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Dispute resolution: local litigation and arbitration

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Sabari Farkash & Co. Law Firm

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Highlighted by some as a ‘first-class boutique’, Sabari Farkash & Co. Law Firm is characterised by its exclusive focus on dispute resolution, particularly shareholder disputes, directors’ liability cases and real estate litigation. Co-founding partners Ophir Sabari and Divon Farkash jointly lead the department.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘This litigation boutique possesses the capacity to tackle the most intricate and sophisticated cases. Its team is not only highly motivated and responsive but also treats clients with utmost respect, providing exceptionally caring service. What truly sets it apart is its stellar ensemble of top-notch litigators.’

  • ‘Every lawyer with whom I had an interaction was very smart and professional. I want to emphasise Divon Farkash, who is knowledgeable, fast thinking, persuasive and sharp. He has a unique ability to understand and analyse the legal situation and he always strives to reach the best results for his clients.’

  • ‘A professional team of litigators. The firm was established many years ago and is now growing and developing. I worked with it on a case and it was a pleasure to work with them. They knew the material well, knew how to strategize and performed well in court. Divon Farkash is very creative.’

  • ‘A good team in a small litigation boutique. Goal-focused and effective. Ophir Sabari and Divon Farkash are excellent lawyers.’

  • ‘The team specializes in providing professional and client-oriented services. The firm is highly experienced in litigation and in formulating a strategy to best serve the client's interests.’

  • ‘A first-class boutique that excels in the field of litigation. The firm combines high-level professional capabilities and personal customer service. Ophir Sabari is a professional lawyer with a strong sense of service.’

Key clients

  • Eitan Medical
  • Mr Shai Agassi (founder of Better Place)
  • West Face Capital
  • MBS Antilles; Tzifha International 1994; Tzifha
  • Zechariah Levy & Sons Building and Holdings Company (2009)
  • External Directors in BSD Crown
  • External Directors in IDB Development Corp (in liquidation)
  • Dimitri Weinberg and Maxim Shpilko, the controlling shareholders of Diler BMD International
  • D-Fend Solutions AD
  • Profimex
  • Torat Ha'Chaim Neve Dekalim Association
  • Hanania Gibstein and Dov Gibstein

Work highlights

Representing Mr Shai Agassi, the founder of the Better Place consortium, in proceedings related to a NIS200m claim filed by the liquidators of the group against the group’s directors and other defendants.
Representing Eitan Medical in a lawsuit filed against it, and some of its shareholders, by the the company’s minority shareholders.
Representing companies of Tzifha Group in various lawsuits regarding land ownership.

Practice head

Ophir Sabari; Divon Farkash