TMT: Telecoms, Media & Broadcasting
Global Guide 2024 : Israel
Band 3
Email address
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+972 3 692 2020About
Provided by Herzog Fox & Neeman
The Telecoms, Media & Entertainment Law Department has unrivalled experience working with all players in the industry, and among the department’s clients are leading domestic and international telecommunications and media companies, including: multi-channel television operators, internet service providers, fixed and mobile telephony operators, commercial radio and television broadcasters, international telephony operators and content service providers.
The Telecoms, Media & Entertainment Law Department advises in the following areas:
- Counselling from the initial stages of tenders to the regulation and operation of telecom providers, including advising on the complex regulations governing the licensing and operation of telecom services and equipment;
- Representing clients before regulatory agencies regarding telecoms privatisations, market liberalisation processes, market competition developments and ensuing Ministerial policies;
- Representing clients in administrative petitions to the Supreme Court;
- Day-to-day compliance and enforcement issues including regulations, cross-ownership rules, licensing, customs, taxation, zoning and environmental issues;
- Mergers & acquisitions and transfers of means of control in telecom and media licensees;
- Representation of clients in both domestic and international commercial transactions.
Chambers Review
Herzog Fox & Neeman operates a distinguished telecoms practice, with experience advising on a range of transactional and regulatory matters, particularly in terms of licensing and broadcasting regulations. Its client base includes domestic and international cellular and satellite providers, alongside major OTT service providers.
Work Highlights
- A Herzog team advised Disney Israel on a range of broadcasting regulatory matters such as the classification of certain broadcasts.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Herzog were able to add clarity in the face of significant ambiguity. They are responsive and thorough in their answers."
"Herzog were able to add clarity in the face of significant ambiguity. They are responsive and thorough in their answers."
Notable Practitioners
Esther Sternbach is a distinguished lawyer who is now of counsel at Herzog Fox & Neeman. She holds significant telecommunications and media regulatory expertise, alongside noteworthy ability in competition and licensing matters.