Herzog Fox & Neeman‘s energy department offers a comprehensive set of legal services to a range of clients in the sector, regularly advising lenders, sponsors, suppliers, and developers on a diverse array of renewable and conventional energy matters across all stages of the project lifecycle. Jointly leading the team are key contact for cross-border financing and transactions Adam Eytan, and Mark Phillips, who has significant experience with photovoltaic projects as well as all aspects of oil and gas matters. Working under the duo’s stewardship are transactions regular Eran Wagner and Zara Gold, who is highly engaged in pumped storage projects. Additionally, the firm also houses a dedicated environment team led by Ruth Dagan that supports various entities operating in the energy sector with the environmental considerations of projects from inception through to completion.
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Testimonials
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‘The project finance and energy team is highly professional and very pleasant to work with. They have been representing us in various transactions and always provide the best legal support, including with respect to related aspects of the transaction, such as antitrust and regulations.’
‘Zara Gold represented us in a loan transaction and was highly professional, prudent, and pleasant to work with.’
‘With dedicated, experienced lawyers for each legal activity related to the financial close of a project finance transaction, HFN brings strong firepower to DD and legal doc preparation promptly and meets a high standard of precision. The work is managed by a strong and experienced senior partner. The office offers across-the-board services, which can cover any aspects of a transaction.'
‘As a service provider, the HFN teams are customer-oriented in terms of availability, patience, and their ability to explain to and discuss with non-lawyers (including us bankers and other advisors). We characterise this office as one which contributes towards solutions and is a deal-maker, where not only will the team pinpoint issues of concern, but propose solutions and mitigations, based on analysis, context, and past experience.'
‘I would say one of the most unique features of HFN is their quick and professional response to queries regarding existing agreements and ongoing regulatory requirements.'
‘I recommend Zara Gold and Eran Wagner. Their availability is superb.’
Key clients
- Bank Hapoalim BM
- Bank Leumi Le-Israel BM
- Israel Electric Corporation
- Mizrachi Tefahot Bank Ltd.
- Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd.
- EDF Renewable Energy Ltd.
- Star Pumped Storage Ltd.
- Powergen Ltd.
- Mubadala Petroleum
- Wind Bereshit LP
- Meshakim and Partners – Limited Partnership
- Chevron (formerly Noble Energy)
Work highlights
Assisted Haifa Chemicals Ltd. with the development of a gas-powered power plant, advising on regulatory and permitting issues as well as preparing and negotiating BOT and other construction contracts.
Advising Mishkei Hakibbutzim on the development and financing of multiple PV projects with energy storage capabilities.
Advising EDF on various project agreements, including EPC, O&M, as well as Supply and Services Agreements, concerning the development of multiple PV and energy storage projects.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Adam Eytan; Mark Phillips
Other key lawyers
Eran Wagner; Ruth Dagan; Zara Gold