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Dispute resolution: class actions (including derivative actions)

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FWMK (Furth, Wilensky, Mizrachi, Knaani)

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FWMK (Furth, Wilensky, Mizrachi, Knaani) is distinguished by its representation of both plaintiffs and defendants in class actions. However, it primarily advises companies in defending class actions and derivative lawsuits, with a focus on cases in the securities and consumer law spheres. Ofer Furth and Orr Noy jointly lead the department and ‘employ sophisticated strategies’.
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  • ‘The team is characterised by its professionalism, knowledge and deep understanding of commercial law.’

  • ‘Orr Noy is an excellent lawyer with deep understanding of commercial law as well as outstanding litigation and EQ abilities.’

  • ‘Very skilful defence attorneys, who are co-operative, professional and provide quick service.’

  • ‘Orr Noy is an outstanding defence lawyer, very thorough, smart and provides a very good service level.’

  • ‘The practice provides professional and cost-effective service to the clients. The team has experience in class action and derivative motions, including those involving directors and officers, and manages to defend such claims in a timely and professionally manner.’

  • ‘Orr Noy is an excellent lawyer with strong professional skills along with interpersonal skills, which brings a holistic solution to any client that requires his services. Orr knows how to handle a case in a diligent, smart and cost-effective manner and thus provide best outcome.’

Key clients

  • Millennium Food Tech Partnership
  • InMode
  • BiolineRX
  • CEO, CFO, and Directors at Gibui Holdings
  • Founders and Directors of Breath of Life International
  • Purple Biotech (formerly Kitov Pharma)
  • Directors of Formula Systems (1985)
  • Protalix Biotherapeutics
  • Reut - Management Company of Provident Fund
  • Agur Management Company of Provident Fund
  • Sanofi - Aventis Israel
  • Poalei Tel Aviv Holdings

Work highlights

Representing Millennium Food Tech Partnership and its directors in a motion to approve a class action that was filed against them.
Representing InMode in a motion for disclosure of documents prior to initiating a derivative action against it.
Representing Reut Management Company of Provident Fund and Agor Management Company of Provident Fund, as respondents, in a motion for approval of a class action filed against 14 provident funds.

Practice head

Ofer Furth; Orr Noy