Drawing upon an ‘intimate knowledge of Israeli law and courts’, Agmon with Tulchinsky Law Firm is led by the vastly experienced Zvi Agmon and remains a go-to for large domestic and international clients as defendants in often complex and high-stakes class actions. Recognised as ‘one of Israel’s leading attorneys in the field of class actions’, Yoav Hirsh is particularly skilled at defending banks, while the ‘thoughtful, experienced and practical’ Tal Mayshar is very adept at handling matters for large energy companies. Uri Sorek comes recommended for derivative actions; ‘excellent litigator’ Ram Shchory has a ‘strong understanding of law and business’; and Dror Savransky is ‘very professional and experienced in class actions and derivative claims’.
Dispute resolution: class actions (including derivative actions) in Israel
Agmon with Tulchinsky Law Firm
Praxisleiter:
Zvi Agmon
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Uri Sorek; Yoav Hirsh; Tal Mayshar; Dror Savransky; Hilla Peleg; Yonatan Kehat; Dana Hen; Zeev Gutreich; Hanan Cidor; Ram Shchory; Gilli Brooks-Varon; Noa Willinger; Daniel Levy; Hala Abu Gazala
Referenzen
‚It is a wonderful team, one of the best litigation teams in Israel.‘
‚Highly accomplished firm that has an intimate knowledge of Israeli law and courts.‘
‚Zvi Agmon is a tremendous asset who provides direct advice.‘
Kernmandanten
Chevron
Harel Insurance Investments and Financial Services Ltd.
Hitachi Inc.
Isracard Ltd.
Israel Chemicals Ltd. (ICL) and subsidiaries Rotem Amfert Negev and Dead Sea Periclase
Bank Hapoalim Ltd.
Veridis Environment
Sha’are Zedek Medical Center
Delek Group
Israel Builders Association
Perrigo Israel Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Mazda & Delek Motors (Mazda’s distributor in Israel)
JT International SA for Globrands Ltd.
El Al Israel Airlines
Equital
Ratio Oil explorations
Leumi Bank
Formula
Yad 2 (Coral Tell)
Partner Communications
RAPAC ENERGY LTD
Kimberly Clark Israel
Directors and Officials of Bank Hapoalim Ltd.’s (‚BHBM‘) and Hapoalim (Switzerland) Ltd.’s (‚BHS‘)
Bank Leumi
First International Bank of Israel
MaxM.L.R.N Projects and Trade Ltd.
Yohananoff
Highlight-Mandate
- Represent ICL and its subsidiaries in four environmental class actions, including a newclaim seeking ~NIS 1.4 billion for alleged contamination of the Zin-Aqrabim Springs and ZinStream by Rotem Amfert Negev.
- Represent Chevron Mediterranean Limite and NewMed Energy in a class action brought by the electricity consumers of the Israel Electric Company alleging the use of their holdings in the Tamar and Leviathan reservoirs as a monopoly in the Israel natural gas market.
- Acted for Bank Hapoalim in two recent class actions, including one concerning allegedly unlawful delays in the availability of funds.
Arnon, Tadmor-Levy
Combining ‘strong legal expertise with practical judgement’, Arnon, Tadmor-Levy provides an ‘holistic service’ to large domestic corporates and global multinationals as defendants in cases which often involve far-reaching industry impact and regulatory sensitivity. Litigation head Barak Tal is a ‘font of knowledge in all aspects of class actions’ and is particularly valued by financial services clients. Nir Kehat and Sivan Wulkan-Avisar often work together and are praised for their ability and willingness to provide ‘imaginative and business-oriented strategies’, including on consumer protection and antitrust matters. Other recommended practitioners include the ‘very smart’ Sagi Schiff, who excels at handling privacy-related cases, and the ‘responsive and collaborative’ Gabriel Focshaner, who is developing a strong reputation among multinational clients.
Praxisleiter:
Barak Tal
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Hanital Belinson-Navon; Nir Kehat; Gitit Ramot Adler; Ofer Shoval; Ortal Ger; Roey Sasson; Sagi Schiff; Sivan Wulkan-Avisar; Gabriel Focshaner; Moshe Abraham
Referenzen
‚Tadmor-Levy’s class actions and derivative actions team is distinguished by its strategic depth, creativity, and practical approach to highly complex disputes. The group combines rigorous legal analysis with a strong understanding of business, governance, and reputational issues, offering clients a truly holistic service.‘
‚They combine strong legal expertise with practical judgement, enabling them to resolve complexity with clarity and purpose.‘
‚Clients benefit from the team’s ability to craft innovative arguments, anticipate market and regulatory trends, and manage large-scale proceedings with efficiency.‘
Kernmandanten
Google LLC
BMW (BayerischeMotoren Werke AG)
Agoda company pte. Ltd
Wolt Enterprises Israel Ltd
Fujitsu Ltd
Unilever Israel Ltd.
Renault
American Airlines
Swiss International Airlines
Philip Morris
Amir Marketing and Investments in Agriculture Ltd.
Bright Data Ltd.
El Al Israel Airlines (TLV: ELAL)
Panasonic Corporation
Booking. Com
Booking.com Transport Limited
Colgate Palmolive Company
Nespresso Israel Ltd
Israel Electric Corporation
Bank Hapoalim (TLV: POLI)
Poalim (Switzerland) Ltd.
Bank Leumi (TLV: LUMI)
First International Bank of Israel Ltd.
Discount Bank (TLV:DSCT)
Phoenix Insurance Company Ltd.
Clal Insurance Company
Migdal Insurance Company (TLV: MGDL).
Menora Mivtachim Insurance Company Ltd.
Harel Insurance Company (TLV: HARL)
Shomera Insurance Company Ltd
Ayalon Insurance Company Ltd
WeSure Insurance Company Ltd
CAL – Israel Credit Cards Ltd.
Cellcom (TLV: CEL) (NYSE: CEL)
Max It Finance Ltd.(Formerly known as Leumi Card)
Daimler AG
Azorim
Assuta Medical Centers
Avi Nakash 2005 Trust
Megureit Israel Ltd
Shlomo Eliyahu
Polskie Linie Lotnicze LOT S.A. (LOT Polish Airlines)
Lufthansa
Highlight-Mandate
- Represent Philip Morris Switzerland Sarl and Philip Morris International in a class action certification petition alleging abuse of monopolistic position through excessive cigarette pricing in Israel, involving complex competition law issues and international corporate liability questions.
- Represent El Al Israel Airlines in a class action filed against El Al and three other airlines (British Airways, Lufthansa, and Swiss Air) alleging participation in a global air cargo price-fixing cartel between 2000-2006.
- Represent Agoda Company Pte. Ltd. in two class action certification motions in Israel involving consumer protection claims.
EBN – Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano
Leveraging ‘extensive experience and knowledge’ built up over many years’ experience acting for defendants, as well as on occasion in high-profile matters for plaintiffs, EBN – Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano is a clear leader in the field. The ‘smart but very friendly’ team is active in cases across multiple sectors, including finance, life sciences and energy, with clients often including international companies. Founding partner Giora Erdinast has significant market experience and remains very active in high-profile matters relating to, inter alia, competition and consumer protection violations. Ran Sprinzak is skilled at handling corporate, securities and communications-related class actions, as well as often taking the lead on the firm’s work for plaintiffs. Tomer Weissman has established a very strong reputation defending global corporates in class actions initiated in Israel. Erdinast, Sprinzak and Weissman co-head the overarching litigation team alongside Hadas Bekel, who regularly advises clients across many sectors, including telecommunications and finance, on class action defence work.
Praxisleiter:
Giora Erdinast; Ran Sprinzak; Tomer Weissman; Hadas Bekel
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Arik Brenneisen; Noa Bar; Dar Abramovich; Sa’ar Inbar Ben Ze’ev
Referenzen
‚The uniqueness of the team we worked with lies in their extensive experience and knowledge.‘
‚Their legal preparation for the court hearing was excellent — they came well-prepared with broad knowledge and many valuable arguments. The representation before the judge was of a very high level, demonstrating impressive command of the material and deep expertise.‘
‚Smart but very friendly. Courteous but decisive.‘
Kernmandanten
Intel Corporation
Aerodrome Group
M.H. Bank (1994) Ltd.
