Firm Profile > Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. > Tel Aviv, Israel
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. Offices
5 TUVAL STREET
TEL AVIV 6789717
Israel
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Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. > The Legal 500 Rankings
Capital markets Tier 1
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.'s group of 'outstanding lawyers' handles an impressive volume of listings on the LSE and Nasdaq for large companies based in Israel. It also handles a steady stream of IPOs and debt offerings on the Tase, where the firm benefits from its prestigious position as special outside counsel to the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. Tuvia Geffen is particularly well known for his expertise advising companies on floating on international exchanges; he advised Plus500, a FTSE 250 online trading platform, on a number of secondary offerings on the LSE, following its IPO in 2013. Jonathan Feuchtwanger has expertise spanning transactional and regulatory matters. Roi Turgheman's recent work highlights include advising G1 Secure Solutions on its NIS450m equity IPO in Israel. Sharon Amir is also noted.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘The capital markets team is highly professional, with outstanding ability and problem-solving abilities.’
‘The lawyers in the practice are knowledgeable and provide a conservative analysis of legislation and guidance to avoid pitfalls.’
‘Highly accessible and broad team.’
Key clients
Check Point Software Technologies
Wix.com
Plus500
G1 Secure Solutions
Frutarom industries
Tremor International
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange
Bet Shemesh Engines
Gilat Satellite Networks
JP Morgan
Barclays
Deutsche Bank
Unitronics (1989)
Utron
Magal Security
TAT Technologies
Accel Telecom
Besadno
Inter Green
Hap Seven NY Venture
Castro Model
MICRONET LTD
Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. is a ‘one-stop-shop for all commercial, corporate, M&A and capital markets issues’. The team has ‘deep knowledge of Israeli law’ and is a firm fixture on the side of major domestic companies in cross-border transactions. In a highlight example, group head Sharon Amir (‘at the top of his game’) advised Frutarom on its $7.1bn acquisition by International Flavor & Fragrances. The group also secured big-ticket mandates from leading Israeli names such as Elco Holdings, FIMI Private Equity Funds and Aeronautics Ltd. It also acts for a raft of multinationals, particularly on the technology front, including recent work for Check Point Software Technologies, Taptica International and Wix.com. Tuvia Geffen, who leads the international capital markets practice, Einat Rosu and the ‘professional and creative’ Tal Eliasaf are also recommended.
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Testimonials
‘Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. provides you with special care and the feeling that you are not alone during negotiations; the team is always available, responsive, kind and creative.’
‘Very professional service at a very high level. They always make you feel like your case is the most important thing in the world.’
‘Excellent service, highly professional, responsive and supportive.’
‘Wide area of expertise, the firm is a one-stop-shop for all commercial, corporate, M&A and capital markets issues.’
‘A dedicated team, which works hard and focuses on the best fit for the transaction.’
‘I have personally experienced a group of people who work shoulder-to-shoulder with the client, explaining as much as is needed and more importantly, achieving the best for the client without breaking deals.’
‘We found the firm to be expert in the area of Israeli law and also knowledgeable in other areas. They were also very collaborative, efficient, responsive and enjoyable to work alongside.’
‘Lawyers are dedicated to providing excellent results for our shared client, and so were a wonderful team to partner with. We would welcome the opportunity to work with them again.’
‘The strength of the individuals and what made them stand out was a combination of everything: a deep knowledge of Israeli law, ability to suggest practical and logical solutions, and a terrific team to work with.’
‘Very professional and responsive, always acts with a “can-do” approach.’
‘Sharon Amir is one of the true leaders among Israeli corporate practitioners, at the top of his game, and with the utmost respect from clients and adversaries alike.’
‘Tal Eliasaf – talented, kind, modest, professional, creative. His overall attitude and experience makes your most stressful moments more comfortable.’
‘Both Anat Igner and Tuvia Geffen are extremely calm, even when things are stressful, and always very professional and responsive.’
