FISCHER (FBC & Co.) ranks among the leading teams for white-collar crime litigation in Israel due to its ‘many years of experience working on large and very complex cases’. Frequently engaged by prominent political and business figures, as well as companies, the group is well versed in proceedings before all governmental and regulatory authorities and judicial tribunals. As a former senior prosecutor in the State Attorney's Office, department head Dror Matatyahu contributes invaluable hands-on experience. Senior associate Omer Aviram is also recommended for his focus on white-collar cases.

White-collar litigation is a mainstay at full-service practice Hadad, Roth & Co, with the firm widely recognised for is longstanding and ongoing representation of reappointed Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu. Other well-known political figures on its roster include the Mayor of Hadera, Zvi Gendelman, and the assistant to the former health minister, Mordechai Bebchik. The team has also recently undertaken work on behalf of business figures, celebrities and corporate clients. High-profile managing partner Amit Hadad co-leads the department alongside Noa Milstein, who often works alongside Hadad on key cases, and Eli Perry.

Boutique firm Kosteliz & Co., Law Office has a marked focus on white-collar crime cases, where it is noted for its ‘incredibly sharp and very well-researched’ advice. One of the largest teams in the market, fielding three partners and a senior counsel, the group is particularly sought after for cases with a high public profile. Firm founder Yaron Kosteliz is a former senior assistant to the Chief Military Prosecutor and is widely recognised as a go-to specialist for white-collar criminal defence work. Seasoned counsel Yoav Segal and associate Daniel Rosenblum are also recommended.

The internationally oriented group at Meitar Law Offices stands out for its expertise in multi-jurisdictional matters, including cross-border investigations and extradition cases. It has also advised foreign governments on constitutional and legislative frameworks for criminal enforcement and anti-money laundering (AML) reforms. A former Deputy to Israel’s State Attorney, Yuval Sasson brings to bear extensive experience in white-collar crime cases, homeland security, and compliance issues. Other key contacts include Eyal Rosovsky, who is representing Bezeq in the criminal proceedings dubbed the ‘4000 file’; senior litigator Nadav Weisman; and Eithan Kidron, who specialises in white-collar criminal law and regulatory enforcement.

Ravit Zemach, Law Office’s signature focus on white-collar crime cases translates into a specialist practice that routinely represents major public figures, including political, business and academic leaders, in complex investigations and criminal proceedings. Less frequently, the group also acts for companies. Department head Ravit Zemach is noted for her experience in cross-border cases, including appearances before international regulatory and judicial bodies.

AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co’s white-collar crime practice is recognised for its experience in representing clients at the civil, criminal and administrative levels. The team is particularly active in cases involving administrative corruption, tax offences, securities and money laundering, where it acts for a wide range of politicians, business figures and corporate entities. Drawing on her previous experience as a senior prosecutor at the Tel Aviv District Attorney’s Office, department head Sharon Kohane is highly specialised in the field.

Lawyers at Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co. are commended for providing advice that demonstrates ‘a great understanding of both the legal system and the commercial environment’. The group is particularly noted for its experience in representing corporate clients, including business figures and major companies, in investigations and white-collar crime litigation — it also acts for political figures, senior military personnel and other high-profile individuals. Moshe Mazor spearheads the administrative and white-collar litigation department and ‘fights for his clients' rights with a passion’. Senior counsel Reut Rahman is also recommended.

White-collar crime cases are a core pillar of Ilan Sofer & Co.’s firm-wide offering, with the boutique specialising exclusively in commercial and white-collar litigation. The team is equipped to represent high-profile individuals and corporations at all stages of criminal proceedings, from initial investigations through to trial and appeals. Firm founder Ilan Sofer has an impressively broad track record, with extensive experience in cases involving securities, antitrust and tax-related matters, among others. The team also draws on litigators Elad Beker, Guy Wilf and Jonathan Dori.

S. Horowitz & Co houses a full-service white-collar crime practice, which defends Israeli and international corporations, government entities, financial institutions and high-ranking officials in regulatory and criminal proceedings. With experience in cases concerning competition, tax, securities law, corruption and planning violations, the group covers the full gamut of cases. Pnina Sheffer-Emmanuel ‘gets right to the point every time’ and co-heads the department together with newly appointed Chairman of the Israeli Bar Association, Amit Becher, who is a former division head at the Tel Aviv District Attorney’s Office.

According to sources, Vardi Leshem Ron, Law Office’s ‘professionalism and belief in the mission’ sets it apart from other white-collar crime practices in Israel. The group demonstrates adept handling of the full scope of related matters, with its recent experience encompassing cases concerning fraud, bribery, securities law violations, cyber law offences, tax crimes and cartels, among others. Firm co-founder Alon Ron is widely recognised as a specialist in his field. The team also draws on Ayelet Leshem, who handles criminal and civil litigation.

Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.’s white-collar crime practice added nine new clients over the past year. Most notably, it was engaged by Unet Credit Finance Services, and several of its board members, in a high-profile case concerning allegations of embezzlement and fraudulent conduct committed by the CEO. Practice head Zvi Gabbay leads the Unet Credit case and is highly regarded for his experience in securities-related cases. Hadar Israeli, who is dual-qualified in Israel and New York, brings experience in cross-border matters.

Alongside its work in traditional white-collar crime cases, Krispin Rubinstein Blecher Law Offices stands out for its experience in representing clients before military commissions of inquiry and national security hearings. Department head Roy Blecher handles an array of administrative, criminal and disciplinary litigation, with his classified security clearance standing as a key asset in sensitive matters. Up-and-coming litigator Guy Zeevi is also recommended for his focus on criminal litigation.