M.R.D Efram
Epic Games, Inc
Sever Yahel Construction
Scores 365
Goldman Sachs
PwC Israel
Qualcomm, Inc.
Bezeq the Israeli Telecommunication Corp Ltd.
YES TV AND COMMUINICATIONS SERVICES
Partner Communications Ltd.
The Israel Electric Corporation
Boiron SA
Dyson Limited
Elna Co., Ltd
Medtronic Trading Inc. and Medtronic Inc.
Taavura Holdings Ltd.
Rami Levy Chain Stores Hashikma Marketing 2006 Ltd.
Israel Aerospace Industries
Opko Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: OPK, TASE: OPK); Opko Biologics Ltd.
Nesher – Israel Cement Enterprises Ltd.
SANO Bruno’s Enterprises Ltd. (TASE: SANO)
Yelin Lapidot Holdings Management Ltd.
Halman Aldubi Provident and Pension Funds Ltd.
Nisko Industries (1992) Ltd. and its parent company – Nisko Holdings (1982) LTD
The Israeli Consumer Council
UPS
Blue Square Estate Ltd. (BSRE)
Discount Capital Underwriting ltd
Cibus Pluxee
Israeli Electric Company (IEC)N
IDI Insurance
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Goldman Sachs Group in a class action suit alleging that entities from Goldman Sachs Group took part in an international cartel in the foreign currency markets.
- Representing PwC in a huge class action suit regarding the merger of two prominent Israeli oil and gas exploration partnerships; Avner Oil Exploration and Delek Drilling.
- Representing Epic Games, a leading international videogame company, in a class action suit filed against it on the grounds of violating privacy protection laws and consumer protection laws in its renowned Fortnite game.
FISCHER (FBC & Co.)
With a deep understanding of the law, procedure and strategic considerations, FISCHER (FBC & Co.) is a popular choice to defend many large blue-chip domestic corporates across a broad swathe of class action litigation. The team is led by the ‘exceptional’ Gil Orion who is very skilled at handling securities litigation, including on complex matters where the defendant is dual-listed in Tel Aviv and the US. Jana Rabinovich is also very adept at handling securities litigation, with both Rabinovich and Orion appreciated for their ability to work with co-counsel in the US on the appropriate strategy in cases involving considerations of overlapping domestic and US securities law. Other recommended practitioners include Michal Sela, for consumer protection and competition-related class actions, as well as for directors and officers in derivative litigation, and Yael Riemer, who handles class actions in the tech, medtech and gaming spaces, including on privacy and product liability issues.
Praxisleiter:
Gil Orion
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Orit Malka; Oded Revivo; Yael Riemer; Tal Wiesengrun; Noa Barhum; Michal Sela; Jana Rabinovich; Royi Steinmetz; Eli Blechmann; Ofira Alon; Omer Shomer; Tamara Dreiman; Nofar Yorav; Yoav Schori
Referenzen
‚They are very knowledgeable about Israeli securities law and how US securities law might overlap at times – and they adeptly anticipated possible issues that a US lawyer would not normally encounter.‘
‚I would recommend them highly to anyone faced with the complexities of Israeli securities class action while similar actions are underway in the US.‘
‚The exceptional Gil Orion is professional, creative and very dedicated.‘
Kernmandanten
Meta Platforms, Inc.
Volvo Car Corporation
PayPal Inc.; PayPal Pte. Ltd.
Strauss Group Ltd.
Google Ireland Limited and Google LLC
Alibaba.com Singapore E-commerce Private Limited
Perrigo Company PLC
Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Motor Company
Volkswagen AG
Champion Motors Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. and Samsung SDI Co. Ltd.
Intel Corporation
Ford Motor Company
Roadget Business Pte. Ltd.; Fashion Choice Pte. Ltd. (SHEIN)
Norstar Holdings Inc.
Meitav Dash
Sonol Israel Ltd.
Nesher Israel Cement Enterprises Ltd.
Tower Semiconductor Ltd.
Israel Discount Bank Ltd.
Migdal Insurance Ltd. and Migdal Financial Holdings and Insurance Ltd.
Ayalon Insurance Company Ltd. and Ayalon Holdings Group Ltd.
Clal Insurance Enterprises Holdings Ltd.
Mimon Yashir from Yashir Group (2006) Ltd.
Nano Dimension Ltd.
Bezeq – The Israeli Communication Company Ltd.
Tarya P2P Ltd.
Golf Group
Starwood West Limited
Deloitte Israel – Brightman Almagor Zohar
Ormat Technologies Inc. and Ormat Systems Ltd.
Electra Power Ltd.
The Directors of Hanan Mor Holdings Ltd.: Mr. Hanan Mor, Mr. Avi Maor, Mr. Israel Yaakobi, Ms. Keren Etzlan, Mr. Tal Carmeli
B Communications Ltd.
Lime Network Ltd.
HOT Telecommunication Systems Ltd., Hot Mobile Ltd., Hot Telecom LP, Hot Mobile Ltd. and HOT Net Ltd.
Biotronik Se & Co. KG
Alpha-Bio Tec. Ltd.
Medici Medical Ltd.
Mr. Moand Ryan (the controlling shareholder of M.L.R.N Projects and Trading Ltd.)
Mr. Yitzhak Vyacheslav Mirilshvili; Vaiizra Real Estate (E.I.) Ltd.; Mr. Zvi Zarfati, Mr. Moshe Zarfati, Mr. Rafi Zarfati, and Mrs. Mali Kairi.
Beach Bum Ltd.
Lapidot Medical Import & Marketing Ltd.
Deutsche Lufthansa AG Swiss International Air Lines Ltd.
Tamar Petroleum Ltd.
Lonnie Kahn Publishing (1991) Ltd.; Mr. Itamar Karlinsky (general manager at Lonnie Kahn Ltd.)
Tidhar Harel Menivim The Logistic Park In Acre – Limited Partnership
REIT 1
REIT Azorim – H.F Living Ltd.
Generation Capital Ltd.
10bis.co.il. Ltd.
Sodexo Pass Israel Ltd.
Delta Airlines
British Airways PLC
Direct Finance Real Estate and Mortgages Ltd.
Audi AG
HopOn Mobility Israel Ltd.
Former board members of Starwood West Limited and its controlling shareholder
Highlight-Mandate
- Representation of Nesher Israel Cement Enterprises Ltd., in consolidated class action and individual proceedings alleging abuse of dominance via volume discounts (cases valued at NIS 127M and NIS 627M-2.2B).
- Representation of multinational e-commerce giant Alibaba.com Singapore E-Commerce Private Limited in the first class action case that Alibaba.com is litigating in Israel.
- Representation of Google in a motion to certify a class action brought against it, alleging that Google unlawfully collects and uses personal information about internet users to develop its AI service Bard, now known as Gemini Apps.
Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.
The ‘very professional, attentive and solutions-oriented’ team at Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co. has a well-established reputation among large domestic corporates and international clients across a range of class action-related mandates. Team head Aaron Michaeli has extensive experience handling a broad range of class actions and derivative proceedings, and regularly advises Special Litigation Committees (SLCs) in connection with related disputes. Yehuda Rosenthal also works on SLC matters set up to evaluate and manage derivative claims. Hagit Blaiberg co-heads the team alongside Michaeli and is noted for her skill at handling class actions for insurance companies, as well as matters involving alleged securities and environmental infractions.