Key clients
Frutarom Industries
NSO Group Technologies
FIMI Private Equity Funds
Aeronautics
Viola Ventures
Government Companies Authority
Taptica International
Check Point Software Technologies
Wix.com
Elco Holdings Ltd
PCB Technologies
Cardiovascular Systems
Hoodies Group
Glicksman Group Investments
Gili Ocean Technology
Adjust
Bet Shemesh Engines
Khosla Ventures
Hi-tech and start-ups Tier 1
Working for promising Israeli start-ups and domestic and international investors, Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. is rated for acting in 'full partnership' with its clients, gaining praise for its 'holistic approach' and 'dedication'. The practice group has developed a particularly strong reputation in venture funding, where it acts for prolific investors including Viola Ventures and Japan Israel High Tech Ventures. The team is jointly led by two seasoned corporate lawyers: Sharon Amir and Gil Brandes. Amir is widely considered one of Israel's top M&A lawyers, and Brandes has over 30 years of experience in tech sector-work, from company formation and early financing to eventual exits. Also recommended are Arnon Samburski, Anat Igner and managing partner Tal Eliasaf, who is instructed by a number public and private companies in the tech space.
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Testimonials
‘Team is highly experienced, sharp, very thorough and provides creative resolutions at the same time.‘
‘Arnon Samburski stands out as an experienced, highly dedicated counsel, combining deep understanding of legal needs combined with practical understanding of the company’s needs.‘
‘The connection I have with the team is a full partnership where I feel comfortable to advise and contact for any relevant issue that pops up, no matter what time or what day.‘
‘My impression of the team at Naschitz Brandes Amir is that it is a holistic law firm. There was no area of law expertise which I thought they are not proficient in, or could not provide me with answers in. Working with other firms, I noticed some have issues managing their time correctly, which means receiving work or answers at the last minute, or even late – this is a weak point for many law firms. However, I must say that this has not been the case with Naschitz Brandes Amir – I always felt they stood by their promises to deliver at a certain time and I always felt a comforting certainty working with them.‘
‘Arnon knows our business like is own, he is knowledgeable, calm and prompt in his responses and advice.‘
‘Anat Igner is very diligent, smart, business-savvy (a rare quality for an attorney), thorough and overall very pleasant to work with. There has not been a request made by us, no matter the hour and deadline, that was not accommodated by her. Ms. Igner is an all-around lawyer. She’s not only knowledgeable and well-informed on any new changes and updates to regulations, laws and common practices, but also understands the business and the essence of commercial agreements brought to her review.‘
Key clients
Check Point
StoreDot
MeMed Diagnostic
Softbank
Syqe Medical
Xsight Labs
Viola Ventures
Viola Credit
SignifAI
Gilat Telecom
Japan Israel High Tech Ventures 1
Israel Biotech Fund
Adjust
Khosla Ventures
Opora Technologies
Insurance Tier 1
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. fields a team of over 40 lawyers and is well equipped to represent international and national companies in complex disputes in all areas of insurance law. It has specialist experience of toxic torts, product liability, professional negligence, class actions and medical malpractice. Shay Cohen is leading a team representing Harel Insurance and its reinsurers, Zurich and HDI, in defending a compensation claim arising from a settlement reached between the contractor and owner, in which it was decided that Harel was liable for costs accrued due to delays in the construction of Ashod Desalination Plant. Gil Atar and Shimon Chertow are also noted.
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‘Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co are a formidable firm and are always a top choice for clients with regard to complex liability disputes. The firm have considerable expertise, and we trust them when discussing the most appropriate lawyer to take a case.’
‘Gil Atar and Shay Cohen are well-known in the London insurance market for their depth of expertise, commercial acumen, legal knowledge and strong interpersonal skills.’
‘Gil Atar is a top lawyer who combines both high performance and depth together with strong communication skills that makes me feel comfortable to consult with him on any matter.’
Key clients
Zurich Insurance Plc, Belgian Branch
Harel Insurance Company Ltd. and its reinsurers – QBE, Zurich and HDI
AIG
Phoenix Insurance Ltd. & its reinsurers QBE & ACE
Clal Insurance Ltd.
Mekorot – Israel National Water Co. and Mekorot’s insurance companies: Harel Group and XL Catlin Insurance Company
PCB
Israel Electric Corporation (IEC)
Clal Insurance Company Ltd.
Phoenix Insurance Ltd.
