FWMK (Furth, Wilensky, Mizrachi, Knaani) is well known for advising hi-tech and technology-driven sector companies on the gamut of Israeli labour and employment law issues. Examples include major M&A transactions, corporate restructurings, financings, and regulatory compliance, as well as employment negotiations and disputes. Practice head Yael Ben-Naim ‘brings strong strategic insight’; Elad Astro’s experience includes the employment aspects of significant deals; and Dina Mets acts across a range of employment issues.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge

Testimonials

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  • ‘What makes them stand out is their commitment to clients, paired with exceptional availability and responsiveness.’
  • ‘They care deeply and are heavily dedicated to protecting their clients.’
  • ‘They don’t just provide legal answers but help clients think through the broader organizational and reputational implications of employment-related issues.’
  • ‘Yael Ben-Naim and Dina Mets both exemplify professionalism, clarity, and dedication.’
  • ‘Yael Ben-Naim and Dina Mets - their combination of expertise and personal commitment differentiates them from other firms.’
  • ‘Yael Ben-Naim brings strong strategic insight and communicates complex legal issues in a straightforward and actionable manner.’

Key clients

  • A Step Forward - Expriences & Content
  • AP Partners Fund
  • Aeye Health
  • Altshuler Shaham investment house
  • Amram Avraham Construction Company
  • Anges - Emendo IL
  • Apeiron Venture Capital Partners
  • AppFront
  • Billrun Technologies
  • Biobetter
  • Blaier-Katz-Aharonov Real Estate Appraisal
  • Blockchain Development

Work highlights

Assisting Amram Avraham Construction Company with a labour law review.
Advised Playtika on its strategic acquisition of SuperPlay, an Israeli mobile gaming studio, the matter including labour law support.
Assisted Redis with an application for obtaining a special permit for work on the weekly rest day, in accordance with the Israeli Work Hours and Rest Law 5711-1951.

Lawyers

Leading partners

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Yael Ben-Naim
Yael Ben-Naim
Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Yael Ben-Naim

Other key lawyers

Elad Astro; Dina Mets