Praxisleiter:
Aaron Michaeli; Hagit Blaiberg
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Zvi Bar-Nathan; Yehuda Rosenthal; Moti Arad; Michael Ginsburg; Yori Nehushtan; Daphna Tsarfaty; Merav Baruch; Oz Sasi; Adi Yogev; Matan Winkler; Giora Ben-Tal; Ronny Lapan; Maya Nusbaum Rapaport; Asaf Dahan; Igor Gilevich; Sivan Oded; Elad Sharabi; Danielle Menashe Volman
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‚The team is very professional, attentive and solutions-oriented.‘
‚Oz Sasi knows how to provide solutions to complex legal issues, is pleasant, and available.‘
Kernmandanten
Coca Cola Israel (The Central Bottling Company)
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange
Israel Petrochemical Enterprises Ltd.
Shufersal Ltd.
Sonova Holding AG
Bayer AG
Israel Land Development Company
Europe Asia Pipeline Company Ltd.
Jaguar Land Rover Limited
Ford Motor Company
Elanco Animal Health Inc.
Israel Railways Ltd.
Delek Drilling Limited Partnership,
Tamar Petroleum Ltd.
El Al Israel Airlines Ltd.
PJSC Aeroflot
HUB Security Ltd.
Red Wings Airlines
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange in the first motion to certify a class action ever filed against the stock exchange itself.
- Representing Massad Holdings Ltd. in a motion to certify a class action against it in relation to the distribution of shares without traceable holders.
- Representing Unilever Ltd. in a motion to certify a class action against it due to alleged negligence that resulted in the leakage of a hazardous substance. In a precedential ruling, the Supreme Court for the first time set clear criteria for filing a class action due to an environmental hazard.
Gornitzky & Co.
The ‘exceptional’ team at Gornitzky & Co. provides ‘commercially-oriented’ advice to domestic and international corporates across a range of class action matters. ‘Aggressive when required and delicate when it is called for’, team head Ofer Tzur reflects the firm’s adaptable approach, securing favourable outcomes at preliminary stages, through settlement and at trial for financial services and funds clients, among others. Noam Ronen continues to represent Abbott Medical Laboratories in a highly sensitive and high-profile class action concerning the marketing and safety of infant formula products and implantable cardiac devices. Other key contacts include the ‘outstanding’ Maya Sabari, who excels in handling securities law and corporate litigation; Ofer Fleischer, who stands out for his ‘persuasive advocacy skills’, including in securities class actions; and the ‘amazing’ Tom Alkalay, who continues to grow his reputation in the class action field.
Praxisleiter:
Ofer Tzur
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Noam Ronen; Maya Sabari; Harel Shaham; Ofer Fleischer; Tom Alkalay
Referenzen
‚The team is highly experienced and commercially oriented.‘
‚The team is exceptional. What distinguishes this team from all others in the Israeli legal market can be summarised in three key characteristics: Serial Winners: This is their most significant attribute.‘
‚Ofer Zur is aggressive when required and delicate when it is called for. Highly connected and highly respected among judges. You really want him on your side.‘
Kernmandanten
Wolt Market
Abbott Medical Laboratories Ltd.
Mawdsley-Brooks & Company Ltd.
Isracard
Meitav-Dash Investment House and its provident funds
Osem – Nestlé
Menorah Mivtachim Group (TASE: MNMR)
Israel Discount Bank (TASE: DSCT)
ONE ZERO Bank
Dan Public Transportation Ltd.
Clal Insurance Group (TASE: MNMR)
Phoenix Insurance Group (TASE: PHOE)
Harel Group Ltd. (TASE: HARL)
ICL Group Ltd. (TASE: ICL)
Shikun & Binui (TASE: SKBN)
Bank Leumi (TASE: LUMI)
Bull Trading And Investment Ltd.
The First International Bank of Israel (TASE: FTIN)
Shufersal Ltd. (TASE: SAE)
L’Oréal Israel
Highlight-Mandate
- Represented Abbott and its subsidiaries in Israel on a series of complex motions to certify class actions and pre-litigation demands involving product labelling, regulatory compliance, and medical device safety, including successful defence in the St. Jude Pacemaker Recall case and representation in matters concerning glucose monitors and infant formula marketing.
- Represented Wolt Market, the Israeli subsidiary of Wolt Enterprises, as primary counsel on consumer protection compliance, class action risk management, and regulatory advisory, including conducting a comprehensive compliance audit, drafting internal procedures, and providing ongoing legal support for advertising, product labelling, and allergen disclosure matters.
- Represented the controlling shareholders, directors, and management companies of Azorim Living REIT Fund and Generation Capital Infrastructure Fund in precedent-setting motions to certify derivative actions involving allegations of conflicts of interest, self-dealing, and fiduciary duty breaches in real estate and infrastructure transactions valued at over NIS 1 billion, raising novel governance and regulatory issues for publicly traded investment funds in Israel.
Herzog Fox & Neeman
‘Consistently excellent on strategy’ and effectively combining ‘solid knowledge of the law with very pragmatic advice’, Herzog Fox & Neeman achieves ‘outstanding results’ for clients from multiple sectors in often high-profile and precedent-setting proceedings. Many of the most consequential of these have been achieved for multinationals, with the firm gaining a particularly strong reputation in matters involving parallel actions in Israel and the US. Appreciated for his ‘strategic thinking and legal acumen’, team head Joseph Ashkenazi leads much of the practice’s work for global corporates, handling class actions spanning alleged privacy and competition breaches through to product liability claims. Shai Kagan excels at handling matters involving overlapping regulatory and privacy issues, while Haim Machluf acts on complex cases involving regulatory investigations or parallel claims in other jurisdictions. The ‘super commercial’ Isaac Shragay is called upon for consumer-related matters. Moran Yemini has recently been involved in a landmark case enforcing choice-of-law clauses in class actions.
Praxisleiter:
Joseph Ashkenazi
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Haim Machluf; Shai Kagan; Moran Yemini; Isaac Shragay; Efri Berkovich; Yael Chervinsky; Pini Duek; Erez Nitzan; Ynon Hashmonay; Lital Gdanski; Elad Wolfsthal; Nadav Yafit; Noam Kohol
Referenzen
‚They combine a solid knowledge of the law with very pragmatic advice.‘
‚One of the best litigation firms we work with globally. They are consistently excellent on strategy which drives outstanding results.‘
‚Joseph Ashkenazi’s brilliance, strategic thinking and legal acumen consistently elevate the quality of their work. With a sharp intellect and unwavering professionalism, he provides invaluable guidance and demonstrates a rare ability to navigate complex litigation with clarity and confidence.‘
Kernmandanten
Meta (Facebook) and WhatsApp
Gadot Chemical Terminals (1985) Ltd., Israel Ports Development & Assets Company Ltd. And Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Samsung
eBay
X Corp. (formerly Twitter)
Philips
Deutsche Bank
PepsiCo
Airbnb
Subaru
Visa
JPMorgan
Mitsubishi
Keystone
Eli Lily
DAF Trucks
Wolt
HP Inc.
Mercedes Benz
MasterCard
Phoenix Insurance Company
Samsung
Cal
Dr. Or
Premium (Ferrero)
E.T. Browne Drug Co.
General Motors Company
Toyota
Iveco
Netflix
Spotify
Disney
Hola VPN Ltd.; Brightdata Ltd.
Alibaba
Asos
Denso
Mercantile Discount Bank
Cronos
Papaya Gaming
Fenix International (OnlyFans)
Nofar Energy Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Represents Meta and WhatsApp LLC in a wide range of class actions novel and precedential aspects of privacy and consumer protection laws in relation to social media and online platforms as well as other complex issues involving the jurisdiction of Israeli courts over multinational online platforms.
- Represents several international online and streaming platforms (e.g., Disney, Spotify, Netflix, OnlyFans) in class action petitions raising claims that said platforms‘ „auto-renewal“ and cancellation mechanisms violate provisions in the Israeli Consumer Protection Law.
- Represents Airbnb in four different petitions for certification of consumer class action claims contesting several Airbnb’s policies, e.g., VAT-inclusive prices, extenuating circumstances, cancellation, etc.
