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AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co > The Legal 500 Rankings
Dispute resolution > Dispute resolution: white-collar crime, investigation and fraud Tier 2
Led by Sharon Kohane, the team at AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co specialises in white-collar crime, with particular expertise in offences pertaining to administrative corruption, tax, securities, competition law, and money laundering. A former servant at the Tel Aviv district attorney office as senior prosecutor and head of department, Kohane is particularly experienced in money laundering matters.Practice head(s):
Sharon Kohane
Testimonials
‘Professional with huge patience and availability.’
Key clients
Mr. Rami Tayeb
Adv. Shlomo Deri
Mr. Moshe Hava
MaxStock ltd.
Partner Communication
Mrs. Eva Waldman
Sadot Ltd
Mr. David Bitan
Lev Leviev
LLD Diamonds Company
Albar ltd.
Mr. Oren Elezra
Mr. Eli Elezra
Leverate
Moshe Goldman
Kibbutz Lahav
Malam Team
Work highlights
- Represented MK and advocate David Bitan before the Attorney General in proceedings arisen from allegations of bribery, breach of trust, money laundering and tax offences.
- Representing Rami Tayeb in proceedings regarding allegations of bribery, money laundering, tax evasion, and fraud.
- Representing Albar Company and its officials in an investigation regarding tax crimes, deception, forgery of documents, and submission of fraudulent documents, valued at NIS250m.
Israel > Hi-tech and start-ups Tier 2
The hi-tech practice at AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co focuses its expertise on providing emerging companies and institutional investors with advice on M&A transactions and IPOs, and also assists with IP issues. Former entrepreneur Daniel Chinn leads the practice and is a specialist in guiding venture capital clients, private equity funds, and start-ups from establishment to acquisition. Saar Binyamin advises clients on the full range of corporate and commercial mandates, with a notable focus on assisting start-ups. Associate Mati Rosenbaum specialises in equity financing work, and associate Hila Faber advises on commercial matters.Practice head(s):
Daniel Chinn
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘AYR’s Jerusalem branch fields a humane, experienced and methodical team. We have had the pleasure of working with both partners and associates in the Hi-Tech team. In our experience the team is always approachable, cautious and expansive in their research of suppliers, partners and investors.’
‘I value honesty, straight forwardness, quick responses with time sensitive questions, thorough review of materials, empathy as well as 1:1 time spent to explain any open issues.’
‘AYR is professional and fast to respond, both of which are critical for any legal assignments.’
‘Daniel Chinn and Hila Faber are smart and make practical legal advice. The billings are also reasonable.’
‘1. Very professional. Strong experience with working with start-ups and VCs. They have an excellent name in the industry and are well respected. 2. Service orientated. As a start-up we often need a quick turnaround, out of office hours service etc. They are always available for us. 3. All rounders – they provide services to us for HR, customer contracts, NDAs, Data Room, Cap table and more.’
‘Daniel Chinn – The partner we work with. I know we are in good hands with him. Always available and acts also as an adviser. Will always pick up the ball. Hila Farber – our day-to-day contact, professional, service orientated. Knows how to be flexible when needed and will refer to specialists when required. We regard her as one of our team.’
‘The team at AYR helped me navigate the company in difficult times when the company had to recap and pivot to a new direction. The team helped me to find the right way to make the changes and advised me on all the legal aspects. I felt that I was in good and professional hands.’
‘Daniel Chinn is super professional and experienced, and together with the bright Mati Rosenbaum give me the best legal consultancy that I could wish for. Not only that they are very professional, but they also super efficient and in all the details.’
Key clients
Lemonade
Aleph
Nexar
Maniv
C2A
Hetz Ventures
Microsoft Corporation, Microsoft Israel, Microsoft Israel R&D (2002), Microsoft Azure Accelerator TLV
Samsung NEXT Fund
Sony Innovation Fund / Sony Semiconductor Solutions
ComQi
HoneyBookEvent Planning
Communitake Technologies
Cyberpion
Finjan Holdings
Internet Rimon
Smartech the Industry Pivot
Tamar Robotics
ADVA Optical Networking SE
Malam
Daisy
Copyleaks Technologies
Teleclal Group
GeoQuant
Matrix IT/ John Bryce Training
Dror Ortho Design Ltd.
