Ltd.
Biolojic Design Ltd.
MI CompanyB.V Ltd.
Otonomo Technologies Ltd.
Senso-Optics Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advised Leumi Partners on real estate matters, including investment and finance activities.
- Represented Chen and Itay Gindi Israel in several matters, including in the successful tender for a plot of land that will become a large-scale residential and commercial project.
- Advised Peretz Boney Hanegev on construction projects throughout the country.
Lipa Meir & Co
Lipa Meir & Co continues to shine in urban renewal matters and it is advising the Prashkovsky Group on urban renewal projects in Rishon LeZion and Holon, among other developments. The practice is also recognised for its regulatory expertise in kibbutzim and moshavim-related matters. Erez Tik frequently represents developers in real estate and hotel projects. Yariv Shalom has a robust transactional practice. Roy Aiz is also noted.
Practice head(s):
Erez Tik; Yariv Shalom; Roy Aiz
Other key lawyers:
Dor Avinery
Testimonials
‘Attorneys who work around the clock for the client.’
‘We really appreciate the work with the firm and especially Mr Dor Avinery.’
Key clients
The Israel Land Development Company Ltd.
Yachin Group (Yachin Hakal Ltd.)
Migdal Insurance Group
Prashkovsky Group
Mega Or Holdings Ltd. (public company)
Sufrin Group
Harel Insurance Group (“Harel”)
Astral Hotels
Hazera Seeds Ltd.
Big Shopping Centres Ltd (TASE: BIG)
Kardan Real Estate Ltd.
Electra Investments
Israel Postal Company
Bonei Hatichon Civil Engineering and Construction Ltd.
E.F.I. Nativ Development Ltd.
Massad Oz Investments Ltd.
Kfar Azar Cooperative
Moshav Magshimim
Havatzelet Hasharon
Magen Engineering and Construction Ltd.
Work highlights
- Acted for Astral Group on several hotel projects, including on the NIS500m purchase of the 5-star Queen of Sheba hotel and commercial centre from the Tshuva Group.
- Advised Israel Land Development Company on various projects, including on the Hachshara Campus project in Ramat Gan, which includes three office towers and a hospital.
- Represented Prashkovsky Group in multiple real estate projects, including in a NIS1bn urban renewal project in Rishon LeZion.
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.'s real estate practice has an emphasis on urban renewal matters and it is notably advising the Nofim Project on over 30 urban renewal matters across the country. The firm also advises homeowners on urban renewal projects. Other areas of activity include property sales and acquisitions, lease agreements and real estate litigation. Shmuel Lechner advises corporate and private clients on project development, real estate transactions and administrative law issues.
Practice head(s):
Shmuel Lechner
Testimonials
‘I used to work with this team in the past, they are excellent. Very professional, knowledgeable, efficient. Great lawyers .’
‘It is my privilege to recommend Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co for their dedicated, serious and professional service. Its team is supporting our most complex real estate projects in the most professional manner possible, with patience and dedication.’
‘Among the strengths I can point to are reliability, integrity, professionalism, patience, kindness, dedication and frequent communication. Shmuel Lechner and Erez Sapir are well known for their phenomenal memory and mastery of the real estate field. They are charismatic, sophisticated, trustworthy and present excellent leadership and management skills.’
Key clients
Mivne Real Estate
Azorim
Carasso Nadlan
Ofer Investments
Gazit Globe
Gabay Group
Darban
Rami Dunietz
Yuvalim
Yaacobi Universal
Ezra & Bitzaron
Etgar Nadlan
Whitecity
Katav Group
Azega
Nofim
Netivim Darom
Yakuel Project company
Builders & Contractors Organization Tel Aviv
Amirey Zichron Yaacov
Mixer – TLV Lounge
Prashkovsky Investment and Construction
Egged
Radco Construction LLC
ICR – Israel Canada
FIMI
Mivne Real Estate
Azorim
Carasso Nadlan
Ofer Investments
Gazit Globe
Gabay Group
Darban
Rami Dunietz
Yuvalim
Yaacobi Universal
Ezra & Bitzaron
Etgar Nadlan
Whitecity
Katav Group
Azega
Nofim
Netivim Darom
Yakuel Project company
Builders & Contractors Organization Tel Aviv
Amirey Zichron Yaacov
Mixer – TLV Lounge
Prashkovsky Investment and Construction
Egged
Radco Construction LLC
ICR – Israel Canada
FIMI
Work highlights
- Advising Mivne Real Estate on a mixed-use project which involves the construction of 95,188sqm of commercial property, 78,800sqm of residential property and 2,240sqm of public areas.
- Advising Nofim Limited on the Promoting City Building Plan (TABA), and the evacuation, demolition and construction issues related to the development of 900 residential and commercial units in Kfar Sava.
