Laurence Elbaz-Avisar > FISCHER (FBC & Co.) > Tel Aviv, Israel > Lawyer Profile

FISCHER (FBC & Co.) houses a full-service infrastructure practice that secures key roles in major projects in the road, rail, water, energy, defence and social infrastructure spheres, among others. Well-positioned to advise on all stages of a project — from bidding processes through to development, financings and corporate transactions — the group is mainly active on behalf of sponsors, lenders, construction companies and investors. Gilad Winkler is widely recognised for his project finance prowess and heads a department that also draws on the senior experience of Hezi Kattan, whose practice spans project finance, infrastructure and energy. Newly promoted partner Reut Maor Kartowsky and associate Laurence Elbaz-Avisar are also recommended.

The energy group at FISCHER (FBC & Co.) ranks ‘among the most experienced practices in Israel’, according to sources. Certainly, the group is equipped to handle the full life cycle of energy law matters, from exploration, licensing and regulatory issues, through to project development and corporate transactions. Department head Gilad Winkler is noted for his ‘special status in the Israeli business market’ and specialises in sophisticated project finance and energy work. The group also benefits from the experience of Hezi Kattan and recently promoted partner Reut Maor Kartowsky, both of whom focus on energy transactions. Associate Laurence Elbaz-Avisar provides dedicated support.