Casaerstone
XL Catlin Insurance Company
PRIZMA INDUSTRIES LTD
Ingosstrakh Insurance Company
Lloyds
Readymix Industries (Israel) Ltd. – A CEMEX Enterprise
Vectis Claims Services Limited
Cellcom Israel LTD
Madanes Insurance Agency
Modi’in Ezrahi
AIG
Rozeinzweig
Menora Insurance
Afcon Control & Automation Ltd.
Transport Tier 1
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.’s first-class transport practice is well balanced between maritime and aviation law and is best known for its strong record in high-stakes litigation — it also handles corporate and commercial work. Clients include the full range of industry participants, including ports, airlines, shipowners and operators, insurers and banks. Department head Ilan Winder specialises in aviation, with his recent work spanning matters for Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines and Ukraine International Airlines. Senior associate Merav Nur focuses on shipping, with an emphasis on disputes.
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Key clients
Ashdod Port
Austrian Airlines
Boxline United Cargo Link
El Al Israeli Airlines
Haifa Port
LOT Polish Airlines
Lufthansa
RCL Cruises
SGD Engineering
Shipco Transport
Swissport Israel
Noble Energy Mediterranean Ltd
Ukraine International Airlines
RwandaAir
Competition/antitrust Tier 2
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. handles a high volume of mergers and acquisitions for clients, particularly private equity firms, requiring regulatory approval from the ICA. The firm is also experienced in international and domestic class actions, cartel cases, monopoly orders, and disputes relating to restrictive arrangements, unfair competition and IP infringement. Practice head Golan Kaneti recently advised Aernonautics, Israel's leading listed company in the defence sector, on its $850m merger with Rafael Advanced Defence Systems and Stolero Iron, resulting in joint ownership of Aeronautics by Rafael and Stolero.
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Key clients
FIMI
Aeronautics
Glicksman Investments
City of Jerusalem municipality
Overseas Commerce
Gas Technologies
Bet Shemesh Engines
Iveco S.P.A.
The Egg and Poultry Board
Zappa
Investment and venture capital funds Tier 2
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. has gained market recognition for its end-to-end service to Israel's most prominent private equity fund, but more than that, the practice group has also demonstrated its strength in the formation of venture capital funds, real estate funds, and debt funds. Practice head Sharon Amir is one of Israel's most prominent corporate lawyers, and is also experienced in fund structuring and taxation. Idan Lidor is a contact for VC fund formation, and Einat Rosu has experience in VC investment transactions.
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Testimonials
‘Excellent resources in multiple disciplines, vast experience which plays out in negotiations, ability to be creative in structuring transactions looking at multiple jurisdictions, and immediate response times.‘
‘Sharon Amir has outstanding skills in negotiations, and deep knowledge in M&A and tax.‘
Key clients
FIMI Private Equity Funds
Axioma Ventures
Vertex Venture Capital
Japan Israel High Tech Ventures
K2 Private Investors
aMoon Funds
Gelfand R.E. Opp.1,
Red Dot Capital Partners
Arbel Fund
Crescendo Venture Fund I
Dispute resolution: class actions (including derivative actions) Tier 3
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. has a particularly strong reputation for insurance and tort disputes, which makes it an attractive choice for Israeli corporates involved in environmental class actions, and consumer claims in key sectors including pharmaceuticals and consumer products, insurance, and tourism and transport. Of particular note, Gil Atar is acting for Haifa Chemicals in the NIS14bn class action regarding alleged air pollution in Haifa Bay. Other key contacts include insurance and civil litigation expert Tamar Arad-Kareth, and Yoav Razin, who has experience in securities and antitrust-related class actions.
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‘The Naschitz team are very professional with good work ethic. They do an excellent job in writing the papers that are filed to court, and they drill down into details where necessary.‘
Key clients
Haifa Chemicals
Isrotel Hotels Management
Unger Cohen CPA
Fischer Pharmaceuticals
Caesarstone
General Mills
Carolina Lemke
Gulliver Tourism
Harel Insurance
Leumit Health Services
Exit Electronics
Local Committee for Planning and Construction Hadera
Clal Insurance
HaShachar Ha`ole
Zer For You
Mei Avivim
Perrigo
Tnuva
Dispute resolution: white-collar crime, investigation and fraud Tier 3
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.'s white-collar team has particular expertise in criminal tax matters, though it also acts for company executives and business owners in relation to securities violations, criminal fraud and money laundering allegations. In addition, the practice group has developed a reputation in criminal negligence and malpractice claims. The department is headed by Ori Spiegel, who joined the firm in 2017 after years working at the Israeli Tax Authority, where he headed the special tax cases department. Given his background at the Tax Authority, Spiegel is particularly skilled in criminal (and civil) tax litigation and investigations; however, his cases often involve a variety of financial offences such as bribery, fraud and forgery.
