S. Friedman, Abramson & Co. acts throughout the start-up lifecycle, from incorporation through to funding rounds, strategic collaborations, and M&A. The department is led by venture capital and start-up specialist, Oren Sharon, whose ‘unwavering availability is testament to his dedication to nurturing strong relationships’. The practice further includes Ron Peri, who assists with commercial and investment matters; and technology transfer expert Illana Levy, an adviser to hospital and academic institution-affiliated commercialisation companies.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Clients enjoy working with S. Friedman's team because they are professional, available, accessible, think outside the box, and always try to find the best solution for clients.’
- ‘Clients feel protected in their dealings with clients thanks to their expert guidance. This unique blend of professional expertise and a personal touch is what sets the team apart and provides clients with a level of security and confidence that is unparalleled.’
- ‘They go beyond the standard client-supplier relationship to become true partners.’
- ‘The commitment to clients is unwavering. They are always available for any matter, from critical legal advice to a simple conversation over coffee, which speaks volumes about their dedication to nurturing a long-term, trusting relationship.’
- ‘Provides an exceptional blend of legal expertise and a genuinely warm, personal approach, setting them apart from any competitor.’
- ‘The experience with Oren Sharon is exceptional. What makes this practice unique is their ability to provide not only highly professional legal counsel, but also a remarkably warm and caring service.’
Key clients
- ZIM Integrated Shipping Services
- Champel Capital LP (Cayman)
- Champel Capital Impact Deep Tech Fund (Delaware)
- Oobit Technologies
- Lynxight
- Road2 Innovations
- Spinframe Technologies
- Accellta
- Rapida Infrastructures
- Newton VR
- Constrol
- Bubble Workspace (Cybersecurity)
Work highlights
Advising the CVC of ZIM Integrated Shipping on multiple investment rounds involving cutting-edge start-ups.
Advising Champel Capital on over $180m of investments across companies, including Aleph Farms, Laminate Medical, and Lynxight.
Acting for Oobit, a Singapore-based start-up, from its seed financing round through to its $25m Series A financing, led by Tether Investments.
Practice head
Oren Sharon
Other key lawyers
Ron Peri; Illana Levy