‘Able to deliver targeted advice in specialist areas’, S. Horowitz & Co routinely acts for multinational telecoms companies, newspapers, cable licensees, and internet content and service providers. The practice, which also advises financial institutions and investors, is skilled at regulatory issues, commercial law, M&A, IP, tax, data protection, and disputes. Experienced in advising on Ministry of Communications-issued tenders, Hagai Doron ’understands the telecoms and media industries extremely well’; while Pini Azaria acts for publishers, authors, and professional and educational content providers.

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‘They are instrumental partners to important business ventures, such as the setting up from scratch of sports channels broadcasts.’
‘This practice is able to deliver targeted advice in specialist areas, while at the same time drawing input from all relevant practice areas to provide a holistic perspective.’
‘Hagai Doron understands the telecoms and media industries extremely well, and has an in-depth understanding of what media platforms require.’
‘Hagai Doron is experienced in working with the different regulators, as well as the courts and other relevant stakeholders. This combination makes him stand out and clients highly value his experience and expertise.’
‘Hagai Doron is second to none for regulatory matters, including relations with the Ministry of Communications. One of his strengths is the combination of vast experience in the media sector with his great knowledge of commercial and antitrust aspects – a combination that is very helpful and efficient.’
‘The team, led by Hagai Doron, has depth, and is able to tackle and guide TMT clients on the legalities of their business in Israel – from licensing and regulation, to antitrust and consumer protection matters.’

Key clients

Yedioth Ahronoth
Ynet
Hot Telecommunication System Group
Google
YouTube
Google Israel
Procter & Gamble
CityNet
Bezeq Group
ADD Content Agency
AT&T Ventures
Anita Glida

Work highlights

Advising HOT Telecommunication Group on regulatory issues, licensing, and commercial matters.

Advising Yedioth Aharonot Group on telecoms regulatory and corporate matters, such as investment contracts and various commercial agreements in the media, internet, cellular, and telecoms sectors.

Advising Google, YouTube, and Google Israel on regulatory matters.

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