- Advising 422 owners of residential units in connection with an urban renewal project in the Neve Ofer neighbourhood of Tel Aviv-Yafo.
S. Friedman, Abramson & Co.
S. Friedman & Co. Advocates & Notaries advises entrepreneurs, government bodies and private landowners on a broad mix of planning, construction and urban renewal matters. The group particularly stands out for its strong experience in income-producing real estate and acts for Gav-Yam, Summit and Matam on rental and lease agreements. Managing partner Hadar Tal specialises in construction and infrastructure development.
Practice head(s):
Hadar Tal
Key clients
Shragawi entrepreneur and Constraction (SBC) Ltd. And Shragawi Leibowits Ltd.
K.M.A Ltd. / Liberty Ltd.
Matam Scientific Industries Center Haifa Ltd
Summit Mavki’im Limited Partnership
Amos Luzon Group, entrepreneur and Energy Ltd.
Dar Nofarim Ltd.
Y.B Ziv Construction and Properties Ltd. And Ram-Motzkin Ltd.
A.M Papushado Ltd.
Gav-Yam Land Corporation Ltd. (a subsidiary of Properties and Construction IDB)
Hayal Properties (1991) Ltd.
Hayal Properties and Investments Ltd.
Haifa University
Aleph AL Hayam Ltd.
The New Jaffa Towers (2016) Ltd.
Hadarom Container Terminal Ltd.
Almogim Holdings Ltd.
Zim Integrated Shipping Ltd.
Sharon & Nahav Ltd.
Misholim Entrepreneur and Construction Ltd
Common Sense Ltd.
Tnuva
S. Michelson Ltd.
B. Keren Assets (98) Ltd.
Holon Motors Ltd.
Shahaf Real Estate Ltd.
Arigim Ltd.
Lev Hmifratz Ltd.
Brosh Nir Ltd.
Rom Gaves
Sade Projects
Dori Constructions
Liba Tower Development & Construction Ltd.
Hemdat HaAretz Real Estate Ltd.
Aspen Group Ltd.
Hakfar Hayarok IMO Levi Eshkol
Work highlights
- Represented Matam Scientific Industries Center Haifa in a transaction to rent 6,000sqm in a building currently being built in the industrial park.
- Advised Amos Luzon Development and Energy Group on the sale of rights in the Elephant Junction project in Tel Aviv and in a joint transaction with the buyer to establish a project on the land.
- Represented Gav Yam Land Corporation in an agreement with Apple for the lease of additional office space in the company’s property in Herzliya.
S. Horowitz & Co
Over the past year, S. Horowitz & Co
handled a steady stream of real estate transactions, including asset sales and acquisitions, property financings and leasing arrangements. The group also advises on development-related matters, from planning through to construction. Avigail Kastiel maintains a diverse real estate practice, with experience in commercial and residential property transactions, as well as development projects and leasing. Leor Nouman combines strength in real estate and tax matters.
Practice head(s):
Avigail Kastiel; Leor Nouman
Other key lawyers:
Noa Glazer-Becher
Key clients
Kikar Hamedina Landowners
Bank Hapoalim B.M.
Paz Oil Company Ltd.
Meuhedet Health Services
Amot Investments Ltd.
Minrav Holdings Ltd. and Megureit Israel Ltd.
Readymix Industries (Israel) Ltd.
Rights holders in the Old Train Station (“HaTachana”) complex in Tel Aviv
Purchasers of apartments in the Africa Israel project (Somail complex)
The Weizmann Institute of Science and the Weizmann Institute of Science Assets and Development (Mul Nof) Ltd.
The Tel Aviv University
H. Meitar Entrepreneurship Ltd.
Hadassah Foundation USA, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America.
Reuben Family and Baum Family
Rights holders in “Benjamin-Yaakov-Herzl” complex in Rehovot
Zec.Kr.Su Ltd.
Levitas Family
Zohar & Zafrir Sharbat LTD
Israel Electric Corporation. Ltd. (IEC)
Kan – Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation
Work highlights
- Representing more than 260 rights holders in relation to the $1.2bn joint development of the Kikar Hamedina, a shopping square in Tel Aviv.
- Representing Bank Hapoalim in various proceedings related to the collection of debts amassed by the Kahtan real estate group, worth over NIS1bn.
- Advising Paz Oil Company on establishing a dedicated real estate company through the formation a subsidiary, to which properties owned by Paz Oil will be transferred.