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Key clients
Liam Israel
Aviram Almog
Shely & Sons
Irena Woldberg (TheIsrael BeitanoAffair)
Drug Case Online
Yosef Schneersohn
Ephraim Elmsey
Tatiana Oshinker
Dror Elany
Hyper Toy and Adi Regev
M.A. Ilanot and Marcelo Goose
CONLOG
Director of the firm Kasselman Kasselman
Employment Tier 3
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. handles contentious and non-contentious employment matters for a raft of multinational clients, with particular experience in collective bargaining. The group acts across all industry segments, but the wider firm’s leading hi-tech practice marks it as a popular choice for technology companies, with Microsoft, Wix.com and Taldor Computer Systems all turning to the firm for employment advice. Tommy Manor and the ‘creative and business-oriented’ Pnina Broder Manor jointly head a team that also includes the ‘knowledgeable’ Michal Zohar-Neistein.
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Testimonials
‘The team is very professional and devoted.’
‘Lawyers are very polite, efficient and provide pragmatic advice.’
‘Very smart lawyers who are extremely cost-conscious and highly responsive.
‘Pnina Broder Manor is the best employment lawyer in Israel. Very sophisticated, smart, creative and business-oriented.’
‘Michal Zohar-Neistein is pleasant and very knowledgeable in the field of employment, as well as always available and helpful.’
Key clients
Microsoft
Juniper Networks
Magar Limited
Plus 500 Ltd
Manpower Group
Wix.com
Deutsche Lufthansa
Taldor Computer Systems
Migdal Insurance Company
Leumit Health Care
CBC Group
Mei Avivim
Marmanet
Derech Eretz Highways
The Plants Production & Marketing Board
TAT Technologies
Visonic
Oxygen and Argon Works
Taptica
Gilat Satellite Networks
Syqe Medical
Comtal
Hakurnas Lead Works
Amarel Ltd
Memed Ltd
Real estate and construction Tier 3
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. advises landowners, developers and tenants on residential property developments, including the sale of land and construction issues, in addition to assisting clients in the urban renewal space with Tama 38 projects. Other work includes joint venture agreements, shared ownership agreements and other arrangements between parties underpinning major developments. Shmuel Lechner frequently advises the Israeli Lands Authority on its commercial and residential projects; he also stands out for his experience handling administrative, municipal and planning and construction disputes. Moshe Elya is also noted.
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Key clients
Jerusalem Economic Company
Azega
Yaacobi Universal
Gabay Group
Amirey Zichron Yaacov
Carasso Commercial
Rami Dunietz
101 Rothschild project company
Yakuel Project company
34 private landowners (Muli Geller and others)
Restructuring and insolvency Tier 3
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. is frequently appointed to represent debtors in insolvency and bankruptcy proceedings (as a trustee or receiver). Also of note is the firm's focus on the real estate and construction sector, which includes advising clients on major debt settlements with lenders. Alona Baumgarten has significant experience representing creditors and distressed companies in high-value insolvency and bankruptcy proceedings. She is acting for Global Max and Globus Network in bankruptcy proceedings regarding the client's 11 cinemas across Israel.
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Key clients
Bank Hapoalim
Clal Insurance Enterprises
Gaya Building & Development
Globus Max & Globus Network
Leadcom Integrated Solutions
Mercantile Discount Bank
Muller Brothers Construction & Development
S. Tanus Construction & Development
Shtula Metal-G
Dispute resolution: local litigation and arbitration Tier 4
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. specialises in insurance litigation, mass tort, product liability claims and professional malpractice, and is thus particularly active in class actions, and civil claims in the construction and infrastructure, professional services, and maritime and aviation sectors. Yoav Razin acts in a variety of corporate, securities and antitrust dispute, and also has experience in ICC arbitration. Gil Atar and Tamar Kareth are key contacts for high-value, multi-jurisdictional insurance litigation, professional liability claims and mass tort. Yaron Rossman is another contact in the practice group.