Meitar Law Offices
Handling a steady stream of class actions across many different industry sectors, Meitar Law Offices has ‘seen it all’ and can consequently craft very creative strategies across product liability, financial, and competition law matters, among others, for an array of international clients. Praised by one client as 'Mr Pharmaceutical Litigation', Ron Peleg is the main contact for product liability matters and has over the years’ achieved a string of successes for life sciences heavyweights in consequential litigation. Nadav Weisman is particularly well-versed at advising financial services entities in class action litigation, including as it relates to high-profile market manipulation allegations. Eyal Rosovsky co-heads the team alongside Weisman and has vast experience handling class actions brought against many of the world’s leading technology companies, including in cases relating to the privacy of minors and the use of biometric data and facial recognition.
Praxisleiter:
Nadav Weisman; Eyal Rosovsky
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ron Peleg; Dr. Yoav Oestreicher; Ronen Ziv; Adam Shapira; Ariel Rakover; Gilad Schiff
Referenzen
‚It is a one-stop-shop with a very professional team that is dedicated to excellency.‘
‚They have seen it all. I have worked with them for almost two decades now, and they never cease to impress.‘
‚I believe they are literally the best firm in Israel with respect to pharmaceutical class actions by a long way and they are at the top of the list for other class actions as well.‘
Kernmandanten
Volkswagen Group
Monsanto Company; Bayer AG; Adama Agan Ltd.
Renault Group
EISAI inc
LG Display Co. Ltd.
Citigroup
Sony Group Corporation
Pelephone Communications Ltd.
LinkedIn Corporation, LinkedIn Ireland
GlaxoSmithKline (Israel) Ltd.
BYD
Meitav Dash Gemel and Pension Ltd.
Isuzu
Suzuki
UPS
Tesla
Expedia Group (including Hotels.com)
S. Horowitz & Co
Combining sectoral and substantive law knowledge with procedural expertise, S. Horowitz & Co is a popular choice among many large domestic and international corporates seeking to fend off potentially reputational threatening class actions. Active across all stages of class action litigation, from advising on certification motions and substantive dismissal arguments to leading settlement negotiations and, where required, representing clients at full trial, the team has developed a particularly strong reputation for its ability to develop ‘unique solutions’. Uriel Prinz is a ‘standout lawyer’, who alongside co-head Hagai Doron, is frequently at the forefront of the most consequential matters for domestic and international clients, including as it relates to alleged product liability, antitrust and consumer-related matters. Other recommended practitioners include Noam Zamir, who is a ‘powerhouse of knowledge and skill’, including for pharmaceutical companies; Ehud Arzi, who has recently handled a considerable amount of work for domestic banks; and Eyal Doron, who has developed particular expertise advising international airlines and hi-tech companies.
Praxisleiter:
Hagai Doron; Uriel Prinz
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Eyal Doron; Dr. Asaf Renzler; Ehud Arzi; Gitit Levin Grinberg; Noam Zamir
Referenzen
‚The team is extremely professional and always very dedicated to their clients, and their representation in court proceedings always includes unique solutions.‘
‚The firm is our go-to law firm for any litigation matter, especially class actions, and for a good reason – they are the best. Always available, always providing professional responses, and always coming up with new and original ideas to solve our legal issues.‘
‚Uriel Prinz is a stand-out lawyer that always works around the clock for his clients, giving them the best professional representation possible.‘
Kernmandanten
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Google LLC.
Stellantis NV
Dexcel Pharma Ltd
Honda Motor Co. Ltd.
Toyota Motor Corporation
Maccabi Health Services
British Airways Plc
Israel Electric Corporation
Paz Oil Company Ltd
Pitney Bowes
Scania AB
Barclays Bank
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line)
Danfoss A/S
Sharp Corporation
Booking.com B.V.
Discount Investment Corporation Ltd.
The Phoenix Insurance Company Ltd
Sanofi S.A.
Yedioth Ahronoth
Mizrahi Tefahot Bank
Union Bank
Bank Leumi Le’Israel LTD
The Lufthansa Group
Wizz Air Group.
Ryanair DAC,
Strauss Group
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Stellantis N.V in seven different motions to certify as a class action alleging defects in vehicles, and another motion is regarding the matter of performing recalls for another importer.
- Representing Barclays Bank in a class action concerning manipulations of Libor quotes between 2005 and 2011.
- Representing The Phoenix Insurance Company in several class action certification motions.
Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary
The ‘knowledgeable and pragmatic’ team at Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary has built up a market-leading reputation handling financial services-related class actions. Team head Sharon Lubezky-Hess is at the forefront of this work, taking the lead on a multitude of matters for the largest banks in Israel, including as it relates to alleged unauthorised charges/fees levied against customers. Lubezky-Hess also handles work for insurers, as does Shahar Haron. Yaniv Holzman is active in the financial services sector, as well as taking the lead on a number of media advertising class actions.
Praxisleiter:
Sharon Lubezky Hess
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Shahar Haron; Yaniv Holzman
Referenzen
‚A knowledgeable and pragmatic team that displays a high level of professionalism.‘
Kernmandanten
AbbVie Biopharma Ltd.
Aeronautics Defense Systems Ltd.
Ayalon Insurance Company Ltd.
Bank Hapoalim Ltd.
Bank Leumi Le-Israel Ltd.
Bank Mizrahi-Tefahot Ltd.
Clal Pension and Provident Funds
Direct Insurance – IDI Insurance Company Ltd.
„Egged“ Company, Public Transportation Company Ltd.
EL AL Israel Airlines
Excellence Nashua Stock Exchange Services Ltd
First International Bank of Israel Ltd.
IBI Group
Israel Credit Cards Ltd
Israel Discount Bank Ltd.
Max It Finance Ltd
Meitav Dash Loans Ltd.
Menora Mivtahim Pensions and Gemel Ltd.
Mercantile Discount Bank Ltd.
Moovit-Pango Public Transport Payments Ltd.
Redefine Meat Ltd.
REIT 1
Reshet Media Ltd.
Simigon Ltd.
Tarya P2P Ltd.
The Phoenix Insurance Company Ltd.
Partner Communications Company Ltd
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Bank Hapoalim opposing a series of class action motions totalling over $2.2bn regarding the interest the bank provides on deposits in its customers‘ accounts.
- Defending Bank Leumi Le-Israel Ltd. against an NIS60 million motion for certification of a class action regarding mortgage early repayment charges in a case that may set precedent.
- Acting for Bank Leumi Le-Israel Ltd. to oppose a motion for certification of a class action filed by Ido Freidlin against both Bank Leumi and Bank Hapoalim Ltd, in a matter which may set precedent on bank obligations in the clearing of funds deposited by cheque.
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co
Under the expert guidance of Yaron Reiter, AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co has developed a strong reputation defending local and international companies across a range of class action matters, including with regard to privacy, competition, product liability and consumer protection issues. Dana Amir provides ‘practical and strategic’ guidance to telecoms and retail clients, among others, and also oversees the firm’s growing employment law class action offering. A ‘thoughtful and incisive legal adviser’, Ariella Ablov excels at handling privacy and data protection-related class actions, as does Zohar Drookman, in addition to his work advising on cartel-related class actions.
