The transport group at FISCHER (FBC & Co.) scores highly with sources for its ‘profound understanding of the fields of tourism and aviation’. On the aviation front, the team acts for an impressive roster of major airlines, including American Airlines, British Airways and Delta Airlines, with its activities encompassing the full range of regulatory, contentious and transactional matters. The maritime and automotive industries are also significant sources of work. Highly regarded expert Shirly Kazir spearheads both the aviation and maritime, and the hotels and tourism departments. Newly promoted partner Amir Varon also specialises in transport.
Transport in Israel
FISCHER (FBC & Co.)
Responsables de la pratique:
Shirly Kazir
Autres avocats clés:
Yoram Bonen; Gilad Winkler; Amir Varon; Lior Linhard
Les références
‘Shirly Kazir, together with her team, have demonstrated a high level of professionalism, dedication to their clients and interests, sharpness, profound understanding of the fields of tourism and aviation and its major players, solid legal expertise and unique knowledge in all relevant aspects of this.’
‘Shirly Kazir stands out as a lawyer who excels in providing professional and knowledgeable advice while maintaining her determination and creativity, a combination that almost always yields positive results for her clients. Shirly appears to go above and beyond to ensure a successful outcome for clients.’
‘The team is available 24/7 and has a wide level of knowledge of all relevant legislations. Team has a proactive approach and updates about relevant developments in the market place that may impact the airline industry. Team is pleasant, accommodating and professional.’
Principaux clients
Lot Polish Airlines
American Airlines
Icelandair
Eastern Airlines
Gulf Air
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings
British Airways PLC
Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW)
Turkish Airlines
EasyJet Airlines Company
Delta Airlines
Iberia Líneas Aéreas de España
Air France/KLM
Kennedys Law LLP
Arbel Finance
Emirates
Etihad Airways
Fly Dubai
COMSA SSA
Transavia Airlines C.V
Onur Air
Virgin Atlantic
Colmobil
Hahn Airlines
Aerolinas Argentina
Lufthansa Group (Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Swiss International Airlines, Deutsche Lufthansa)
Finnair
Zhejiang Cainiao Supply Chain Management Co. (Alibaba Group)
China Railway Construction Corporation (International) (CRCCI)
TiL Group
Hadarom Container Terminal
Pegasus Airlines
Arkia Airlines
Wizz Air
QAS – Quality Airport Services
Silk Way West Airlines
Hyundai Motor Company
Kia Motor Company
Schaeffler Israel
Air Europa
Korean Airlines
WeTrip
Trivago
Volvo Lastvagnar
Renault Trucks
DHL (Israel)
Yamaha Motor Europe
Association of Car Importers in Israel
Talma Shlomo Travel Solutions
Smartair Tel Aviv
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty
Classic Air
Vueling Airlines
Aeroméxico
Evergreen Marine Corp. (Taiwan)
Imperium Jets
Hotels.com
Unitag
Jas Forwarding
Dan Public Transportation Company
Danya Cebus
Allied Infrastructure
Danya Cebus
Quadro National Infrastructures
Afikim Advanced Transport Services
Principaux dossiers
- Successfully represented Wizz Air and Austrian Airlines in class actions submitted (separately) against each of the airlines regarding refunds of airport taxes.
- Represented Turkish Airlines in a cross-border class action against the airline’s policy of non-endorsement of flight tickets.
- Advised a consortium in a bid for the design, construction, operation, and financing of the Blue Line of the Jerusalem Light Rail Transit Network, valued at NIS10.7bn.
Herzog Fox & Neeman
Over the past year, Herzog Fox & Neeman handled a significant volume of financing transactions in the transport field, including representing lenders on aircraft financings. The group also acts for airlines, with its recent work spanning local incorporations and leasing arrangements. among other matters. Experienced of counsel Alan Sacks and finance partner Ben Kanter are the key contacts for aviation work, including financing, transfers and registrations. Project finance co-head Mark Phillips is noted for his experience in the road and rail sectors.
Responsables de la pratique:
Mark Phillips
Autres avocats clés:
Alan Sacks; Ben Kanter
Les références
‘I use the team for advice regarding aircraft financing in Israel. The team is knowledgeable, and very responsive. They are invariably helpful.’