Benchmark Israel
6Degrees Ltd.
Tamar Niv Breathing Solutions
TrustPeers
Pick A Pier
Chiliseed
Consumer Physics
D-Star Lab
Allegro S.a.r.l.
W-Cycle Holdings Ltd.
Forsight Robotics
Ginzi
MyInterview
BUYME Technology Ltd.
Compete HR Ltd.
FlatWorld Ltd.
Trullion
XR Health Group
Covelocity Ltd.
Beyond Remotely Ltd.
Deep Innovations Ltd.
OWNID Inc.
Alignment Labs Ltd.
Spark Fabric FBC
Yala Impact Ltd.
AlgoCart Ltd.
Ontonix
REF Investments Ltd.
OneDeeds, Inc.
Funders Club
3Chron Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advised Lemonade Inc. on its second public offering of its shares on the New York Stock Exchange.
- Assisted XR Health Group with a complicated funding project made up of a $13m financing round of new investors and converting SAFE investors and a venture lending loan and line of credit from Bank Discount.
- Advised Maniv Mobility on a Series Seed investment in Fenix Gulf Scooters, a micro mobility company operating in the United Arab Emirates.
Israel > Planning and zoning Tier 2
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co assists clients in all aspects of planning and zoning, with extensive experience in licensing processes, land betterment taxes, environmental issues and litigation. The group represents a wide range of public and private clients operating in the infrastructure, residential and commercial sectors, including construction and infrastructure companies and private developers. Amir Amar advises on the full range of planning issues, with niche expertise in matters relating to the telecoms industry. Yacov Cohen is recognised for his strength in planning and building licensing, infrastructure and contentious matters.Practice head(s):
Amir Amar; Yacov Cohen
Key clients
Nesher Israel Cement Enterprises Ltd.
Shapir industries Ltd.
Aura Israel Development and Investments Ltd.
PHI Networks
Delek – The Israel Fuel Corporation
Gindi Tower Tel Aviv Ltd.
The Bazan Group
Ono Academic College
Noble Energy Mediterranean Ltd.
Kavim Public Transportation Ltd.
Kesher Rent A Car Ltd- (Hertz)
Dunietz brothers group
Bank Hapoalim
The Ashtrom Group
Adama Agan Ltd.
Israel National Gas Lines Company Ltd.
“Meuhedet” Health Services
The Gabay Group
Africa Israel Group
Work highlights
- Represented Nesher Israel Cement Enterprises in an administrative petition against the Tamara municipality and the mayor regarding their refusal to renew Nesher’s business licence at the Tamara Quarry.
- Represented Aura Investments before the appeals committee of the Central District Planning and Building Committee in its successful appeal of an improvement levy demand.
- Represented the Bazan Group in negotiating an agreement to end a high-profile dispute with the Haifa municipality following the collapse of an oil refinery.
Israel > Telecoms and media Tier 2
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co counts the Israeli Public Broadcast Corporation as a long-standing client and also advises a strong client list of TV operators, radio stations, internet connectivity services, and technology multinationals. The practice is headed up by Eyal Roy Sage, who an expert in the interplay between technology and competition law and a privacy and data protection practitioner. Associate Shir Shoshany-Katz is also active in data mandates, as well as IP and internet-related matters.Practice head(s):
Eyal Roy Sage
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘A professional and experienced legal team that provides high-quality legal services.’
‘Eyal Roy Sage and Shir Shoshany-Katz – professionals with extensive knowledge and availability.’
‘Their experience and expertise stands out.’
‘Professional, dedicated, thorough.’
‘Eyal Roy Sage (partner) and Shir Shoshany-Katz (associate) – they are both excellent lawyers, professionals and responsive.’
Key clients
Microsoft Corporation
Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation
Teva Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
BANK LEUMI LE- ISRAEL B.M.
PHI
The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange
PARTNER COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY LTD.
CELLCOM ISRAEL LTD.
PELEPHONE COMMUNICATIONS LTD.
Israel Credit Cards Ltd.
Harel Insurance Company Ltd.
Menora Mivtachim Insurance Ltd.
The Northern Radio Holdings Ltd.
Non Stop Radio (Management 2008) Ltd.
