FinTech Legal
FinTech Guide 2024 : Israel
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About
Provided by Arnon, Tadmor-Levy
Arnon, Tadmor-Levy stands as a distinguished leader in the fintech sector, providing guidance to global banks, financial institutions, and technology companies in adopting innovative digital solutions. Our extensive expertise spans a diverse range of financial services, including digital banking, blockchain, payment services, artificial intelligence (AI), and more. Regardless of whether our clients operate in traditional finance or provide cutting-edge technological solutions, we ensure their strategic positioning in this rapidly evolving landscape.
With decades of experience servicing traditional banking and financial services players, our fintech team recognizes the need for robust collaboration between classic industries and high-tech groups, ensuring comprehensive legal representation. Our services include legal opinions, license acquisition support, engagement with Israeli regulators, and representation in various funding rounds. The client portfolio spans Israeli and international banks, financial institutions, and startups developing cutting-edge fintech solutions. Acknowledged in prestigious legal directories such as Chambers and Partners, Duns 100, and BDiCode, our fintech practice excels in navigating the intricate intersections of law and technology.
Chambers Review
Arnon, Tadmor-Levy is well known for its core excellence in banking, finance and tech matters. The firm assists financial institutions with digital banking matters and advises FinTechs on regulatory compliance, investment rounds and IPOs.
Work Highlights
- Arnon, Tadmor-Levy advised Bits of Gold, a large cryptocurrency broker, on applying for and obtaining its financial services licence.
Strengths
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"Arnon, Tadmor-Levy have in-depth FinTech/blockchain know-how, and we are very happy with their service levels and responsiveness."
"Arnon, Tadmor-Levy provides a comprehensive approach to matters and has a wide network for this region and practice area."
"The firm knows the sector very well, has a solid bench of practitioners and is very good at handling complex cross-border matters. They are strategic in their approach and always come to the table with a solution-minded approach. They are flexible and really understand the regulations that are in play."
"Arnon, Tadmor-Levy have in-depth FinTech/blockchain know-how, and we are very happy with their service levels and responsiveness."
"Arnon, Tadmor-Levy provides a comprehensive approach to matters and has a wide network for this region and practice area."
"The firm knows the sector very well, has a solid bench of practitioners and is very good at handling complex cross-border matters. They are strategic in their approach and always come to the table with a solution-minded approach. They are flexible and really understand the regulations that are in play."
Notable Practitioners
Yuval Shalhevet is an experienced banking lawyer. He is often consulted on matters relating to ISDA agreements and derivatives, as well as assisting banks with the implementation of Basel II.
"Yuval is one of the top lawyers in this region for compliance, banking, anti-money laundering and KYC matters. Overall Yuval is an M&A expert for FinTech. He is a hands-on person and so well educated about this sector."
"Yuval is very good - he's experienced, professional and has a wealth of knowledge."
"Shalheveth has a good set of skills and is a safe pair of hands."
Kobi Ben-Chitrit is an experienced M&A lawyer. Ben-Chitrit regularly advises on M&A transactions and private equity investments, as well as financing rounds and IPOs for technology startups.
"Kobi is not only an expert in legal matters but also a strategic thinker and a problem solver. His analytical skills, deep understanding of the law and intuitive grasp of business strategies truly set him apart. He possesses a unique blend of business acumen and legal knowledge."
"Ben-Chitrit is smart and has tons of experience. He deals with lots of startup companies in Israel."
Roy Keidar is an experienced FinTech lawyer. Keidar regularly advises on blockchain, cyptocurrencies and data protection matters.
"Roy is sensible, practical and has a hands-on approach."
"Roy is extremely responsive and great to work with. I would recommend him for Israeli FinTech and blockchain related matters at any time."
"Roy is an extremely talented and experienced attorney in the blockchain sector. Working with him gives me peace of mind."
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