Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM) > Tel Aviv, Israel > Firm Profile
Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM) Offices

Alon Towers, Tower 2, 36th Floor
94 Yigal Alon Street
Tel Aviv, 6789156
Israel
Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM) > The Legal 500 Rankings
Israel > Banking and finance Tier 2
Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM) climbs a tier on the back of its diverse banking and finance practice, which is distinguished by its activity in the real estate and energy spheres. It also has a strong record in representing ultra high-net-worth individuals on financings. Projects specialist Amnon Epstein heads the group and acts for lenders and borrowers on a range of domestic and international finance transactions. Other key contacts include Erez Gurion, who is noted for real estate finance, and Jeremy Seeff.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC
Access Point
Altshuler Shacham
Amitim
Ampa Capital Business Finance and Leader Top Capital
Andbank
Arbel Fund
Atalaya Capital Management
Bank Discount
Bank Hapoalim
Bank Leumi
Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Bank of Cyprus
Barclays
BNP Paribas
Citibank
Credit Agricole
DBS Bank
Deutsche Bank
European Investment Bank
Goldman Sachs
Harel Insurance
ING
Jefferies
Jerusalem Bank
JP Morgan
Lloyds Bank PLC
Macquarie Group
Mercantile Bank
Mizrahi Tefahot
Morgan Stanley
Natixis
Premium Access Group
Royal Bank of Scotland
Ruby Capital
Societe Generale
The four Rivers Group
The Phoenix
Tshuva Group
Unicredit
Work highlights
- Advising Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank on a $500m financing to a local UAE subsidiary of Elbit Systems.
- Advising longstanding client the Tshuva Group on the restructuring of all its international and local loans agreements, totalling over NIS5bn.
- Advising JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley and a consortium of international banks on the financing of the acquisition of the assets of William Hill by the 888 Group.
Israel > Energy Tier 2
Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM)’s ‘dedicated and professional’ team specialises in renewable energy initiatives, providing bespoke advice to leading international and Israeli companies. The department has experience in assisting entities in solar energy projects and water desalination systems, as well as representing businesses in public tenders. ‘Leading energy lawyer’ Amnon Epstein regularly acts for lenders, sponsors and EPC contractors in relation to complex energy schemes, while Asaf Rimon is an expert in oil and gas transactions involving various jurisdictions. Chen Weiss is a ‘skillful lawyer’, bringing expertise in agreements for construction and M&A transactions in the energy sector.Practice head(s):
Amnon Epstein
Other key lawyers:
Asaf Rimon; Chen Weiss; Daniel Swissa Polak
Testimonials
‘The main advantage you receive with ERM is their business know-how. a lawyer who understands the business, is a deal maker, and this makes negotiations much more efficient as they are able to help solve controversial issues.’
‘Asaf Rimon is the go-to lawyer for us in Israel energy sector work – calm, knowledgeable and great sector knowledge.’
‘ERM has a very dedicated and professional team. You get the feeling that they really care and really want to get the deal done. They are extremely professional and definitely the firm to go to for big renewables transactions.’
‘Amnon Epstein to me is Israel’s leading energy lawyer. Very knowledgeable and intelligent, great to work with and someone who pushes to get the deal done without impairing the client’s position. Despite his position on the market, I find Amnon down to earth and easy going. I would also like to mention Chen Weiss, who is a skillful lawyer and has the ERM DNA built in her.’
Key clients
Abengoa
Afcon
Alon Gas Energy Development
Amazon Web Services
Bank Leumi
Comsa Evoqua Water Technologies
Credit Agricole
Daflog
Dafora
Doral
Downer Group
Enlight Energy
Generation Fund
Global Power
Golan Solar Ltd.
Goldman Sachs
Hutchison
Israel Opportunity Oil & Gas, Nammax Energy
Isramco
Isramco Negev 2 LP
Kenlov
Logia
Macquarie
Macquarie
Mekorot Water Company
Minrav
Modiin Energy
Noy Fund
Paz Oil Company Ltd.
Phoenix
PNB Paribas
Prime Energy P.E Ltd.
Ratio Oil Exploration
REWE
RWE
Scatec
Shikun & Binui
Societe Generale
Solaer
Solegreen
Summit
Tahal
The non-operating partners of the Tamar Natural Gas Field
Union Automotive Group
Veridis
Work highlights
- Advising Bank Leumi on the NIS 500m facility agreement to be granted to leading solar sponsor Terralight.