Praxisleiter:
Yaron Reiter
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Dana Amir; Ariella Ablov; Ruthy Wysenbeek-Shauli; Yael Appel-Shoham; Zohar Drookman; Iris Bar-Lev
Referenzen
‘Dana Amir is a sharp-witted and highly effective advocate, bringing both skill and precision to complex matters. She is quick to respond, clear in her delivery, and consistently advances her clients’ interests with confidence.‘
‚Beyond her litigation expertise, Dana Amir serves as a true business partner, offering counsel that is both practical and strategic. Clients can rely on her for advocacy of the highest quality.‘
‚Ariella Ablov is a thoughtful and incisive legal adviser, known for her ability to provide smart, well-reasoned answers to complex issues. She approaches every matter with depth, clarity, and an unwavering focus on the client’s objectives.‘
Kernmandanten
Microsoft Corporation
Bank Hapoalim
The Leumi Group
Petzl Group
Compagnie Nationale Royal Air Maroc
Partner Communications Company Ltd
Pelephone Communications LTD
Direct insurance – financial investments ltd
Ofran Services Ltd
Chi Mei Corporation
Albar Car Fleet Ltd
Teleclal Group Ltd
Shufersal Ltd
Issta Ltd
ICP Finance Ltd
Max IT Finance Ltd
Kesher Rent a Car Ltd.- (Hertz)
Kupat Holim Meuhedet (United Health Fund)
Bluesky
Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation
Mifal HaPais (Israel National Lottery)
Auto Center.
Avantage Patisserie/ Boutique central.
Ono Academic College
Highlight-Mandate
- Defending Chi Mei Corp. against a class action certification motion alleging participation in a global LCD-TFT panel cartel from 2001 to 2006, aimed at fixed prices for flat screen panels. While the motion against other defendants was accepted, Chi Mei successfully had it denied by the district court, and quashed multiple attempts at service of process, defending its position through appeals to the District Court and Supreme Court, resulting in the denial of plaintiff’s motions.
- Representing Microsoft Corporation, Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, Linkedin Ireland Unlimited Company, and Linkedin Corporation in a civil lawsuit at the Tel Aviv District Court, where plaintiffs allege breaches of the Israeli Protection of Privacy Law, specifically failure to register databases and infringement of data subjects‘ rights.
- Represented both Partner and 012 Smile in a class action certification motion at the Tel Aviv District Court, followed by an appeal to the Supreme Court. The case involved a class action lawsuit against several internet companies, alleging that they continued to charge „dormant“ customers for internet access services even after those customers switched to another provider without actively cancelling their previous service.
Berkman & Co
Boutique litigation firm Berkman & Co has gained a strong reputation among domestic public and private clients from a range of sectors, including financial services, technology and telecoms, for its willingness to ‘fight very hard’ for their interests throughout the litigation process. Founding partner and team head Ron Berkman is regularly 'front and centre' on big-ticket precedent-setting mandates, while the ‘experienced and smart’ Nachum Kubovsky is also a key member of the team and handles ‘complex litigation in a professional manner’.
Praxisleiter:
Ron Berkman
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Nachum Kubovsky; Gilad Porat; Oshrat Albin-Chermon
Referenzen
‚They fight very hard for their clients.‘
‚Nachum Kubovsky is a devoted, experienced and smart lawyer who handles complex litigation in a professional manner.‘
Kernmandanten
The Phoenix Group – Phoenix Pension and Savings Ltd.
Adv. Yaakov Atrakchi – Founder and Presiding CEO of Aura Israel
Israel Chemicals Group
Migdal Insurance Company Ltd.
Mr. Avi Hormaro and companies under his control
Meitav Dash Investment House Ltd.
Cofix Group, Super Cofix Ltd. and their office holders
Edeltech Group
Yakov Benjamin Investments and Holdings Ltd. et al.
Pelephone Communications Ltd.
Harel, Chen, Gil and Israel Shapira – Brothers and controlling shareholders of Shapir Engineering and Manufacturing Group
Menora ERN of the Menora Mivtachim Group
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting for Migdal Insurance Company Ltd. in a complex class action for over NIS 1 billion.
- Acting for Meitav Dash Investment House Ltd. in a NIS 500 million class action raising precedential legal questions being heard by the Supreme Court and having market wide implications.
- Acting for Pelephone Communications Ltd. in seven class actions on a multitude of consumer protection issues, for a collective amount exceeding $1bn.
Firon Law Firm
Combining ‘deep legal expertise with strategic business insight’, Firon Law Firm provides a ‘very professional and service-oriented’ offering to defendants. A particular strength is the firm’s work for retailers facing down consumer class actions, where Ronit Sutton Salkind is skilled. The team also has deep knowledge of the insurance sector, with ‘truly exceptional litigator’ Ravit Koren-Perry a noted figure in the space. Danny Kabir, who co-heads the team alongside Sutton-Salkind and firm founder Zvi Firon, is also very adept at handling insurance work, as well as healthcare and telecommunications matters. Maayan Ziv-Glanz also continues to develop a strong reputation in the food and beverages sector.
Praxisleiter:
Zvi Firon; Danny Kabir; Ronit Sutton-Salkind
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ravit Koren-Perry; Maayan Ziv-Glanz
Referenzen
‚The firm stands out for its deep expertise in class actions. They combine strong analytical skills with a practical understanding of the industry, which allows them to manage complex litigation efficiently.‘
‚The team combines deep legal expertise with strategic business insight, offering clients accessible, responsive service and tailored solutions that address both legal and commercial objectives.‘
‚Ravit Koren-Perry stands out for her exceptional legal acumen, strategic thinking, and deep understanding of class actions in the insurance sector.‘
Kernmandanten
AIG
Sanofi
Direct Insurance
Migdal Insurance Company
McDonalds
Diplomat
Rav Bariach
Clalit HMO
Clal Insurance Company
Bezeq
Rami Levy Shivuk Hashikma
Direct Finance
Negev Group
New Delhi Sandwitches
Madag
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Clal Insurance on various class actions worth dozens of NIS millions.
- Advising McDonalds on various class actions.
- Advising Rami Levy Shivuk Hashikma on various class action worth millions of NIS.
Lipa Meir & Co
Headed by experienced litigator Alon Pomeranc, Lipa Meir & Co has a strong reputation defending domestic private and public companies in often potentially reputation threatening class action litigation. The team is noted for its work in the healthcare sector, including its ongoing representation of Clalit Health Services in numerous ongoing proceedings. The ‘brilliant’ Shay Tamar, who is recognised for her ‘extensive experience in managing complex class actions’, has been key to the firm’s work for Clalit Health Services.
Praxisleiter:
Alon Pomeranc
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Shay Tamar; Sylvia Gal; Tzah Cohen; Adi Arman
Referenzen
‚It is a top-tier office with excellent lawyers that display a high professional standard.‘
‚Shay Tamar is a brilliant lawyer with a unique expertise in class action law. Shay’s extensive experience in managing complex class actions leads to outstanding results.‘
‚Alon Pomeranc and Sylvia Gal are unique professionals. Their expertise combines efficiency, deep legal knowledge and availability at all times.‘
Kernmandanten
Clalit Health Services
Sunny Cellular Communication (formerly known as Scailex)
Ituran Location and Control Ltd.
Ayalon Insurance Company Ltd.
Harel Insurance Ltd.
Clal Insurance Company Ltd.
Shila Medical Services Ltd.
Pery Yeruham Automobile Co. Ltd.
Automax Motors Ltd.
Mor Research Applications
Aaron Frenkel
Israel Shipyards, Israel Shipyards Port Ltd
Eldad Peri Real Estate Ltd., Eldad Peri Group Ltd., Peri performance, Mr. Eldad Peri
Shekel Scales (2008) Ltd.
Tamir Fishman Real Estate Fund Ltd.- Members of the Foundation Advisory Committee
Astral Hotels Ltd.
Kanfei Nesharim Aviation Ltd.
Zohar Dalia Cooperative Agricultural Association Ltd.
Jumbo Stock
Towns Association for Environmental Quality, Southern Judea
Kibbutz Ramat Yochanan
Shfaram Water and Sewage Corporation
Keinan Sheffy Ltd.
Residents of the Heftziba Neighbourhood in Hadera
Greater Shefaram Water & Sewage Corp.
The Union of City for Environmental Protection – Southern Judea Area
Nazareth Mountains Water and Sewage Plant Ltd.
Jerusalem Municipality
Mor Institute
HAGIVA ENGINEERING PROJECTS LTD
Y. Dvir Entrepreneurship and Construction (Yitzhaki) Ltd.
Obligo A.A.P. Advance Finance (2016) Ltd.