Avraham Lalum & Co. Law Offices
Avraham Lalum & Co. Law Offices' internationally oriented practice is well versed in cross-border real estate projects, particularly those involving the US and Ukraine — it notably maintains an office in Kyiv. Closer to home, the group has an emphasis on urban renewal projects, including advising on planning and finance-related matters. Avraham Lalum has strong credentials in the urban renewal sector due to his longstanding experience in the area.
Practice head(s):
Avraham Lalum
Key clients
Azorim Investments in Development and Construction Company Ltd.
Ayalon Insurance Company Ltd.
Yuvalim Group
EXON Capital Group LLC
Eco City S.L Entrepreneurship and Construction Ltd.
KDD Group Ukraine
Eddi Caspi
Netanel Group
Lahav L.R Ltd & Tel Dan Ltd.
R&M Investments Ltd.
K.B.Y. Holdings Ltd.
Renovo Ltd
Hadar Group
HERTZIG Real Estate Group Ltd.
Almog 38 Ltd.
Gamliel Group
Amir Real Estate Investments Ltd.
Halman Aldubi
Ofek Sheli
Almogim Holding Ltd
Work highlights
- Advising Exon Group on a project involving the construction of multi-storey buildings with hundreds of residential and commercial units in Kiev, Ukraine.
- Advising Azorim and Acro Real Estate on a evacuation-reconstruction project in Tel Aviv, comprising six residential buildings with a total of 84 existing units and 120 new units which will be added to the space.
- Advising Yuvalim Group on the initiation of a urban renewal project in Tel Aviv
Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.
Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co. advised tenant groups on a string of urban renewal projects over the past year, including advising landowners in the largest vacate and reconstruct project in Israel. The team is also distinguished by its strong experience in the Kibbutz sector, where it represents over 60 kibbutzim and co-operative societies on real estate matters. Eldar Adato specialises in zoning, planning, and residential projects. Terry Almozlino Arnon is noted for her close relationship with the Azrieli Group.
Practice head(s):
Eldar Adato; Terry Almozlino Arnon
Testimonials
‘An excellent firm that is able to provide solutions in many branches of the law.’
Key clients
Azrieli Group Ltd.
Israel Natural Gas Lines Ltd. (INGL)
Landowners’ representation in Ramla, the largest vacate and reconstruct project in Israel.
Landowners’ representation in Tel Aviv. We are representing 160 landowners in the demolition of the entire complex and the construction of 474 new residential units.
Aspen Group
Landowners’ representation in Jerusalem, in a project that includes the demolition of the entire complex and the construction of 1050 new residential units.
Gindi Holdings
Tel-Aviv Centennial Properties Limited
Owners’ representation – Ibn Gabirol complex, Ashdod. We are representing 350 landowners in an urban renewal project in Ashdod worth USD 1.120 billion.
Marine Ties Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advising Azrieli Group on commercial real estate and real estate transactions.
- Representing Israel Natural Gas Lines on all matters related to expropriation, including real estate disputes and negotiations with kibbutzim, co-operative agricultural communities, local authorities, and other utilities and individuals.
- Representing 850 tenants in the largest vacate and reconstruct project in Israel, the Yoseftal Complex in Ramla.
S. Biran & Co
S. Biran & Co regularly secures key roles in major development projects, including advising Wholesale Market Company on the NIS10bn construction of a new neighbourhood in Tel Aviv. In addition to its experience advising landowners, the group also handles real estate transactions and developments for major real estate companies, including Shikun & Binui, Summit Real Estate Holdings and Shapir Housing and Building, as well as private clients, kibbutzim and moshavim. David Amid is noted for his experience in large-scale development projects in the urban, rural and agricultural sectors.
Practice head(s):
David Amid; Meir Porges
Testimonials
‘A very professional team. When you get these lawyers to represent you, you can be sure that you are in good hands.‘
‘They are available 24/7, and I know that they are here for us on any issue.‘
‘They have strong professional knowledge and excellent client service capabilities.’
Key clients
Shapir Housing and Building Ltd
Tnuva
Blue Square Real Estate Ltd
Wholesale Market Company [Landowner of the Tel Aviv Wholesale Market]
Amot Investments Ltd.
Shikun & Binui
Clalit Health Services
Israel Ports – Development & Assets Company Ltd
Dor Alon Energy
Summit Real Estate Holdings
Azrieli
Ceaser Hotels
Bank Hapoalim
Azorim
Kodak
Work highlights
- Representing Wholesale Market Company, as the landowner, in the NIS10bn construction of a neighbourhood in Tel Aviv, comprising 2,300 housing units and a shopping mall.
- Advising Shapir Housing and Building on numerous matters, including on the advancement of a municipal renewal plan in Petah Tikva.
- Representing Shikun & Binui, and private landowners, on rezoning and improvements of land for the construction of a residential neighbourhood of approximately 2,500 housing units in Hadera.