- Advising new client Amazon on its first renewables initiative in Israel as part of its procurement of renewable energy projects in Israel, in order to off-set carbon.
- Advising new client Paz Oil company on its first investment overseas, and its first investment in renewables in the US, acquiring a $240m solar project.
Israel > Dispute resolution: mediation and international arbitration Tier 3
A significant volume of Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM)‘s international arbitration cases relate to construction disputes, though it is also well versed in energy-related matters and corporate litigation. Gideon Weinbaum fronts the practice and has recently acted as first chair on proceedings seated in Israel and abroad. Finance and projects specialist, Amnon Epstein, is also noted for international arbitration, with his recent track record spanning cases under ICC rules.Practice head(s):
Gideon Weinbaum
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Apple Inc
Brix Software Ltd.
Abengoa S.A
Fresenius Medical Care Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH
ADM International Sarl
Air Berlin PLC & Co. Luftverkehrs KG (Germany)
Daflog SRL
Schneider GmbH & Co. KG
Iskoor Metals and Steels Ltd.
Monarch Master Funding 2 (Luxembourg) S.a.r.l.
Suunto Oy
Timon Limited
Lehavot Advanced Fire Protection Systems
A prominent US-Palestinian family
Boldwin Ltd.
H.R. Agencies Ltd.
Work highlights
- Representing Fresenius Medical Care in an international arbitration regarding a shareholder dispute.
- Representing Daflog SRL in an international arbitration relating to an oil drilling project in Israel.
- Representing Abengoa in an international arbitration seated in Switzerland, including advising on the enforcement of interim awards in Israel.
Israel > Hi-tech and start-ups Tier 3
The start-ups and venture capital group at Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM) is highly experienced in advising tech clients on transactions ranging from A-rounds and M&As to IPOs and post-exits. The department head, Simon Marks, is ‘very communicative and direct’, offering tailored advice on cross-border M&A transactions and venture capital financings. Nimrod Rosenblum brings expertise in cross-border work, particularly in private equity transactions and public listings, while Roni Abelski is an expert in takeover strategies and corporate ventures.Practice head(s):
Simon Marks
Other key lawyers:
Nimrod Rosenblum; Ron Abelski; Jeremy Seeff; Galit Farkash; Adi Rafaeli
Testimonials
‘Jeremy Seeff and the team advised us on multiple investments in Israeli companies. They were wonderful, especially Jeremy Seeff. He is very thoughtful, meticulous, and reliable. We can always trust his ability to spot issues for us, to guard our interests, and provide practical solutions and excellent legal analysis and market intel. He is also very responsive.’
‘Galit Farkash – her vast legal and business knowledge make an invaluable asset to our company. Her ability to synthesize complex legal concepts and merge them with real world business advice has enabled our company to flourish.’
‘Jeremy Seeff, Simon Marks and Nimrod Rosenblum are among the best layers I’ve ever worked with. Always professional and dedicated to help me, even in times when things were unstable for my startup’
‘These people are extremely responsive, always thinking of every detail beyond legal issues, including tax or business aspects.’
‘I had the opportunity to work with Galit F. in a very stressful situation for our company. Yet she had the enthusiasm and energy to navigate the process in the right direction from the very first moment. And on top of all that, communicating every step clearly to us and our other advisors.’
Both Simon Marks & Adi Rafaeli are extremely professional and give us quick and reliable answers for every issue we encounter. It is also very pleasant to work with them which is very important for me. They always meet their deadlines whether it is a small confidentiality agreement or a huge investment agreement.’
‘The team handles our case with professionalism and were extremely easy to work with. They turned our stressful/worrisome situation into a relief filled process and outcome.’
‘Simon Marks is very communicative, direct, and realistic. He gives excellent advice.’
Key clients
ALTANA AG
Adler Chomski Group
Bookaway
Bregal Milestone LP
BVI Medical
Capital One
Deutsche Boerse
E.ON
Econergy
Future Energy Ventures
Flexity
GoTo Global
Intelligo
Karamba Security
Mercedes Benz
Mend
Project V
REWE
Rossum AI
SightX
SoftBank
Sedric AI
Savy
Turbogen
Windward Ltd
Work highlights
- Advised Capital One on various transactions, including on its follow-on investment into Israeli cyber company Source Defense’s US$20,000,000 B-B round and its $15,000,000 share and warrant investment into Israeli fintech Melio’s Series D at $3.8 bn valuation, including all aspects of Capital One’s complex bank regulatory requirements.