B.G. Motors Ltd
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Clalit Health Services in 15 high-profile class actions, including major cases involving insulin pump subsidies, gender discrimination in health services, autism insurance policies, IDF disabled persons‘ co-payments, and smoking bans in hospitals, all demonstrating our expertise in significant healthcare-related legal disputes in Israel.
- Represents Israel Shipyards in a pending environmental class action lawsuit, filed by Citizens for the Environment and involving 30 defendants.
- Advising Ituran, a declared monopoly and leading Israeli supplier of vehicle tracking devices and services, in several antitrust class actions, achieving significant victories such as the dismissal of a major lawsuit in Tel Aviv District Court and ongoing defense in other complex cases related to pricing and fees.
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.
Drawing on the expertise of high calibre litigators and subject matter experts in key areas including competition and privacy law, Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. is well-equipped to handle high-profile class action matters for domestic and international clients. Team head Yaron Rossman has vast experience in the field, acting for clients in sectors including financial services, transportation and pharmaceuticals. Other key team members include Shay Cohen, who expertly handles environmental and consumer class actions whilst also working for insurers on coverage issues; and Assaf Ratzon, who acts on privacy and consumer law-related class actions, inter alia.
Praxisleiter:
Yaron Rossman
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Shay Cohen; Assaf Ratzon; Orr Amsel; Ram Pardes
Kernmandanten
Haifa Chemicals Ltd.
Mixcard 21
Moovit
Yandex
Iveco S.P.A.
Israel Credit Cards Ltd.
RCL Cruises Limited (Royal Caribbean International)
Clal Insurance Ltd.
Union Bank of Israel Ltd.
Mercantile Discount Bank
Gulliver Tourism Ltd.
BEIT HASHITA INDUSTRIALS LTD.
Manpower Group
AKA Real Estate
Carasso Motors
EXIT ELECTRONICS LT
Padagis
Yang Ming Marine Transport
NOY HASADE HADAS CHAKLAUT ISRAELIT LTD
subsidiary companies
Cellebrite DI LTD.
Kibbutz Glil Yam Agricultural Cooperative Society Ltd.
Cacao Forest
Discount Bank
Dr. Sari Yahav’s Clinic
Chocotrade Ltd.
Leiman Schlussel Ltd.
Bioavenir
CPA Ofer Minirav
BSH Home Appliances Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Representation of Haifa Group, an Israel-based global supplier of potassium nitrate, speciality plant nutrients, food phosphates, and industrial chemicals, in two class action claims, amounting to over $14bn, pertaining to allegations of air pollution.
- Defending Iveco in a significant class action that alleges a price-fixing cartel in the European Union. The allegations suggest that this cartel has had an impact on truck prices in Israel.
- Representation of Israel Credit Cards Ltd. in a motion to seek approval for a class action lawsuit that has been filed against Cal and 15 other respondents.
Ronen Adini & Co
Boutique disputes firm Ronen Adini & Co handles work for both claimants and respondents in class action and derivative proceedings, many of which centre on securities law issues. Founding partner Ronen Adini is widely regarded as a market leader in this space. On the claimant side, the team has secured notable recent victories, including representing the lead claimant against Bezeq in a NIS2bn class action concerning investor losses arising from the alleged concealment of adverse information.
Praxisleiter:
Ronen Adini
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Effi Shasha; Hadar Bar Sela
Kernmandanten
Mr. Gil Amid – Shareholder of Bezeq
Neto Melinda LTD
Maltal Investmets LTD
Mr.Hanan Sneider
Mr. Li Haixiang (controlling shareholder of Icecure)
Mr. Ronen Shayary
O.E.D.A. Liad Holdings (2006) Ltd.
Mr. Dror Amiram
Mr. Zohar Uzdin
Mr. Amiram Deutch and Mr. Shmuel Rosenbaum
Mr. Ron Samucha
Mr. Eli Barnea
Mrs. Lia Luzon
Mr Ofer Kadurie
Pro. Assaf Ecstion
Mr. Yossi zachor
Highlight-Mandate
- Represented the lead plaintiff against Bezeq, in a NIS 2 billion class action on behalf of public shareholders, for misleading investors by hiding negative information about the implementation of the reform of the Ministry of Communications.
- Representing the public shareholders of Bezeq in a NIS 0.5bn derivative suit, with regards to the Yes transaction, a huge Israeli transaction in which Bezeq purchased the Yes satellite company, under the claim that the acquisition of Yes from Shaul Elovitch (the controlling shareholder of Bezeq and YES) is a depriving transaction, which only benefits the controlling shareholder.
- Representing the lead plaintiff in the derivative suit against DIC and its controlling shareholder, Mr. Nochi Dankner, regarding the acquisition of Maariv Newspaper.
Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.
Overseen by Eyal Nachshon and with significant input from head of litigation Zohar Lande, Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.‘s class action team defends clients across the full litigation life cycle, frequently securing early success at the motion to certify stage. The practice is particularly well regarded in the financial services sector, including its ongoing work for a major international investment bank on the Israeli elements of a multi-defendant class action alleging foreign currency market manipulation.
Praxisleiter:
Zohar Lande; Eyal Nachshon
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Gal Livshits; Zohar Haim Levinger; Avinadav Preuss; Naama Ben Arosh Moshe
Kernmandanten
The Israel Electric Corporation
ICC Industries Inc.
Former controlling shareholders of Frutarom
Clover Wolf & Clover Alpha
BNP Paribas
Bank Leumi Le-Israel B.M.
Pitaron Group Ltd.
Amidar
Azrieli Group Ltd.
The Phoenix Pension and Provident Fund Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Represent the Israel Electric Corporation in litigation matters, including its defence in a motion to certify a class action concerning compensation practices and customer service issues.
- Represent the former controlling shareholders and board members of Frutarom, as well as its parent company, ICC Industries Inc., a US-based holding company headquartered in New York.
- Represent Clover Wolf and Clover Alpha, investment funds named as defendants in a ILS 400 million class action motion, concerning their investment in IceCure Medical Ltd.
FWMK (Furth, Wilensky, Mizrachi, Knaani)
FWMK (Furth, Wilensky, Mizrachi, Knaani) provides a ‘practical and results-driven’ service to corporates, directors and officers across a range of predominantly securities law-related class actions. Leveraging ‘broad legal knowledge and creative thinking’, Orr Noy is the main contact for this work, including for public limited partnerships, where he has developed niche expertise. Noy co-heads the overarching litigation team alongside the ‘clever and talented litigator’ Ofer Furth, who has recently handled plaintiff work, including cases involving early loan repayment fees.
Praxisleiter:
Ofer Furth; Orr Noy
Weitere Kernanwälte:
David Sulema; Danny Belenkin; Liron Liberman; Eli Shimon
Referenzen
‚They have handled significant cases in Israel, giving both strategic vision and technical mastery.‘
‚The team is practical and results driven.‘
‚Ofer Furth is a very clever and talented litigator.‘
Kernmandanten
Sure-tech investments – limited partnership
Communix Ltd.
Millennium Food Tech Partnership
InMode Ltd
BiolineRX Ltd
CEO, CFO, and Directors at Gibui Holdings Ltd
Directors of Formula Systems (1985) Ltd
Reut – Management Company of Provident Fund Ltd
Agur Management Company of Provident Fund Ltd
Kol Bo Hazi Hinam Ltd
Panaxia Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Poalei Tel Aviv Holdings Ltd
Ye’elim Investments Ltd
Rozenbuch Assets Ltd
Effi Capital Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Represents Millennium Food Tech Partnership, a publicly traded limited partnership and its Directors, in a motion for a class action approval that was filed against them in May 2024.
- Represents former directors and officers of Gibui Holdings (TASE-listed) in a class action motion filed before the Economic Department of the Tel Aviv District Court, alleging misleading disclosures in the company’s public reports.
