S Horowitz & Co

Managing partners: Benjamin Sheffer, Amit Steinman, Eran Bezalel.

Number of partners worldwide: 79

Number of lawyers worldwide: 210

Languages: English, Hebrew, Arabic, French, Hungarian, German, Spanish, Swedish

Firm Overview:

Founded in 1921, S. Horowitz & Co. is one of Israel’s largest and leading law firms. The firm’s activities encompass three key practices: litigation, transactions and intellectual property. By adhering to its commitment to provide services of the highest professional standards, the firm has sought to maintain its ingrained tradition throughout its 102 year history, while adapting its needs to take into account 21st century advanced technologies and developments, all of which have enhanced its reputation and rich experience. The firm is recognized as a leader in its field by both the Israeli and international ranking directories. The firm’s clientele includes reputable and well-established Israeli and international companies, operating in a wide array of fields and industries.

Main Areas of Practice:

Litigation & Dispute Resolution:

S. Horowitz & Co. has been described by Chambers Global as “without doubt, the best commercial litigation law firm in Israel”. The firm has the largest litigation department in Israel that is consistently ranked as a leader in that area. The firm is involved in many of the major commercial disputes affecting Israel’s economy, collaborating, where necessary, with some of the leading law firms worldwide.

Contact: Ehud (Udi) Arzi - Chairman of the Board

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Yehoshua (Shuki) Horesh

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

International Arbitration:

The S. Horowitz International Arbitration practice is one of the largest in Israel, representing domestic and global corporations, business groups, and high-net-worth individuals in international disputes. Our firm boasts a proven track record of resolving major cross-border conflicts through international arbitration and mediation, including proceedings under LCIA, ICC, and ad-hoc rules. We are particularly active in M&A and shareholder disputes, as well as energy and infrastructure cases, with extensive experience handling complex, multi-jurisdictional matters. When necessary, we collaborate with leading law firms across the globe to ensure comprehensive representation.

Contact: Noam Zamir

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Uriel Prinz

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Corporate/M&A:

S. Horowitz & Co. regularly advises clients on complex and high-profile corporate transactions, including M&A, JVs and IPOs as well as VC investments. Additionally, the firm regularly accompanies and advises the boards of both private and public companies with regard to their corporate governance and compliance obligations.

Contact: Clifford Davis

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Amit Steinman

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Banking & Finance:

S. Horowitz & Co. is a leader in the field of banking and finance. The firm advises banks, financial institutions and borrowers on all aspects of financings. The firm has successfully represented most of the local and international banks in connection with their syndicated financings in Israel.

Contact: Anthony Bloch

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Michelle Liberman

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Intellectual Property/Information Technology:

S. Horowitz & Co.’s IP department is the largest amongst Israel’s commercial firms, and has been described by Legal 500 as ‘a rare phenomenon in Israel’. The department is consistently ranked first in the international directories and is highly regarded for its professionalism and exceptional services. In addition to its expertise in IP litigation, the firm also advises on all non-contentious IP issues pertaining to the use, enforcement, licensing and protection of IP rights.

Contact: Tal Band

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Avi Ordo

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Commercial Law:

S. Horowitz & Co. advises international and local clientele on the negotiation, drafting and adaptation of all types of commercial contracts encompassing a wide range of business related activities. Additionally, the firm provides ongoing support and accompaniment to companies relating to their day-to-day operations.

Contact: Amit Steinman

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Avner Itzhaki

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Project Finance:

S. Horowitz & Co. has extensive experience in providing advice and representation on all aspects of project finance involving infrastructure and other sectors of industry. Furthermore, the firm has extensive experience in accompanying entities in all project procedures, both in commercial and litigation aspects.

Contact: Michelle Liberman

Tel: +9723 564 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Shlomi Delgo

Tel: +9723 564 0700

Email: [email protected]

Securities/Capital Markets:

S. Horowitz & Co. regularly advises public companies, both at the required reporting level and on issuing bonds and other security interests. The firm also represents financial institutions, underwriters and companies in matters covering IPOs, private placements, structured financing, securitization and derivatives.