- Advised SoftBank Vision Fund as lead investor on the US$400,000,000 Series E investment into Israeli cyber company Claroty – as part of an M&A financing for the acquisition of MediGate and as lead investor in Stream Elements $100,000,000 Series C investment round.
- Advised Chinese tech giant – Tencent on its investment in AI Mass Transit start up, Optibus’ US$100M Series D investment round and on its investment in Future Crops Agriculture Ltd’s Series A investment round.
Israel > Infrastructure Tier 3
Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM)‘s infrastructure practice is frequently sought out by international and multinational companies and consortiums for its expertise in cross-border work, including project financing and tenders. Headed by Amnon Epstein, the team also assists Israeli firms in large-scale international tenders and domestic projects. Recently promoted partner Chen Weiss regularly advises Israeli and international companies in energy-related infrastructure projects, while Asaf Rimon is noted for his extensive knowledge of the infrastructure sector.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Asaf Rimon is the go-to lawyer for us in Israel infrastucture and large project sector work – calm, knowledgeable and great sector knowledge.’
Key clients
Abengoa
Afcon
Bank Leumi
BNP Paribas
Bombardier
Comsa
Credit Agricole
Downer Group
Evoqua Water Technologies
Generation Fund
Globalvia
Goldman Sachs
HaPoalim
Hutchison Water International
IIF (Israel infrastructure fund)
Israel Opportunity Energy Resources
Isramco
K.N. Solar
Kibbutz Economies Group (Mishkei Hakibbutzim)
Macquarie
Minrav
Mivtach Shamir
Mekorot Water Company
Natixis
Noy Fund
Oshrad Group
The Phoenix insurance company
PMEC
Ratio Oil Exploration
RWE
Shikun & Binui
Société Générale
Summit Group
Tahal Group
TMH International AG
Turbo Gen
Veridis
Work highlights
- Advising an international consortium competing in the multibillion Haifa – Nazareth Light Rail BOT governmental tender.
- Advising Mekorot, Israel’s national water company, on five large-scale international tenders with an aggregate value of NIS 1.5bn.
- Advising an international consortium (Turkey, Israel and the US) competing in the governmental privatisation of Haifa Port.
Israel > Real estate and construction Tier 3
Housing an increasingly prominent hotels practice, Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM) added several new clients to its roster over the past year, including leading Israel hotel chain Fattal Hotels Group. The team also shines in urban renewal mandates, where it is representing developers and landowners in over 150 projects, and real estate finance. Gilad Maoz, who has an emphasis on hotel and urban renewal-related work, leads the group jointly with Erez Gurion and Yoav Zahavi.Practice head(s):
Gilad Maoz; Erez Gurion; Yoav Zahavi
Other key lawyers:
May Fima
Testimonials
‘This group knows how to work as a team. Lawyers are always available, very professional, they are deal makers and they understand the client’s needs.’
‘Erez Gurion is an excellent lawyer. I know that I can trust him and his team when we work together on a transaction. He is a deal maker.’
‘Epstein Rosenblum Maoz has a very strong legal team in the real estate sector. They are very familiar with the relevant regulations (especially in the hotel industry).’
‘I work with Gilad Maoz, Erez Gurion and associate May Fima, They are all brilliant.’
Key clients
The Fattal Hotels Group
The Brown Hotels Group
AMPA Capital
Marathon Real Estate Enhancement Fund
The White City
Israir Airlines
Mivne Real Estate
Mercantile Discount Bank
Leumi Bank
Bank Hapoalim
The Tshuva Group
Gazit Globe
Plaza international
Rotshtein real-estate
Iskoor
The Mivne Group
Dor Chemicals and B.S.R Group
Ruby Capital
Various Purchase Groups
Various Urban Renewal Projects
The Israeli Syndicate of Mines
Erez Alon Entrepreneurship and Construction Ltd
Eshkol Investments & Financing Ltd
Premium Capital Group
Meir Efrat Group
Nes Ammim organization
Leader Top Capital
Work highlights
- Representing several banks, including Bank Leumi and Bank Hapoalim, in various real estate finance transactions totalling over NIS15bn.