- Represents Reut – Management Company of Provident Fund Ltd and Agor Management Company of Provident Fund Ltd as respondents in a motion for approval of a claim as a class action which was filed against 14 provident funds.
Jacob Spigelman & Co
Although it does handle some defence work, the ‘exceptionally professional’ team at boutique firm Jacob Spigelman & Co is best-known for its ‘solutions-oriented’ representation of businesses and individuals as plaintiffs. Amit Ido is a primary contact for both class action work and shareholder derivative actions. Ido co-heads the team alongside ‘exceptional’ founding partner Jacob Spigelman.
Praxisleiter:
Jacob Spigelman; Amit Ido
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Assaf Stern
Referenzen
‘Jacob Spigelman & Co has a vast and diverse experience across the class action area. The team provides exceptionally professional services and is dedicated to bring the best possible results.’
‚The team is solutions-oriented and dedicated to winning.‘
‘Amit Ido is very professional. He analyses cases in a brilliant way, is open to cooperation with other lawyers, keeps in touch and balances between war and peace.’
Kernmandanten
Avi Ben Assayag, CEO – Osem-Nestlé Israel Ltd
Alberto Pessah, VP Legal, Compliance and Regulation – Osem-Nestlé Israel Ltd
Hagit Adler, CEO – Materna Industries Limited Partnership
Omer Poraz, Senior Legal Counsel – Osem-Nestlé Israel Ltd
Amit Geva, CEO – Froneri Israel Ltd.
Adi Dana, CEO – Azorim Properties
Shlomo Eisenberg, Chair of the Board of Directors – Isras Investments Company Ltd
Johnatan Geller, Chief Legal Counsel & Company Secretary – Isras Investments Company Ltd
Keidan Dahari, Chair of the Board of Directors – Ispro Ltd.
Noam Schechner, General Counsel – Ispro Ltd.
Gadi Elikam, CEO – Sella Capital Real Estate Ltd
Lior Vilenski, General Counsel – Sella Capital Real Estate Ltd
Zvi Sherf, Owner – Ombar Material Engineering & Trading Ltd.
Chaim Reich, CEO – Bagir Group Ltd.
Chaim Friedland, Partner – Gornitzky GNY Law Firm
Barry Bar-Zion, Partner – Bar-Zion & Schwartz Law Offices
Rachel Elboim, Owner – Rachel Elboim, Law Firm
Yitzhak Tzaig, Businessman and Former CEO of Osem-Nestlé group
David Manvich, Chairman – Food Division at the Manufacturers Association of Israel & Einat Food Industries – Agricultural Cooperative Society Ltd
Harel Primack, Co-founder and Co-Chairman – Financial Justice (NGO)
Highlight-Mandate
- Represent delivery couriers in a landmark, high-profile class action against Wolt, the leading food delivery platform.
- Represent a minority shareholder in a high-profile derivative action brought against the CEO and controlling shareholder of Aura Investments Ltd., a major publicly traded Israeli real estate company.
- Represent small businesses in a certified class action against Max It Finance Ltd, Israel’s central credit card clearing company.
Nir Cohen, Leshem, Ben-Artzi & Co
Class action work forms a key component of boutique firm Nir Cohen, Leshem, Ben-Artzi & Co‘s overarching commercial litigation offering. Amir Ben-Artzi is appreciated for his ‘analytical and tactical’ skill both in class actions and derivative actions, with expertise across corporate and securities, banking, competition and consumer law. Nir Cohen and David Leshem co-head the team alongside Ben-Artzi, with all three drawing upon their collective experience to good effect for clients in high-profile matters.
Praxisleiter:
Nir Cohen; David Leshem; Amir Ben-Artzi
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Dr. Elad Peled
Referenzen
‚It is a professional and service-oriented team.‘
‘The legal expertise in the firm in the area of corporate and securities litigation is phenomenal! The quality, the precision and the sophistication is fantastic and every legal point is thoroughly examined.‘
‚Amir Ben Artzi is a top-notch star! He is analytical and tactical, has supreme legal skills, and displays a high level of integrity. Amir has this „passion“ to litigation together with supreme knowledge and skills.‘
Highlight-Mandate
Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz
Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz continues to develop a growing presence in the class action market, regularly securing favourable outcomes both at the motions stage and at trial. Tal Rotman regularly handles class action defence work, including in the context of antitrust and environmental allegations. Chair of the corporate litigation group Benjamin Baratz co-heads the team alongside Rotman.
Praxisleiter:
Benjamin Baratz; Tal Rotman
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ofer Cohen Zedek; Avraham Morel; Tal Ron; Adi Citron
Referenzen
‘Tal Rotman is one of the best lawyer I have ever met.’
Kernmandanten
Google LLC
Amdocs (Israel) Ltd. (NASDAQ: DOX)
Tempo Beverages Ltd.
Procter & Gamble Israel M.D.O. Ltd. (NYSE: PG)
Fattal Hotels Ltd. (‘Fattal’) (TASE: FTAL)
America Israel Investments Ltd.
Bit2c Ltd.
Amtel Computers Ltd
“Beyachad Im Lohmei Kippur 1973” („Together with the 1973 Yom Kippur Warriors“)
Winpac Trade Ltd
Risco ltd.
Kamedis ltd.
Global Automax ltd.
Easy Ltd.
moovit app global ltd.
Carmel Olefins, Gadiv Petrochemical Industries Ltd.
Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball Sport Club (1995) Ltd. (“Maccabi”)
ID Federman Holdings Ltd.
Yad Mordechai Apiary Strauss Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Defending Procter & Gamble Israel M.D.O. Ltd. in a class action over the labelling of some of its products.
- Successfully represented Fattal Hotels Ltd. in a dispute concerning cooling-off periods in long-distance sales.
- Represents Amdocs in a class action lawsuit filed in the Jerusalem District Court, where Amdocs, along with popular pop stars and major companies, is accused of covert advertising in a music video filmed at its offices, allegedly violating the Consumer Protection Law.
S. Friedman, Abramson & Co.
Co-headed by Lily Doron and Nira Cory, S. Friedman, Abramson & Co. delivers a ‘top-notch’ service to defendants across a range of class action matters. The team is skilled at advising on antitrust, product liability and consumer protection-related matters where it is noted for its ability to provide ‘practical, strategic, and highly effective’ advice.
Praxisleiter:
Lily Doron; Nira Cory
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Yair Assael; Maya Shlomi; Einat Wiener; Yaniv Kleinblatt; Lital Pasternak; Ran Yaacov Keinan
Referenzen
‘The team offers insightful and well-founded advice. They have an impressive ability to anticipate the court’s likely position in each specific case, which allows them to provide practical, strategic, and highly effective recommendations.‘
‘They demonstrate great initiative and a proactive approach (“think outside the box”), ensuring that every matter is handled with the utmost care and expertise. Their deep knowledge in the specific matter, combined with their dedication and practical insight, make them a uniquely valuable partner.’
‘The team is top-notch in class action litigation defense, especially in the fields of antitrust and consumer protection related claims.‘
Kernmandanten
Kfir Elevator Services (1981) Ltd.
Zim Integrated Shipping ServicesLtd
Israel Electric Corporation (IEC)
Northern Birch Ltd (Ikea Israel)
Sunfrost Ltd
Shef’a Hatzlacha Logistics;
Ralco Consumer Products Ltd.; Ralco Agencies Ltd.
Tnuva
Eldan Transportation LTD.
Hamashbir Lazarchan Israel
„Kan“ Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation
Gav Yam (Bayside Land Corporation) Ltd.
Life Sport Ltd. (Adidas)
Hever Human Capital Ltd; Hever Translations Ltd
MSC Cruises SA
Moraz Herbal Medicine Ltd.
Council For Higher Education
ZAGA Furniture Import & Marketing Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Successfully defending Zim Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. in a NIS 403 million class action lawsuit concerning alleged price coordination in vehicle transportation
- Representing Israel Electric Corporation (IEC) in multiple high-value class actions totalling over NIS 350 million, involving claims relating to prohibited fees, tax deductions and electricity tariffs.
