ES Shimron, I Molho, Persky & Co acts for hi-tech and start-up clients on formation and corporate documentation, as well as investment rounds and development agreements. The team additionally assists with licensing, distribution, and clinical trial and manufacturing agreements. Shai Ganor ‘brings clarity and responsiveness to complex matters’; while Dov Abramovitz advises hi-tech sector clients on commercial transactions and M&A. Rachel Shay, Shira Schlaff and Yakov Kohl are other names to note.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What makes this practice unique is the rare combination of deep technical expertise, practical business judgement, and genuine client care.’
- ‘The team doesn’t just respond to legal questions - they anticipate needs, think strategically about long-term outcomes, and offer pragmatic solutions that balance legal rigour with commercial realities.’
- ‘Shai Ganor and Shira Schlaff - what makes them truly stand out is their rare combination of intelligence, responsiveness, practicality, and deep understanding of start-ups.’
- ‘Shai Ganor brings clarity and responsiveness to complex matters, while the firm’s associates demonstrate diligence and a proactive approach.’
- ‘They deliver with the precision and sophistication of a top-tier firm, but with the accessibility, speed, and personal commitment that are often missing at larger practices.’
- ‘Shai Ganor and Shira Schlaff know exactly where to focus, what truly matters, and where it is appropriate to be flexible. This ability is invaluable for fast-moving start-ups. They are also exceptionally responsive.’
Key clients
- N-Drip
- Bend It Technologies
- Alma Therapeutics
- Endoron Medical
- Migal Galilee Research Institute
- MigVax
- Cellcom Israel
- Netafim
- Quality In Flow
- Backbox Software
- Sea2Cell
- Webbing
Work highlights
Advised on all aspects of a corporate restructuring, including a cross-border corporate flip, resulting in the incorporation of a new Irish parent company and the reorganisation of the existing corporate structure accordingly.
Advised on negotiations with a pharmaceutical company, in elation to a funded R&D project agreement (coupled with an optional licensing agreement.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Shai Ganor
Other key lawyers
Dov Abramovitz; Rachel Shay; Shira Schlaff; Yakov Kohl; Ofek Bruck; Alexander Levintant