Non Stop Radio Ltd.
Mayer Cars And Trucks Co.Ltd
Kesher Rent A Car Ltd.
L’Oréal Israel Ltd.
MALAM – TEAM LTD.
El Al Israel Airlines Ltd.
Kavim Public Transportation LTD.
Migdal Insurance and Financial Holdings Ltd.
Clal Insurance Company Ltd.
Ministry of Justice of the State of Israel
Work highlights
- Advised Microsoft Corporation on regulations pertaining to deploying its first data centre in Israel.
- Advising Harel Insurance Company Ltd. and Clal Insurance Company Ltd. on transitioning to cloud-based services and data-driven offerings.
- Advising Kan on a variety of matters related to its TV, radio, and digital productions.
Israel > Dispute resolution: local litigation and arbitration Tier 3
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co covers a wide ambit of contentious work for its clients, with strengths in commercial litigation, white-collar criminal defence, class action defence, labour law, tax litigation and planning and construction matters. In addition, competition and privacy law matters are other drivers of work. The team is led by Ram Jeanne, who advocates both in Israel and overseas and is a former chairman of the Litigation Committee of the Israeli Bar Association. Another name to note is Alon Sukenik, who was promoted to partner in 2021. In another key development, the practice was bolstered by the arrival of Shlomi Schneider from Hadad, Roth & Co. In addition, special adviser Baruch (Buky) Katzman joined from Herzog Fox & Neeman.Practice head(s):
Ram Jeanne
Other key lawyers:
Baruch (Buky) Katzmann; Igal Doron; Oded Mudrik; Oded Gross; Yaniv Dekel; Dana Batat; Gidon Even-Or; Roey Dotan; Gali Friedhof; Shlomi Schneider; Anat Kerner; Ronen Apt
Testimonials
‘This team is one of the most capable litigation teams I know. They are exceptional as a team and as individuals. The level of their dedication is admirable.’
‘Ram Jeanne, one of the partners, is extremely devoted and very intelligent. He gives his all to his clients and is always available to them. Ram made me feel very confident and secure through out our work together. Dana Batat, one of Ram’s team, is an exceptional lawyer. She is extremely intelligent, very observant, sharp and witty. Her briefs are very well written both in language and content.’
‘Gidon Even-or & Dana Battat. Both partners were extremely helpful, knowledgeable, hard working and with great interpersonal skills. They were both committed to the engagement and I can’t imagine a better team to work with. I enjoyed the process I had with them and was very happy about the results.’
‘What makes AYR unique in this practice is their creative thinking, their availability and their dedication to honing their craft. The lawyers in this practice are efficient, cooperative and dedicated to the client in a way like no other firm.’
‘Their wide experience, professionalism, innovation and creativity ensure our unique needs always being addressed.’
‘Dana Battat as head of the legal cases we worked with was very impressive all the qualities that I mentioned as a team really stand out regarding her specifically.’
‘The main important factor with AYR is the professionalism and dedication of the firm to the client. Availability and quick response to any request and issues are some of those strengths. The confidence we have that the firm will do its utmost to serve the case – it’s outstanding.’
‘Super-professional team that brings a proactive, aggressive, hands-on approach to each dispute.’
Key clients
Shufersal Ltd.
Shapir Engineering & Industries Ltd.
Malam Team Ltd.
BST Construction Ltd.
The Israeli Broadcasting Corporation
Blue Square Real Estate Ltd.
Matrix IT Ltd and John Bryce
Issta Lines Ltd.
Microsoft Corporation and Microsoft Israel Ltd.
Partner Communications Company Ltd.
Bank Hapoalim B.M.
Mayer’s Group
Amot Investments Ltd.
General Mills Israel Ltd.
Ofer Investments Group and Melisron Ltd.
Global University Systems
Pelephone Communications Company Ltd.
SolarEdge Technologies Ltd.
Aspen Group Ltd.
Neopharm Group
Work highlights
- Representing Cfir-Jerusalem Light Rail in obtaining a tender to operate the light rail in Jerusalem.
- Represented Lightning Networks Ltd. before the Supreme Court regarding the enforcement policy of the Ministry of Health.
- Representing the Charitable Trust of Bikur Holim Hospital against the official receiver acting as liquidator concerning real-estate assets.