- Defending Northern Birch, IKEA’s official importer in Israel, in a high-value NIS 105 million class action with broad public implications.
Salomon Lipschütz, Yossi Levy & Co.
Appreciated for its ‘strategic precision, courtroom strength, and client-focused mindset’, Salomon Lipschütz, Yossi Levy & Co. regularly achieves victories at a dispositive motion stage as well as in the aftermath of class certification. Transport-related class action disputes remain a particular area of strength, with Amit Gur combining deep sectoral knowledge with extensive litigation experience. Alon Barel, who co-heads the team alongside Gur, also represents transportation clients, as well as public sector entities.
Praxisleiter:
Amit Gur; Alon Bar-El
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Dror Apfeldorf; Yarden Lichtman
Referenzen
‚They demonstrate a rare combination of professionalism, creativity, and determination.‘
‚What makes this practice unique is the senior partners’ hands-on involvement and the seamless coordination with their associates. They were consistently available, responsive, and able to translate complicated legal issues into clear, actionable strategies.‘
‚The team’s attention to detail, ability to anticipate the opposing side’s moves, and determination to pursue justice make them truly different from competitors. Their approach was not only legally precise but also commercially astute, ensuring that my interests as a client were always the top priority.’
Kernmandanten
LG Energy Solution
Jerusalem Municipality
Nateev Express Group
Cable Express Ltd., of the Nateev Express Group
Beit Shemesh Express Ltd., of the Nateev Express Group
Ms. Natalia Shestakova & Ms. Ayelet Brin
Cornish Chen Ltd., an A-T Group company
Electra Elevators Ltd., of the Electra Group
Kavim, a subsidiary of the Meir Group
Electra Afikim Group (including Electra Afikim Transportation 2021 Ltd.)
Metropoline
Gringotts Finance Ltd.
Deshanit Advanced Agriculture
Clalit Health Services
Mei Carmel Ltd.
019 Mobile Services
Yango Deli Israel Ltd.
Wind Tel Aviv (By Byke) Ltd.
Nazarene Tours
Sefer Lakol Marketing and Distribution Ltd.
Mercantile Discount Bank
Cfir Light Rail Ltd.
Superbus
Dan in the South, of the Dan Group
Ivory Computers
Mekorot – Israel National Water Company
South Buses Company
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing LG Energy Solution in a NIS 1 billion class action certification motion alleging a global cartel in the production and distribution of lithium batteries for electronic devices.
- Acting for the Jerusalem Municipality in 3 class action certification motions for a collective NIS 5.6 billion alleging its failure to enforce the prohibition against smoking in public places.
- Acting for Nateev Express Group and its subsidiaries Beit Shemesh Express Ltd. and Cable Express Ltd. in 2 class action certification motions for a collective NIS 255 million alleging its failure to enforce the prohibition against smoking in bus terminals.
Shibolet & Co.
Combining ‘technical mastery of procedure with a business-oriented approach’, Shibolet & Co. is skilled at defending domestic and international corporates against class actions, including those involving multi-jurisdictional considerations. Co-headed by Shmuel Galinka and Ofer Shapira, the team advises across the full litigation life cycle, from class certification through to final resolution, and also supports clients from a preventative perspective through risk management measures.
Praxisleiter:
Shmuel Galinka; Ofer Shapira
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Joseph Benkel; Ofer Larisch; Nati Agmon; Shay Glick
Referenzen
‚Shibolet’s class action defence team stands out for its strategic depth and litigation excellence.‘
‚The lawyers combine technical mastery of class action procedure with a business-oriented approach, ensuring that every defence strategy is aligned with our broader commercial objectives.‘
‚Nati Agmon is a meticulous and detail-oriented lawyer who regularly achieves excellent results.‘
Kernmandanten
ARC Automotive Inc
Shufersal ltd
O.Y. Mediquip LTD.
Electra Ltd. (ELTR)
Ceragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: CRNT)
Jafora Tabori Ltd
Amidar Israel National Housing Corporation For Immigrants Ltd.
Albar Leasing (R.Z) Ltd
General Motors
Mifal HaPais – the State of Israel’s Lottery
Icon Group LTD and iDigital LTD
Israel Railways Ltd.
Domikar Ltd./Budget
KSP LTD
WIZO (Women’s International Zionist Organization), NAAMAT and|EMUNAH
Chen Klein, Ofer Koren, Dr. Shai Cohen
Smadar Shamir
Chemipal Ltd.
Haat Delivery Ltd.
Yandex Go Ltd.
El Al Israel Airlines Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Represent El Al Israel Airlines Ltd in a class action certification request. The claim centers on allegations that the respondents unlawfully erase „qualifying diamonds“ — critical points that determine a customer’s status and associated benefits in the „Frequent Flyer Club.“
- Represented Cohen, Klein, Koren on submitting an application for approval of a class-action lawsuit against ACUM . The class action is regarding the withholding of undistributed royalties and real estate assets in the value of NIS 250m by ACUM.
- Successfully represented Amidar in a motion for certification of a class action filed against it in the Tel Aviv District Court, seeking damages totalling 100m NIS.
Weksler, Bregman & Co., Advocates
Weksler, Bregman & Co., Advocates provides an ‘excellent service’ to defendants across a range of class actions, including in cases alleging competition law and consumer protection violations. Co-headed by Doron Dan , Oren Pechthold and Hila Goldfeld, the team is particularly active for banking clients, including in consumer class actions relating to alleged unlawful charges.
Praxisleiter:
Doron Dan; Oren Pechthold; Hila Goldfeld
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Dana Koren
Referenzen
‘The team provides an excellent service and has a high commitment to the clients interests.‘
Kernmandanten
Discount Bank Ltd.
Mercantile Bank Ltd
H&O Fashion Chains (2003) Ltd
Mizrahi Tefahot Bank Ltd.
Amisragas
K.F.C
Zara Israel
Gottex Swimwear Brands Ltd
Africa Israel Hotels Ltd.
U-Bank
HSBC Bank PLC
HSBC Holdings
Africa Israel Investments Ltd. including its subsidiaries
Negev Ceramics and its subsidiaries
Top Ramdor Systems & Computers Co. (1990) Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Defending Mercantile Bank in a class action filed against it pertaining to the charge for a registration fee for a deposit withdrawal conducted through a direct channel (the bank’s website).
- Representing H&O Fashion Chains in a class action lawsuit filed against it, alleging the sending of spam messages to customers who opted out of receiving advertisements from the company.
- Representing HSBC in a class action filed against it as well as against other foreign banks, alleging that foreign currency trading rooms’ employees, wrongfully coordinated the rates in foreign currency trades, and such wrongful coordination indirectly impacted the foreign currency exchange rates in Israel, causing Israeli clients engaged in such currency transactions significant financial losses and damages.
Zioni Pillersdorf Phillip Advocates
Zioni Pillersdorf Phillip Advocates has built a strong a strong reputation for track record representing claimants in high-profile cases brought against large multinational technology companies. Team head Shaul Zioni, who is a dual Israeli and New York-qualified partner, takes the lead on many of these, including with regard to breach of privacy allegations.
Praxisleiter:
Shaul Zioni
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Eli Pillersdorf; Reut Zaitelbach; Chen Neeman; Daphne Bar Deroma
Kernmandanten
R.L. HaShikma Holdings Ltd.
Rami Levy
Checkbox LLC (USHOPS)
Massa Israeli
Hadassah Medical Centers
Love Chord ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Represent petitioners in a class action against OpenAI over unlawful collection and use of personal data, particularly of minors.
- Represent leading Israeli entrepreneur Rami Levy and his holding company in a derivative action concerning Israir Airlines, valued at NIS 127 million.
- Represent the petitioners in a class action against Google and WhatsApp concerning a secret agreement granting Google access to billions of WhatsApp messages backed up to Google Drive without user consent.