- Advising The White City on two transactions for the establishment and operation of new hotels in Rome.
- Advising developers, including The City People, Azorim, Bait Jerusalem, Canadian Yizum, Avney Derech and Ken HaTor, on urban renewal projects.
Israel > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 4
Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM) acts for a sizable share of foreign clients, with significant experience in UK and Germany-related matters. The group also stands out for its private equity expertise. Practice head Nimrod Rosenblum and technology specialist Simon Marks ‘know how to work globally‘. Ron Abelski and technology, IP and data head, Rotem Perelman Farhi, are also noted.Practice head(s):
Nimrod Rosenblum
Other key lawyers:
Simon Marks; Ron Abelski; Jeremy Seeff; Rotem Perelman Farhi
Testimonials
‘I am experienced working with different legal counsel (mainly in South European countries). Compared with other counsel, the ERM team is able to understand the business and to advise us not only in relation to the legal expects but on the entire business topic.’
‘ERM is a very professional firm providing us commercial & corporate services & M&A. The team is very experienced and they have competence in all important areas. They provide us excellent services at a reasonable price.’
‘Nimrod Rosenblum and Simon Marks are very professional, highly responsive, have a distinctive approach to problem-solving, know how to work globally, and are fun to work with. Rotem Perelman Farhi is a true privacy expert, very responsive, can solve problems creatively, and has a great business approach.’
‘A good knowledge of the local law and practices. Simon Marks is an excellent advisor in the region. With both UK and Israeli knowledge, he is the ideal partner to guide a company through the local business regulation as well as to assist with local negotiation.’
‘On commercial matters, investments, corporate issues and M&A, I worked mainly with Simon Marks. He is very experienced in all the professional aspects, extremely intelligent, gets to the bottom of things very fast, wise in negotiations and knows where to push and where to let go.’
In particular, I have worked with Ron Abelski, who helped me in solving various critical situations, not only with his legal advice, but also in defining the best strategy and approach.’
‘The team at ERM, led by Ron Abelski, is excellent. They are very internationally oriented and are total dealmakers. Ron Abelski is the best lawyer we have ever worked with. He is a dealmaker and having him on board makes all the difference in our complex transactions.’
‘I worked closely on a cross-border transaction with Jeremy Seeff and his team. The transaction was very complex and had different workstreams, but Jeremy did excellent work coordinating internal teams, outside counsels and meeting client expectations, while providing to the point and business oriented legal guidance.’
Key clients
AndBank and Sigma Investment House
Blackstone
Bookaway
BVI Medical
Broadway Gaming
Capital One
Deutsche Boerse
DAZN
E.ON
Econergy
Faerch Plast
Fresenius Medical Care
Future Energy Ventures
Giraffe Holdings
Go To Global
Kedma Capital
Israir Airlines
Intelligo
Leader Investments
Mend (formerly White Source)
Mercedes Benz
Metrycom Communications
SoftBank
Turbogen
Telemessage
Vidstart
Work highlights
- Advised Kedma Capital on the acquisitions of Zriha Plastics Group, metal tools producer S.M.D.R (a portfolio acquisition by its wholly owned subsidiary, Iskoor Metals), and Plas-Fit Group.
- Advised GoTo Global on its merger with Neratech Media.
- Advised Andbank and Sigma Investment House on the latter’s merger with Clarity Capital KCPS.
Israel > Dispute resolution: local litigation and arbitration Tier 5
Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM)‘s two-partner practice is commended by sources for its ‘commitment to results‘. Despite its compact size, its ability to draw on other departments within the wider full-service firm equips it to handle the full scope of litigation, including shareholder disputes, securities litigation and administrative proceedings. Department head Gideon Weinbaum is noted for his experience in multi-jurisdictional cases.Practice head(s):
Gideon Weinbaum
Testimonials
‘Very thorough and practical work in litigation.’
‘We value its commitment to results and quality.’
Key clients
Apple Inc.
Brix Software Ltd.
