IT & Data Protection
Global Guide 2024 : Israel
Band 1
Email address
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+972 3 692 2020About
Provided by Herzog Fox & Neeman
Herzog Fox & Neeman's IT & Data Protection practice serves Israeli and international clients and has been substantially developing and expanding.
Key areas of service include data classification; data governance, including drafting of privacy and data management policies; filings with regulators; assessing, implementing, and maintaining compliance programs; drafting and advising on data sharing and processing and data subjects' rights; providing legal opinions with respect to the application of privacy laws to various organizations, initiatives, and activities; advising on the international transfer of data; advising on data issues that arise in the context of M&As and other corporate transactions; advising in respect of the collection and use of personal information in the context of promotional and other direct marketing campaigns; responding to regulatory investigations and audits; advising on data security incidents and notification requirements.
In the event of a security breach, we provide - in collaboration with security experts and compliance advisors - rapid and comprehensive incident response. Similarly, in an ongoing manner, we provide strategic guidance on how to manage a cyber event as a potential corporate crisis, assisting companies in simulating and training for cyber events, and implementing procedures for related incidents and breaches.
Chambers Review
Herzog Fox & Neeman operates a notable technology and data protection practice. The group showcases considerable strength acting for clients in the cybersecurity, software and online gaming fields. Its lawyers are well versed in advising clients on a broad range of matters spanning data protection management and security, as well as regulatory compliance and licensing agreements.
Work Highlights
- An HFN team led by Ariel Yosefi advised Augury on privacy and data matters in connection with its acquisition of Seebo Interactive.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is very knowledgeable and up to date about recent legal developments, and are always there to advise clients in a practical way."
"HFN are always available regardless of the hour and are ready to provide effective and efficient responses to complex and urgent questions."
"The team is very knowledgeable and up to date about recent legal developments, and are always there to advise clients in a practical way."
"HFN are always available regardless of the hour and are ready to provide effective and efficient responses to complex and urgent questions."
Notable Practitioners
Co-head of the firm's technology and regulation group, Ariel Yosefi is an esteemed lawyer who is often called upon to advise on data protection management and licensing agreements.
"Ariel is a superb lawyer with some of the best levels of responsiveness and client service I have encountered."
"He always aims for creative solutions and is a pleasure to work with."
Ohad Elkeslassy is co-head of HFN's privacy practice. He is an increasingly prominent lawyer with a notable track record of advising clients on a variety of matters, such as privacy compliance and data incidents.
"Ohad is always available to us and is ready to assist in a knowledgeable manner."
"He is responsive, amicable and provides clear guidance."