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Key clients
FIMI Israel
Ayalon Insurance Company
GTS Power Solutions
Menora Mivtachim Insurance
Leumit Health Care Services
Accel Telecom
Rachmani Excavations
Israel Electric Corporation
PCB
Eitanit
Saar
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. > Firm Profile
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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M&A and corporate | Sharon Amir | ||
M&A and corporate | Yoav Razin | ||
M&A and corporate | Tuvia Geffen | ||
M&A and corporate | Arnon Samburski | ||
M&A and corporate | Asher Assis | ||
M&A and corporate | Einat Rosu | ||
M&A and corporate | Tal Eliasaf | ||
M&A and corporate | Idan Lidor | ||
M&A and corporate | Shai Dill | ||
M&A and corporate | Meital Zimberg Lederman | ||
M&A and corporate | Ido Erlich | ||
M&A and corporate | Uri Eger | ||
M&A and corporate | Omer Novinsky | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Sharon Amir | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Gil Brandes | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Dalit Ben-Israel | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Noga Devecseri Spira | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Jonathan Feuchtwanger | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Tuvia Geffen | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Arnon Samburski | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Asher Assis | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Einat Rosu | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Tal Eliasaf | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Idan Lidor | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Shai Dill | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Inbar Mishory-Bartal | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Daniella Ben Shalom | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Anat Igner | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Ido Erlich | ||
Hi-tech, start-ups and venture capital | Itay Deutsch | ||
Dispute resolution | Azriel Rotman | ||
Dispute resolution | Shimon Chertow | ||
Dispute resolution | Yaron Horovitz | ||
Dispute resolution | Yoav Razin | ||
Dispute resolution | Tamar Kareth | ||
Dispute resolution | Gil Atar | ||
Dispute resolution | Neta Heichal | ||
Dispute resolution | Moshe Elya | ||
Dispute resolution | Shay Cohen | ||
Dispute resolution | Yaron Rossman | ||
Dispute resolution | Orli Naschitz | ||
Dispute resolution | Oren Maor | ||
Dispute resolution | Amit Mor | ||
Dispute resolution | Noa Feit | ||
Dispute resolution | Shay Tzfoni | ||
Dispute resolution | Chen Efrati | ||
Insurance | Azriel Rotman | ||
Insurance | Shimon Chertow | ||
Insurance | Tamar Kareth | ||
Insurance | Gil Atar | ||
Insurance | Neta Heichal | ||
Insurance | Shay Cohen | ||
Insurance | Orli Naschitz | ||
Real estate | Shmuel Lechner | ||
Real estate | Pnina Broder Manor | ||
Real estate | Moshe Elya | ||
Real estate | Shira Ozik | ||
Real estate | Sarit Hauschner | ||
Real estate | Lior Goldberg | ||
Real estate | Erez Sapir | ||
Capital markets | Tuvia Geffen | ||
Capital markets | Jonathan Feuchtwanger | ||
Capital markets | Roi Turgheman | ||
Banking and finance | Sharon Amir | ||
Banking and finance | Pnina Broder Manor | ||
Banking and finance | Tuvia Geffen | ||
Banking and finance | Sharon Lubezky | ||
Private equity | Sharon Amir | ||
Private equity | Gil Brandes | ||
Private equity | Einat Rosu | ||
Private equity | Idan Lidor | ||
Competition | Yoav Razin | ||
Competition | Golan Kaneti | ||
Shipping and transport | Ilan Winder | ||
Shipping and transport | Orli Naschits | ||
Shipping and transport | Merau Nur | ||
Labour law | Pnina Broder Manor | ||
Labour law | Yaron Rossman | ||
Labour law | Tommy Manor | ||
Labour law | Ilan Winder | ||
Labour law | Michal Zohar | ||
Bankruptcy and insolvency | Alona Baumgarten |
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- Dispute resolution: local litigation and arbitration