‘I principally work with Ben Kanter. I worked previously with Alain Sacks. Both are excellent.’
Principaux clients
MUFG Bank
KfW IPEX-Bank
Citibank
Rolls Royce
Standard Chartered Bank
Investec
Israel Discount Bank
Caryle Aviation
Aviation Capital Group
Avolon
Principaux dossiers
- Advising a lender in connection with financing and registration of Boeing Dreamliner aircraft being acquired by El Al Israel Airlines.
- Advising a consortium of senior lenders, led by Mizrahi Tefahot Bank and Phoenix, on the financing of the new fast lanes to be constructed and operated on the main roads leading into the Tel Aviv area.
- Advising Shikun & Binui and Egged on the BOT tender for the Haifa–Nazareth Light Rail project.
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.
With an orientation towards regulatory and contentious work, Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.’s thriving transport practice is dominant in both the shipping and aviation spheres. In terms of the former, the group enjoys close links with major insurance companies, as well as ports, shipping companies and energy companies. On the aviation front, the group is primarily active on behalf of insurers and airlines. Department head Ilan Winder splits his practice between aviation and shipping matters. Associate Merav Nur is also noted for her focus on transport law.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ilan Winder
Autres avocats clés:
Merav Nur
Les références
‘The team provides straightforward advice. Lawyers act on time, respond when needed and provide the best legal services.’
‘I don’t work with a certain person only but with many lawyers, and all members maintain the best service levels.’
Principaux clients
Migdal Insurance Company
The Phoenix Insurance Company
Harel Insurance Company
Ashdod Port
Noble Energy Mediterranean
Chevron Mediterranean
El Al Israeli Airlines
LOT Polish Airlines
AXA Versicherung AG Colonia
Uniko Shipping & Logistics
Pantaenius Yacht Insurance
Sonigo International Shipping, Packing & Moving
Lucy Borchard Shipping Israel Scandinavian Maritime Agency and Tiran Shipping
Harel Insurance and its insurer Tokio Marine
Shapir Civil and Marine Engineering
Iveco S.P.A.
Israel Canada Highways Management
El-Mor Electric Installation & Services (1986)
Leditech
Shipco Transport
Sea Alliance
Ukraine International Airlines
Rwandair
Dan Public Transportation
National Union Fire Insurance company of Pittsburgh, PA (AIG USA)
Yang Ming Marine Transport Corp.
Lonham Group UK
Pantavis
Amnon Mesilot
IBI Group Inc.
Construcciones Y Auxiliar De Ferrocarriles
Caf Investment Projects
Shapir Civil and Marine Engineering
Noy 3 Infrastructure And Energy Investments
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Noble Energy on its maritime law affairs and providing specific advice on regulatory issues regarding the company’s offshore and onshore operations.
- Advising an array of local and international insurance companies in connection with damage caused to possessions during air and sea transportation.
- Advising IBI-Arcadis Group on its participation in the project for the design and implementation of mass transit systems in the Tel Aviv metropolitan area (LRV Red Line Project).
S. Friedman, Abramson & Co.
Transport powerhouse S. Friedman, Abramson & Co. is primarily recognised for its ‘extensive experience and knowledge of shipping’, where it acts for leading domestic and multinational shipping companies on an array of regulatory, contentious and transactional matters. Alongside its destination maritime practice, the group also advises on rail and road-related matters. Senior shipping expert Amir Cohen-Dor is distinguished by his ‘vast experience in the field of transportation’. The group also includes Roiy Cohen, who specialises in representing shipping companies in commercial negotiations, dispute resolution and risk management; and Michael Safran, who is highly regarded for shipping transactions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Amir Cohen-Dor
Autres avocats clés:
Michael Safran; Nira Cory; Roiy Cohen; Aviva Zigmond; Nitzan Nishlis
Les références
‘The team has been working with our company for years and have built up great knowledge and expertise in the company’s day-to-day operations, as well as the legal matters in hand. ’
‘The team is extremely professional, with great knowledge and experience, great dedication and availability.’
‘The team is highly professional, which gives me a sense of confidence in their inputs and advice. In addition, they are available to my requests and pleasant to work with.’