Contact: Amir Assali

Tel: +9723 564 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Guy Firer

Tel: +9723 564 0700

Email: [email protected]

Infrastructure and Energy:

S. Horowitz & Co. offers a comprehensive range of legal services to infrastructure and energy companies, providing a one-stop shop for transactional, financing, tender, regulatory, and dispute resolution matters. Our Infrastructure and Energy practice covers the full spectrum of these industries, with a long-standing tradition of representing key players in Israel’s water, electricity, oil, and natural gas sectors. We advise on major projects, regulatory issues, and complex transactions, ensuring our clients receive expert guidance on all aspects of their operations in this dynamic market.

Contact: Benjamin (Benny) Sheffer

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Shlomi Delgo

Tel: +9723 564 0700

Email: [email protected]

Antitrust/Competition:

S. Horowitz & Co. provides clients with full and comprehensive advice on a wide array of antitrust issues, including regarding the regulatory aspects and notification process applicable to M&A transactions, JVs, restrictive arrangements etc.

Contact: Hagai Doron

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Gitit Levin Grinberg

Tel: +9723 564 0700

Email: [email protected]

Tax:

S. Horowitz & Co.’s tax department offers broad advice and expertise on all aspects pertaining to business taxation, including in relation to M&A, restructuring, disclosure procedures, JVs, real estate, capital markets and international tax, where issues such as direct tax, indirect tax and/or international taxation are covered.

Contact: Leor Nouman

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Commercial Real Estate:

S. Horowitz & Co. provides comprehensive legal services in the area of commercial real estate, including development, construction, financing, leasing and proceedings before the Israel Lands Administration. In addition, the firm represents many clients in connection with property group acquisitions and urban renewal.

Contact: Avigail Kastiel

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Leor Nouman

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Pharmaceutical Industry/Life Sciences:

S. Horowitz & Co. represents both domestic and international companies in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sector, acting on their behalf in Israel and abroad, in litigation, regulation, licensing and IP.

Contact: Dovev Apel

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Ran Vogel

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Hi tech & Innovation:

S. Horowitz & Co. advises on all the legal and commercial aspects spanning the business, financial, development and commercialization life cycle of start-ups and mature hi-tech companies. Its clients operate in diverse fields, including financial technology (FinTech).

Contact: Mordehai (Motti) Malca

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Miriam Zaltsman

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

White Collar:

S. Horowitz & Co. advises clients on an array of offences, such as antitrust, tax evasion, securities fraud, bribery, money laundering, computer and internet violations, environmental protection, business licensing, planning and zoning, work safety and more.

Contact: Pnina Sheffer Emmanuel

Tel: +9723 567 0602

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Amit Becher

Tel: +9723 567 0602

Email: [email protected]

Administrative Law:

S. Horowitz & Co. has extensive expertise in administrative law, representing clients before all levels of Israel’s courts, including the High Court of Justice, Supreme Court, and administrative tribunals. Our team regularly defends, challenges, and seeks judicial review of decisions, actions, and legislation by government officials, public authorities, and regulatory bodies across a wide range of sectors. We handle complex matters involving the legality of public decisions, including those deemed unreasonable, procedurally unfair, or outside the scope of authority.

Contact: Eran Bezalel

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Eliya Zunz Koller

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Environment:

S. Horowitz & Co. is highly active in this area of law based on its knowledge, vast experience and accumulated expertise in the field, including: radiation, water, soil and air pollution, noise and odour nuisances, hazardous materials and waste disposal.

Contact: Eliya Zunz Koller

Tel: +9723 567 0614

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Pnina Sheffer Emmanuel

Tel: +9723 567 0614

Email: [email protected]

Telecommunications & Media:

S. Horowitz & Co. advises mobile phone operators, broadcasters, cable franchisees, content providers, satellite operators, service providers and financiers on all corporate and regulatory issues pertaining to telecommunications and the media.