Dispute resolution > Dispute resolution: class actions (including derivative actions) Tier 3
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co acts for foreign and domestic clients from a variety of sectors but is particularly notable for its work in telecoms, banking, and consumer protection. Yaron Reiter has expertise in contract, intellectual property, administrative, IT, and competition law; he regularly represents multinationals in large class action lawsuits.Practice head(s):
Yaron Reiter
Other key lawyers:
Ariella Ablov; Dana Amir; Ruthy Wysenbeek-Shauli; Yael Shoham; Alon Sukenik;
Testimonials
‘AYR’s Class action team has extensive knowledge in class actions. They are very professional. I trust their consultation that takes into account strategic needs of the specific case, the needs of the company and the legal position. They know when to fight and when to settle and how to bring the best results. They are also very available when needed.’
‘Yaron Reiter is very experienced and known lawyer in the field for a good reason. He is very sharp, knowledgeable and has creative solutions. Yaron is also very available and “Hands -On” in the cases.
‘Ruthy Wysenbeek-Shauli helps us with all our cases. She is smart, knowledgeable, sees the wider perspective and is very available and engaged.’
‘AYR is the firm that gives us legal service in the most complex lawsuits. We are very pleased with the quality of the legal work and the customer service.’
‘This team is in a league of its own in every aspect, among others, in their original thinking, service, fighting spirit and attention to details. These features distinguish them from all others and bring about significant achievements to the cases in their care.’
‘Yaron Reiter’s achievements and unique standards are a result of his character and work. Yaron is a brilliant lawyer who has experience and unparalleled legal analysis capabilities. He is combative and extraordinarily intelligent and approaches each case with enthusiasm and dedication as if it were his first case. The files handled by his department are handled personally by him and he is involved in every detail.’
‘Ariella Ablov – a brilliant lawyer. She has phenomenal legal abilities, a rare memory and control of every detail in every case, small and large. She is always available, gracious and more important, always provides correct and wise advice.’
‘Dana Amir and Ruthy Wysenbeek-Shauli analyse every issue efficiently and with great talent; take charge of piles of complicated data and provide fast, efficient and high-quality service.’
Key clients
Shufersal Ltd.
Partner Communications Company Ltd.
Microsoft Corporation
Microsoft Israel Ltd.
Phoenix Insurance Company Ltd.
Excellence Nessuah Gemel Ltd.
Chi Mei Corporation
The Gindi Group
Bank Leumi Ltd.
BANK HAPOALIM B.M.
M. Lasser
Bezeq International Ltd.
Kesher Rent A Car Ltd.
Kavim Public Transportation Ltd.
Pelephone Communications Company Ltd.
Operate-Lease Ltd.
Teleclal Group Ltd.
The Manufacturers Association of Israel
Leascar
Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation
Maccabi Haifa F.C
012 Smile Telecom Ltd.
ICP Finance Ltd.
Be Drugstores Ltd.
S.Shlomo Holdings Ltd.
Of Yerushalaim Mehadrin Ltd.
Ono Academic College.
Studio C
Dayagei Rishon LeZion
Work highlights
- Represented Chi Mei Corporation in an international competition law case before the district court and the Supreme Court, valued at $57-77m.
- Representing Microsoft Corporation in two applications to certify a class action alleging automatic OS replacement without consent, valued at $28m.
- Represented Partner Communication Ltd. before the district court and the Supreme Court in an application to certify a class action alleging price discrimination, valued at $126m.
Israel > Employment Tier 3
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co's employment practice is particularly active on behalf of clients in the educational, hi-tech, restaurant and construction sectors. The group strikes a balance between contentious and non-contentious work and advises on collective negotiations, employment agreements, compensation packages and employment litigation. Group head Helit Simchoni is highlighted by sources as 'hungry to win'. Former judge Yigal Plitman acts a special consultant on labour law.Practice head(s):
Helit Simchoni
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Professional with huge patience and availability.’
‘Very professional. Hungry to win. Great team.’
‘Helit Simchoni is amazing at client relationships. He is a team player, hungry to win. Quiet but gets it done like no one else.’
Key clients
Hadera Paper Group
Gaon Holdings Group
Shenkar College
Bartan Holdings and Investments Ltd.