Principaux clients
Zim Integrated Shipping Services
The Israel Chamber of Shipping
M. Dizengoff & Co (P&I Representatives)
Israel Shipyards
Israel Electric Corporation
National Coal Supply Corporation
Maersk Israel
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Haifa and the North
Dead Sea Works (part of the ICL group)
Israel Railways
Ayalon Highways Co
NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System
Israel Scandinavian Maritime Agency
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Zim Integrated Shipping Services on long-term charter agreements (with purchase options) for over 20 new eco-friendly vessels, with a total value of over $1.5bn.
- Drafting the Israeli Shipping Agents Registration Bill on behalf of the Israeli Chamber of Shipping.
- Advising the National Coal Supply Corporation on the $50.5m sale of a vessel co-owned with a Belgian partner.
Harris & Co. Maritime Law Office
Despite its compact size, shipping boutique Harris & Co. Maritime Law Office punches above its weight to represent a wide range of shipowners, charterers, agents, P&L Clubs and others in shipping transactions and litigation. The specialist group is also a popular choice to advise international law firms on Israeli law-related maritime matters. Managing partner Yoav Harris is held up by sources as a ‘partner specialised in transport and maritime law’.
Responsables de la pratique:
Yoav Harris
Les références
‘A very professional, pleasant and respectful team. The partner stands out for his personal attitude, high availability and quick, professional and thorough answers.’
‘A very devoted and young team mixed with staff rich with experience. A great combination!’
‘Yoav Harris is a partner specialised in transport and maritime law. He is a quick thinker and very professional.’
S. Horowitz & Co
S. Horowitz & Co’s top-tier dispute resolution offering comes to the fore in its transport work, with the team a popular choice to handle industry-shaping litigation, including class actions. The group, which has an emphasis on the aviation sector, also handles transactional and regulatory work. Of counsel Hugh Kowarsky contributes significant regulatory expertise and co-chairs the practice together with Eyal Doron, who demonstrates ‘deep technical knowledge’. Associate Ron Libson provides support.
Responsables de la pratique:
Hugh Kowarsky; Eyal Doron
Autres avocats clés:
Ron Libson
Les références
‘S. Horowitz fields excellent professional staff and it also possesses extensive experience in the airline industry; it has the strengths and key capabilities required to help us run a corporate company smoothly.’
‘Eyal Doron has excellent communication skills, He is very proactive and has lots of patience. His experience in the airline industry is at par excellence.’
‘The team has excellent understanding of the business context, and gathers in-depth information/knowledge where the need arises, to adequately counsel in specific matters where no previous knowledge exists.’
Principaux clients
Ryanair DAC
Lufthansa Group (including, inter alia, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cargo, Brussels Airlines)
Swiss Airlines
Wizz Air
Ashdod and Haifa Ports
British Airways
Electra Afikim
Stellantis
Honda Motor Co
Toyota Motor Corporation
China State Engineering Construction Corporation
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Ryanair in a motion to certify a multimillion-dollar class action involving alleged non-refund of passenger taxes and fees for international flights.
- Represented Swiss International Air Lines in a motion to certify a class action alleging contract violations, unjust enrichment, and torts related to Swiss’ out-of-sequence policy for passengers who are no-show for flight segments.
- Represented Deutsche Lufthansa in a motion to certify a class action alleging spam mail violations under the Telecommunications Law, by Lufthansa.
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co
AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co’s cross-practice transport offering draws on the experience of a broad pool of corporate lawyers and litigators. The team has been particularly busy in the automotive sector of late, where it has represented companies such as Albar Car Fleet (RZ), Auto Center and Leascar Ram in contentious matters. Key contacts include corporate head Yoav Caspi; Ram Jeanne, who leads the dispute resolution department; and class actions specialist Yaron Reiter.
Responsables de la pratique:
Yoav Caspi; Yaron Reiter; Ram Jeanne
Autres avocats clés:
Assaf Lapid
Principaux clients
Dan Public Transportation
Kavim Public Transportation
El Al Israel Airlines
Mayer’s Group (Hertz, Kavim, Merkavim)
Kesher Rent A Car (Hertz)
Merkavim Transportation Technologies
Auto Center Limited Partnership
Shlomo Sixt Group
Aero Handling
FSM Ground Services – the operator of Tel-O-Fun
Shapir Group
Leascar
Shapir Engineering & Industries
Kfir – Light Rail Jerusalem
Morgan
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Albar Car Fleet (RZ) in an application to certify a class action, alleging that Albar and others used deceptive documents for importing and selling or leasing cars.