Abengoa S.A
Fresenius Medical Care Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH
ADM International Sarl
Air Berlin PLC & Co. Luftverkehrs KG (Germany)
Daflog SRL
Schneider GmbH & Co. KG
Iskoor Metals and Steels Ltd.
Monarch Master Funding 2 (Luxembourg) S.a.r.l.
Suunto Oy
Timon Limited
Lehavot Advanced Fire Protection Systems
A prominent US-Palestinian family
Boldwin Ltd.
H.R. Agencies Ltd.
Work highlights
- Representing Apple in a class action relating to consumer protection law and regulations, as well as private international law.
- Representing ADM International in a shareholder dispute with the founder of ADM’s Israeli subsidiary.
- Representing Brix Software in a dispute with a US-based bank relating to the termination of the engagement between the parties and the takeover of Brix’s business by the bank.
Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM) > Firm Profile
The Firm: Founded in 2006 by lawyers who had previously worked at London ‘Magic Circle’ and top US and UK firms, ERM has become, through rapid organic growth, a leader in its core practice areas.
ERM’s cross-border focus, effective approach, cohesive partnership structure and strong team of excellent individuals are widely acknowledged by leading Israeli and international clients who instruct the firm in relation to their most challenging transactions.
The vast majority of ERM’s work is complex and covers more than one jurisdiction. The firm has advised on many of the high-profile cross-border transactions carried out in Israel, or by Israeli companies, in recent years.
Practice Areas
Banking & Finance: ERM is a market leader for foreign banks operating in Israel, and offers substantial experience advising major international and Israeli lenders, borrowers, debt issuers, credit enhancers and sponsors on a full spectrum of market-standard and cutting-edge financing transactions, including global loans, structured finance, asset finance and regulation of financial markets.
Corporate and M&A: ERM has extensive experience advising on complex cross-border M&A, private equity and venture capital transactions, as well as on various general corporate matters. In the M&A arena, ERM has advised international and Israeli buyers, sellers, investment banks and financial institutions on a wide range of high-profile public and private transactions, including share and asset sales, public takeovers, leveraged and management buyouts and demergers.
Projects & Energy: ERM is a market leader in energy projects in Israel and abroad, advising the leading Israeli and international lenders, sponsors and EPCs on oil and gas, conventional electricity (including cogeneration and pump storage technology) and all types of renewable energy (solar, wind and biofuels) projects. ERM also advises sponsors and financiers on Israel’s most significant infrastructure projects, including toll roads, desalination plants, airports, rail facilities and ports. Its experience includes private commercial projects, governmental concession-based projects and privatisation of operational infrastructure assets.
Technology: ERM advises technology clients in all stages of development, from inception to exit and beyond, and offers in-depth experience and expertise in the high-tech, clean-tech and life sciences sectors. ERM also regularly acts for leading investors (VC, institutional, strategic and angels) in a range of investments at all stages of a company’s life-cycle.
Capital Markets: ERM advises issuers, underwriters and investors on a full range of offerings, including equity, debt, convertibles and other hybrid securities, derivatives and structured products. ERM has substantial experience advising on public offerings, private placements, rights issues, public takeovers, buybacks, delistings and court-approved schemes, both in Israel and in the UK (on AIM and the pLondon Stock Exchange’s main market).
Dispute Resolution: ERM acts for leading international clients in every major industry in a wide variety of complex litigation, arbitration and mediation proceedings in Israel, as well as for leading Israeli clients in relation to international arbitration proceedings.
Employment: ERM has extensive experience advising international and Israeli corporations on a wide range of Israeli employment law and commercial related matters including employment aspects of mergers and acquisitions, pension arrangements, non-compete and secrecy agreements, intellectual property, incentive plans, collective agreements and expansion orders, prevention of sexual harassment, engagements with services and manpower contractors and termination procedures.