Ramada Hadera Resort
Lemonade
Maccabi Haifa Football Club
Ono Academic College
Telecall Group Ltd.
Diamond Capital Management Services Ltd.
A.A. Shidurit Telepage (1989)
Gindi Ltd.
Ramet Ltd.
Pitchon Lev
Work highlights
- Advising Shenkar college on a variety of labour law issues.
- Representing Minrav Engineering and Construction in several lawsuits in the labour courts.
- Representing Hadera Paper in a lawsuit against a former employee alleging embezzlement of company funds.
Intellectual property > Intellectual property: commercial/transactions Tier 3
Alongside patent licensing, AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co also handles trade marks and all aspects of copyright commercialisation. The firm won a public tender to advise the Israel Public Broadcasting Corporation on all IP issues. An expert in matters at the intersection of competition law and IP, Eyal Roy Sage leads the team and clients additionally benefit from his know-how in privacy and data. He also serves as co-chair of the Tel Aviv Chapter of the International Association of Privacy Professionals.Practice head(s):
Eyal Roy Sage
Testimonials
‘The team is very professional and has a very wide understanding of the matter. The team responds quickly to questions and gives a thorough review of the relevant matters.’
‘Eyal Sage is highly experienced and professional; he has a way of dealing with complex issues very creatively and “breaking them down” & explaining them to the client so it is all clear. He analyzes correctly the different interest’s of the parties and that leads to better and clever problem solving, he is up-to-date in all the issues regarding intellectual property in the world.’
‘Eyal Sage leads the team. We feel very confident with handling the issues although the rest of the team is young and bright.’
Key clients
Microsoft Corporation
Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation
Israel Credit Cards Ltd.
Partner Communications Company Ltd.
Hot Telecommunications Systems
Pelephone Communications Ltd.
El Al Israel Airlines Ltd.
Menora Mivtachim Insurance Ltd
Maccabi Haifa F.C
The Northern Radio Holdings Ltd.
Non Stop Radio (Management 2008) Ltd.
Non Stop Radio Ltd.
Teleclal Group Ltd.
Ono Academic College
Afcon Holdings Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advising Microsoft Corporation on agreements for outsourced software and hardware development, and IP licensing contracts.
- Assisting Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation in negotiating TV format licences, and draft TV, digital, and combined production and co-production agreements.
- Negotiating licensing agreements with six collecting societies on behalf of IPBC, Hot, Partner Communications, and El Al Israel Airlines.
Israel > Real estate and construction Tier 3
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:
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.
Israel > Transport Tier 3
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co‘s interdisciplinary transport practice recently acted on a slew of aviation and road-related mandates. The group has an emphasis on contentious matters and recently represented Shlomo Sixt in two applications for class action lawsuits filed against in connection with its car rental business. Yoav Caspi advises on transport transactions, while Yaron Reiter and Ram Jeanne are key contacts for transport-related litigation.Practice head(s):
Yoav Caspi; Yaron Reiter; Ram Jeanne
Other key lawyers:
Gadiel Bluzstein; Assaf Lapid
Testimonials
‘I dealt with Gadiel Bluzstein. Nice communication and good advice.’
‘The team possesses very confidential and competent lawyers, particularly Gadiel Bluzstein.’
Key clients
Dan Public Transportation
Kavim Public Transportation LTD.
El Al Israel Airlines Ltd.
Mayer’s Group (Hertz, Kavim, Merkavim).
Kesher Rent A Car Ltd- (Hertz)
Merkavim Transportation Technologies
Auto Center Limited Partnership
Shlomo Sixt Group
Aero Handling Ltd.
FSM Ground Services
Shafir Group
Operate-Lease Ltd.
Leascar
Shapir Engineering & Industries Ltd.
Danya Cebus and China Civil joint venture
Morgan Ltd.
Work highlights
- Representing a joint venture between Danya Cebus and China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation in an arbitration concerning the light rail project in Tel Aviv.
- Representing FSM Ground Services in several matters, including an Israel Airport Authority tender for the provision of services and maintenance of luggage carts at Ben Gurion Airport.
- Representing Ahuzot Ha’Chof in a class action alleging that i overcharges Tel Aviv residents for parking services.