- Representing Kfir (a joint venture of Shapir Engineering and Industries and CAF), which won a tender for the operation of the red line of the light rail in Jerusalem.
Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano & Co
According to satisfied clients, Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano & Co ‘knows how to find solutions and be creative’. Distinguished by its transactional prowess, the group specialises in work intersecting the transport and technology spheres, including autonomous vehicles and drones. Finance and M&A head Doni Toledano is the key contact in a multidisciplinary team that also includes Lior Oren, who has a focus on tech-driven transactions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Doni Toledano
Autres avocats clés:
Lior Oren; Eyal Wiesel
Les références
‘We enjoy working with EBN. Lawyers provide very good service, are fun to work with, always answer the phone and emails, are quick to respond and revert, know our business well and do not try to make it difficult for the other party when not necessary. It knows how to find solutions and be creative.’
‘Lior Oren is the EBN member who coordinates our contact with the firm. He is very senior, but handles certain corporate issues and M&A aspects himself, and manages our legal needs firm-wide. Lior is an outstanding and very experienced lawyer, and it’s a pleasure to work with him and the team.’
‘A very professional team. Lawyers are nice and available.’
Principaux clients
Mobileye Vision Technologies
Carasso Motors
Egged Ta’avura
Mediterranean Car Agency
Arbe Robotics
Tene Investment Fund
LeddarTech
Foretellix
X-Sight Systems
Questar Auto Technologies (Previously Traffilog)
Haifa Municipality
Metropoline – Public Transport
Afcon Electric Transportation
Maman Cargo Terminals
Alon Blue Square
Israel Aerospace Industries
Bank Hapoalim
Egged Shareholders Representative Services
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Egged Shareholders Representative Services on the sale of a majority stake in Egged to Keystone Fund.
- Advising Foretellix on its Series Round C financing led by 83North.
- Advising Carasso Motors on the acquisition of 100% of the share capital of CMD Engineering Equipment Supplies Co.
Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.
Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.’s transport work straddles many practice areas, primarily drawing on lawyers from the infrastructure, corporate, international trade, finance and administrative law departments. Acting across the road, rail, aviation and shipping spheres, the team demonstrates a notable focus on infrastructure and class actions. Key contacts include Gill Nadel, who specialises in import, export and international trade matters; Rami Sofer, who heads the corporate, finance and infrastructure team; and administrative law partner Tal Danon Shenhav.
Responsables de la pratique:
Tal Danon Shenhav; Rami Sofer; Esther Koren; Dubi Zoltak; Aaron Michaeli; Hagit Blaiberg; Zvi Bar-Nathan; Gill Nadel
Principaux clients
Egged Transportation Company
Israeli Ministry of Finance, Government Procurement Administration
Netivei Ayalon (Ayalon Highways)
Gett
Israel Railways
Cross Israel Highway
NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System
Changchun Railway Vehicles Co.
Adani Group
China Railway Construction Corporation (International)
Generation Capital Fund
PJSC Aeroflot – Russian Airlines
Israir Airlines
Efacec
El Al Israel Airlines
Jaguar Land Rover
Ford Motor Company
Hyundai Motor Company
Kia
MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company
Egged Ta’avura
Derech Eretz Highways (1997)
Bird Rides
Car leasing companies: Carasso Motors; Pacific Vehicle And Transportation; S. Shlomo Vehicle
Public Offerings for three car leasing companies: Eldan Transportation; Albar Mimunit Services; S. Shlomo Holdings
Car importers: David Lubinskil; Colmobil| Group; Mayer’s Cars and Trucksl Mediterranean Car Agency; Delek Motors; Max Trucks and Buses; Avnir Car Company; The Shlomo Group; Champion Motors
Arkin Holdings & Hanaco Growth
Systra Group,
SENER Group
TYPSA Group
Massad Oz Management & Engineering
iSTERN Civil Engineering Projects Management
Shapir Civil and Marine Engineering
Israel Aerospace Industries
Shufersal
REE Automotive
Next Gear Venture Partners LP
GES Global Environmental Solutions
Shasha Tours (95)
Derech Eretz Tours
Mercury Aviation Israel
Solel Boneh Infrastructure
Tnufa Transportation Solutions
Aviv AMCG Management and Consulting
Tama Plastic Industry
Eldan Cargo 2000
Krief Albatros
Transworld Logistics
International Chamber of Customs and Shipping Agents
Leschaco
Raphael Katz & Co. Customs Clearance
Sivanit International Forwarders
Playtika
Noach Niv Customs Agents
Mobilion Tech Limited Partnership
Cipia Vision
Principaux dossiers
- Representing both sides (Adani Group and Gadot Chemicals on one side, and the Israel Government Companies Authority on the other) in the NIS4bin privatisation of the Haifa Port.
