The planning and zoning practice at Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary comprises five sub-departments, namely: real estate and construction; real estate planning and zoning; municipalities and local authorities; environmental law; and real estate urban renewal. Yuval Gal-On, whose career includes serving as legal counsel to the Jerusalem District Planning and Building Committee, is planning, construction and zoning head. Dan Or assists with the planning, zoning, construction and environmental aspects of projects, and Salam Hamed is also integral to the team.
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- 'We highly recommend the planning and construction practice at APM. The team consistently demonstrates creative and out-of-the-box thinking, with deep expertise in managing large-scale, complex projects. They are particularly skilled at removing regulatory barriers that often hinder construction initiatives. Their litigation capabilities are of the highest standard, supported by sharp analytical legal thinking and strategic insight. A true asset for any development venture.'
Key clients
- AFCH Investments
- Aura Renewing Israel
- Ayalon Assets and Investments
- Maccabi Ashkelon
- Rot Flour Mill
- Shikun & Binui Real Estate
- Shtang Recycle-Gosh Dan
- The Agbaria Family - Mu'awiya Village
- The Association of Architects and Builders of Israel
- The Iris Metropolitan Recreation Area
- Yakhin – Affek
- Zemach Hammerman
Work highlights
Acting for AFCH Investments in a dispute over the municipality’s consolidation and reallocation plan in Kikar Atarim.
Assisted The Iris Metropolitan Recreation Area with 3D planning issues.
Advising Readymix Shtang Recycle on an issue that concerns differences between the Planning and Building Law and the Business Licensing Law.
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.
Practice head
Yuval Gal-On
Other key lawyers
Dan Or; Salam Hamed

