Acting for entrepreneurs, technology corporations, investors and venture capital and private equity funds, Herzog Fox & Neeman’s sector specialisms include cybersecurity, fintech, semiconductors, life sciences, clean-tech, healthcare, and agriculture. Technology division head Yair Geva advises start-ups and emerging companies, from early stages to unicorn and exit phases; Hanan Haviv focuses on corporate and securities law; and Yuval Zilber is a technology deal expert. The department also features Yoni Frider, Alon Lederman, Mor Limanovich, Yuval Meidar and Gilad Majerowicz, as well as Miri WangRaz Ofer, and Tomer Farkash.
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Accolades

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Individuals who are first and foremost highly professional, knowledgeable and up to date. They are all very responsive, and also proactive in calling clients’ attention to certain matters that require action. These individuals additionally operate as business enablers in balancing legal considerations alongside business constraints and opportunities.’
  • ‘What makes this practice truly unique is the way they combine deep legal expertise with a personal, almost family-like approach. Fast-growing start-ups value speed, availability, and clarity, and this team consistently delivers on all fronts.’
  • ‘They are always accessible, extremely responsive, and provide advice that is not only legally sound but also closely aligned with clients’ business goals. Unlike many firms where clients might feel like just another client, here the lawyers genuinely take the time to understand clients’ companies, our industries, and long-term vision.’
  • ‘The individuals stand out because of their rare combination of professionalism, accessibility, and genuine care. They are not only exceptional lawyers but also true partners to companies. What sets them apart from competitors is the way they consistently go beyond the legal checklist and engage with clients as if they are part of their internal team.’
  • ‘This HFN team is amazing in every way. They work in unity, from the partners to the associates. Always willing to assist in a professional and courteous manner.’
  • ‘Alon Lederman has great professionalism and vision, and Tomer Farkash is an extraordinary combination of service-mindedness and legal expertise, and his dedication makes clients feel fully supported at every step. Together, they embody the unique blend of excellence and humanity that makes this practice truly stand out.’

Key clients

  • Zoomin
  • CopperHelm
  • AppliedSystems
  • BrizzAI
  • DoorLoop
  • Alpha Wave Ventures II
  • Kela Defense
  • Ryft
  • ImagenAI
  • Mesh Technologies
  • Ownera
  • Utila

Work highlights

Advised Zoomin on its $450m sale to Salesforce.
Advised Nvidia on acquiring Runai Labs, a matter involving cross-border IP, regulatory, and Innovation Authority compliance.
Advised Varonis on the acquisition of Cyral, a matter involving data security, IP, privacy, and regulatory issues across jurisdictions.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners

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

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

Hanan Haviv; Yair Geva

Other key lawyers

Yuval Zilber; Yoni Frider; Alon Lederman; Mor Limanovich; Yuval Meidar; Gilad Majerowicz; Miri Wang; Raz Ofer; Tomer Farkash; Lior Katz; Avital Zahari