Real Estate & Urban Renewal: ERM acts for leading developers, sellers, buyers and investors on complex real estate transaction, from inception to completion, including: development of commercial real estate and hotels; real estate financing, development projects; acquisition of portfolios and specific assets; urban renewal projects; purchase groups and zoning and planning matters. The team has unique experience and highly specialist knowledge in the hotels’ field, acting for developers, shareholders, joint ventures and contractors on their hotel and/or combined residential/commercial property transactions, including acting for one of Israel’s leading boutique chains.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Banking & Finance; Regulation; Project Finance, Infrastructure & Energy | Amnon Epstein | ||
Corporate and M&A; Private Equity; Capital Markets; High-Tech & Venture Capital | Nimrod Rosenblum | ||
Real Estate, Hotels & Leisure; Banking & Finance | Gilad Maoz | ||
Corporate and M&A; High-Tech & Venture Capital; Private Equity | Ron Abelski | ||
High-Tech & Venture Capital | Simon Marks | ||
Project Finance, Infrastructure & Energy; Corporate and M&A; Corporate and M&A | Asaf Rimon | ||
Real Estate, Hotels & Leisure; Banking & Finance | Erez Gurion | ||
Real Estate & Urban Renewal | Yoav Zahavi | ||
Real Estate & Urban Renewal | Eran Mizrahi | ||
Litigation & Dispute Resolution; International Arbitration; Class Actions; | Gideon Weinbaum | ||
Corporate and M&A; High-Tech & Venture Capital; Private Equity; Banking & Finance | Jeremy Seeff | ||
Project Finance, Infrastructure & Energy; Corporate and M&A; Corporate and M&A; | Chen Weiss | ||
Cyber, Privacy & Data Protection; Corporate & IP | Rotem Perelman-Farhi | ||
Corporate and M&A; High-Tech & Venture Capital; Private Equity; | Galit Heller Farkash | ||
Litigation & Dispute Resolution; Class Actions; | Sapir Even Hen | ||
Real Estate & Urban Renewal | Aharon Shimon | ||
Antitrust & Competition | Orit Dayagi-Epstein | ||
Real Estate, Hotels & Leisure | Tal Leibusher | ||
Real Estate & Urban Renewal; Litigation & Dispute Resolution | Yehuda Zahavi |
Lawyer Profiles
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Mr Ron Abelski | Ron’s practice is focused on mergers and acquisitions, venture capital and private… | View Profile |
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Mr Amnon Epstein | Amnon’s practice is focused on finance and projects, and he heads the… | View Profile |
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Ms Rotem Perelman Farhi | Rotem is a partner in ERM’s Corporate and Commercial department, and heads… | View Profile |
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Mr Erez Gurion | Erez is a partner in the firm’s real estate and urban renewal practice.… | View Profile |
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Mr Gilad Maoz | Gilad’s practice is focused on real estate and litigation and he heads… | View Profile |
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Mr Simon Marks | Simon’s practice is focused on technology, M&A and capital markets and he… | View Profile |
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Mr Asaf Rimon | Asaf’s corporate and M&A practice is focused on advising international and Israeli… | View Profile |
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Mr Nimrod Rosenblum | Nimrod’s practice is focused on M&A, private equity, and venture capital work,… | View Profile |
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Mr Jeremy Seeff | Jeremy is a partner in the firm’s Corporate & M&A, and Finance… | View Profile |
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Mr Gideon Weinbaum | Gideon’s practice is focused on dispute resolution (including arbitration) and he heads… | View Profile |
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Ms Chen Weiss | Chen is a partner in the firm’s energy and infrastructure practice. Chen has… | View Profile |
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Mr Yoav Zahavi | Yoav is a partner in ERM’s Real Estate and Urban Renewal department.… | View Profile |
Staff Figures
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ERM is founded on values of equality, diversity, and inclusion – starting with the way our partnership is built, all the way through to our recruitment and retention policies, the clients we represent, and the pro bono work we do. Though we recognise that there is always more to do, we are proud to stand behind these values. Amongst our diversity and inclusion initiatives are:
- A deep commitment to recruitment from a diverse pool of talent, seeking out diversity of thought, experience, background, and characteristics;
- Ongoing support for our female members of staff, including through our membership of the inter-firm “Shutafot” initiative, which provides mentorship and training to female associates as they gain seniority;
- Normalisation of policies to encourage co-parenting, with augmented parental leave for all staff; · Longstanding support for non-profit organisation, LGBTech, providing pro bono advice as well as wider support, in their mission to promote LGBT+ diversity and inclusion in the Israeli workplace; · Provision of pro bono advice and support to the Ruth Vrobel Foundation, which provides patients with chronic illnesses and their families, with emotional and social assistance; and
- Volunteer work with school-children from different socio-economic backgrounds, teaching them about their options for careers in law.