Contact: Hagai Doron

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Dr. Eyal Brook

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Insurance & Product Liability:

S. Horowitz & Co. provides advises insurance and reinsurance companies in both contentious and non-contentious matters and bring significant product liability experience to the table.

Contact: Avi Ordo

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Moran Katz

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Employment Law:

S. Horowitz & Co. provides ongoing guidance to clients on all labour law-related aspects, including drafting and negotiating employment agreements or arrangements and acting on their behalf in the relevant labour courts. Furthermore, the firm accompanies clients in the ongoing management of their employee relations, both on the personal and collective level.

Contact: Ofir Pozner

Tel: +9723 7137 700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Yaron Lestrel

Tel: +9723 7137 700

Email: [email protected]

Cybersecurity, Privacy & Data Protection:

S. Horowitz & Co. Cybersecurity and Privacy Group deals with cutting-edge issues, at the intersection of law and technology.

We guide multinational and domestic clients on navigating complex compliance requirements in the fields of privacy and data protection, advise on the cybersecurity aspects of cross-border activity, and act in contentious settings upon the emergence of cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection related disputes or investigations.

Contact: Tomer Scheuerman

Tel: +9723 5670 700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Pini Azaria

Tel: +9723 5670 700

Email: [email protected]

Public International Law:

S. Horowitz & Co. is a law firm that specializes in representing countries in international dispute resolution proceedings before international courts like the International Court of Justice and the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea. Additionally, the firm advises governments, international organizations, and multinational corporations on various public international law issues, including treaty law, state responsibility, and human rights. Their expertise also extends to border disputes, investment agreements, diplomatic and state immunities, war law, and humanitarian law.

Contact: Dr. Omri Sender

Tel: +9723 5670 700

Email: [email protected]

AI:

S. Horowitz & Co. advises both international and domestic clients across various sectors, including technology, creative industries, and financial services. We provide guidance on legal and regulatory compliance, ethical issues related to AI, intellectual property commercialization and protection, mergers and acquisitions, risk assessment, and strategic advice to minimize the disruptive technology’s associated risks.

Contact: Dr. Eyal Brook

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: e[email protected]

Contact: Pini Azaria

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

HNW and Private Wealth:

S. Horowitz & Co. advises both Israeli and international clients with their wealth planning and management, estate/inheritance tax structuring and the creation and administration of trusts and alternate structures to ensure effective asset management and protection.

Contact: Leor Nouman

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Avigail Kastiel

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Aviation:

S. Horowitz & Co. advises foreign and national airlines, satellite operators, suppliers of rolling stock and suppliers of international courier and transportation services. Our advice is sought on all aspects of their business operations, including general corporate work, tenders, negotiation of commercial and operational agreements, acquisition and financing transactions in Israel, regulatory matters and court proceedings involving industry-specific disputes and liability claims.

Contact: Eyal Doron

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Investment Funds:

provides comprehensive advice regarding the formation and establishment of investment funds in various industries, such as private equity, venture capital, infrastructure, real estate, fintech and various debt funds.

Contact: Avi Eldor

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Amit Steinman

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Cryptocurrencies and Digital Assets:

S. Horowitz & Co. advises on all aspects of blockchain and digital assets, offering deep industry insight and expertise in legal matters related to cryptocurrency, smart contracts, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and other emerging technologies. We assist clients in navigating the regulatory landscape while maximizing the potential of these innovations. Our firm works closely with startups, established enterprises, investors, and individuals, providing tailored solutions to help them confidently operate in this evolving space.

Contact: Gal Arad Cohen

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Liraz Zehavi

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Financial Regulations:

S. Horowitz & Co. advises clients on all aspects of the financial regulatory landscape, providing comprehensive support across banking, payment services, fintech, and virtual currencies, including crypto and blockchain. Our team assists clients with licensing, compliance, corporate governance, and the development of policies and procedures, ensuring they remain informed and fully supported amid frequent regulatory updates. We offer tailored solutions, from strategic consulting during product development to ongoing legal advice.

Contact: Guy Firer

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]

Contact: Liraz Zehavi

Tel: +9723 567 0700

Email: [email protected]