Dispute Resolution: Class Action (Defence)
Global Guide 2024 : Israel
Band 2
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Provided by Herzog Fox & Neeman
Herzog Fox & Neeman’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice is among the largest in Israel, specialising in representing multinational companies before Israeli courts. The firm’s practice is the “first stop” for disputes in Israel involving an international or multi-jurisdictional element, claims involving foreign litigants and high-profile class action suits.
The practice is divided into four:
• The Commercial Litigation has extensive experience in handling a wide range of disputes involving corporate, securities, administrative and contract law before various local and international tribunals.
• The Corporate & Securities Litigation group’s expertise comprises all facets of securities-related litigation and disputes, including securities class actions, shareholder derivative suits and internal investigations.
• The Class Actions group regularly manages the most high-profile and complex class actions in Israel, and possesses unrivalled experience in all aspects of domestic and cross-border disputes in a variety of disciplines.
• The Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) group advises clients regarding all aspects of court action and, when appropriate, recommends realistic alternative solutions, in an effort to avoid the expenses and disruptions to business operations often associated with litigation.
Chambers Review
Herzog Fox & Neeman is an impressive firm well known for its scope and international reputation. The disputes team frequently handles major class actions relating to negligence and consumer protection and, increasingly, breach of online privacy laws, as well as unfair competition. Its lawyers are active in advising international and domestic clients on commercial litigation and arbitration in industries including insurance, banking and infrastructure.
Work Highlights
- A Herzog team successfully represented Meta in a claim regarding the removal of a user's profile due to the infringement of intellectual property rights.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Herzog do an excellent job managing complex matters. They have a number of attorneys with in-depth knowledge of both class actions and our company."
"Herzog are extremely easy to work with. They have a firm grasp on the issues and a very practical mindset."
"Herzog do an excellent job managing complex matters. They have a number of attorneys with in-depth knowledge of both class actions and our company."
"Herzog are extremely easy to work with. They have a firm grasp on the issues and a very practical mindset."
Notable Practitioners
Yossi Ashkenazi is a well-regarded litigator who is experienced in commercial disputes in addition to class actions. He is adept at handling both domestic and cross-border matters in a range of areas including securities, white-collar crime and antitrust.
"Yossi Ashkenazi is very strategic and knowledgeable, with considerable experience."
David Zailer is an adept lawyer who specialises in commercial disputes and class actions. His experience spans many areas including negligence, contract breaches and intellectual property disputes.
"David Zailer is experienced and has great knowledge of the market and its dynamics."