Adv Michal Schwartz > Lipa Meir & Co > Tel Aviv, Israel > Lawyer Profile

With an emphasis on public sector-side mandates, Lipa Meir & Co frequently appears on behalf of various state ministries and government-owned entities in infrastructure projects. The group is particularly well-versed in the water sector, where it represents the Israeli Water Desalination Administration on major desalination plant projects. Key names include Zuriel Lavie, whose broad focus encompasses kibbutzim, tenders and infrastructure; David Weinstein, who specialises in agriculture and rural settlement systems; Michal Schwartz, who leads the infrastructure and BOT practice; and corporate head Uzi Mor.

Among Lipa Meir & Co’s practice strong suits, it is distinguished by its niche expertise in representing Kibbutzim in energy-related matters. Notably, the group advised Mishkey Hakibbutzim Group, the central financial organisation of Kibbutzim in Israel, on the acquisition of a 40% stake in Mei-Ram Electricity. The team also represents energy companies and public sector clients on tenders, project development and transactional work. Key contacts include Uzi Mor, who is active in energy transactions; Zuriel Lavie, who is noted for project finance; David Weinstein, who lends his experience as the key contact for the firm’s multidisciplinary Kibbutzim practice; and infrastructure head Michal Schwartz.