Israel > Banking and finance Tier 4
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co's practice is dominated by borrower-side representations, particularly in the construction, real estate and infrastructure sectors. Yoav Caspi is recommended for his broad corporate finance focus. Assaf Lapid 'provides a personal service' and had a strong recent run in real estate financings.Practice head(s):
Yoav Caspi; Assaf Lapid
Other key lawyers:
Tomer Altman
Testimonials
‘Provides a personal service, answers all questions in various legal subjects.’
‘Lawyer Assaf Lapid works with our group of companies and gives a personal service in every hour of the day via email, work phone and personal phone.’
Key clients
Bank Hapoalim
Amitim Pension Funds
Harel Group Harel Insurance Investments and Financial Services Ltd.
Clal Insurance Enterprises Holdings Ltd.
Lemonade Group
Gindi Group
Mayer Group
Fritz Companies Israel T. Ltd.
Shapir Group
More Investment House
Halman – Aldubi
A.N.G Group
Etz HaShaked Engineering
Ohad Eldar investment Ltd.
Mayer (Kesher) Real Estate England (2013), Limited Partnership
Shriki Group
Nuriel & Sons Transport Ltd.
Lahav L.R. Real estate Ltd.
Teleclal Group
Eldar Group
Work highlights
- Represented Gindi on the financing of the purchase of a parcel of land on which the fourth tower of the Gindi TLV Project is built.
- Advised Shapir Group on a NIS1.2bn financing for the construction of a major housing and infrastructure project.
- Advised Halman Aldubi on a financing transaction, in which Halman gave Ampa Capital NIS120m worth of credit.
Israel > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 5
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co's growing practice has a focus on the real estate and technology sectors. The firm represents individuals, investors and public and private corporations on a wide range of corporate transactions, including M&A, share purchase agreements and joint ventures. Corporate head Yoav Caspi and finance lead Assaf Lapid are the key contacts.Practice head(s):
Yoav Caspi; Assaf Lapid
Other key lawyers:
Daniel Chinn; Sariel Cohen; Carmit Madani
Testimonials
‘Professional people with huge patience and availability.’
‘What makes the firm’s team unique are the people who lead it; they are cooperative and yet strict when it comes to their client, all while working towards completing the deal.’
‘The team is usually quite responsive and knows how to raise a flag if there are any issues that need to be taken into account.‘
‘I work with Assaf Lapid and after many years of using business legal services I have found a lawyer who understand our needs, understand business and strategy, and knows how to solve a problem, or avoid one.’
‘The individuals I worked with (Assaf Lapid, Sariel Cohen and Carmit Madani) stand out for their vast commercial knowledge and familiarity with Israeli law and the Israeli market. Their knowledge helps us solve commercial issues, while keeping us between the legal boundaries. They are problem-solvers and deal-makers of the highest standard (while guarding our interests).’
Key clients
Microsoft Corporation and Microsoft Israel
Shufersal
EL-AL Israel Airlines Ltd.
Partner Communications Company Ltd.
Hapoalim Bank
Shapir Group
Mayer Group Exclusive importer of Honda, Volvo, Renault and Jaguar in Israel
Kavim
Kesher Rent A Car
Gindi Group
Malam Group
Harel Group Harel Insurance Investments and Financial Services Ltd.
Amitim
Matrix Group
Clal Insurance Enterprises Holdings Ltd.
Kan Israeli Public Broadcasting Corp.
International Paralympic Committee
Magen David Adom
Israel Natural Gas Lines Ltd.
Teleclal Group
Lahav L.R Real Estate LTD
BuyMe
Nesher Israel Cement Enterprises
Danya Cebus
Lemonade Group
Ceaser Stone (Even Keisar)
Hemilton Group
Brill Group
S.Z. Systems Ltd.
Cal
Samsung NEXT Fund
Sony Innovation Fund / Sony Semiconductor Solutions
Aleph
LEVERATE
Work highlights
- Represented Lahav LR Real Estate and BGM in the purchase of 70% of Delek Israel.
- Represented Isaac Mizrahi, and several other minority shareholders of KV Kinetic Energy Ventures, in the sale of their shares to the majority shareholder.
- Represented Lemonade in its $767m public offering of its shares on the NYSE.
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