- Acting as Israel legal counsel to PJSC Aeroflot – Russian Airlines on various matters, including litigation proceedings.
- Representing the Israeli Association of General Aviation in petitions to the High Court of Justice seeking to allow the continued use of the airport in Herzliya.
Gornitzky & Co.
Gornitzky & Co.’s transport practice benefits from the firm’s close relationship with Dan Public Transportation and it provides ongoing advice to the bus company on day-to-day matters, project tenders and corporate transactions. The team also has a presence in tech-driven transport work, where it acts for start-ups and funds. Managing partner Kfir Yadgar handles a mix of contentious and corporate work and oversees the group together with transactional partner Yiftah Farber.
Responsables de la pratique:
Kfir Yadgar; Yiftah Farber
Les références
‘Gornitzky’s uniqueness lies in its all-encompassing legal expertise, efficient responsiveness, and client-centric approach. Potential clients would appreciate its broad range of legal competencies, covering corporate law, litigation, and more, ensuring comprehensive solutions from a single source.’
‘Individuals at Gornitzky stand out for their unparalleled in-depth knowledge of our company. This knowledge enables them to provide tailored, strategic legal guidance that directly addresses our unique needs and challenges.’
‘Very professional with great results. We value our close relationship with the partners.’
Principaux clients
Dan Public Transportation Company
Eviation Aircraft
Nahor Transportation Routes
Samelet Motors
Keystone Fund
Mobili Shamroch
Mobili Shamroch
Mobileye Vision Technologies
Electra Ltd.
Neuron Entrepreneurship
Bank Hapoalim B.M.
Ford Motor Company
Israel Railways Corporation
United Tours
Hamovil Jack Yulzari Ramla
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Dan Public Transportation Company (as a shareholder in TMT–TLV Metropolitan Tramway) on its successful bid for the Tel Aviv Green Line light rail Project.
- Advised Israeli start-up, Eviation Aircraft, on various matters.
- Advised Dan Transportation and Samelet Motors on establishing Mobilitech Capital, a fund promoting investments in early-stage tech projects in public transportation.
Gross, Orad, Schlimoff & Co.
Gross, Orad, Schlimoff & Co. houses a robust aviation practice that routinely acts for major airlines, aircraft owners and ground-handling companies, among other industry clients, in regulatory and commercial matters. The group additionally leverages the firm’s dominant insurance offering to pack a punch in claims-related disputes. Omer Shalev, who is a former general counsel for EL AL, co-heads the practice alongside Noya Yulish.
Responsables de la pratique:
Omer Shalev; Noya Yulish
Les références
‘An exceptional team, which is very professional in aviation law.’
‘Omer Shalev has vast experience and provides the best service in aviation and tourism law, using his knowledge as former general counsel of an airline.’
‘Omer Shalev is fantastic!’
Principaux clients
EL AL Israel Airlines
Sun D’or International Airlines
QAS Israel
Maman Aviation
TAP – Air Portugal
Air Baltic
Arkia Israeli Airlines
AMR Aviation
Phoenix Insurance Company
Moya Tours
Israeli Airport Authority
La Compagnie
Laufer GHI
TUS Airways
GNS Aviation
GNS Helicopters
Level Up
Safomar
Marsh Insurance Brokers
Principaux dossiers
- Representing TAP Air Portugal in a class action filed against the airline in Israel concerning ticket refunds for flights that were cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Advising Moya Tours on various matters, including on the formation of the agency, the registration of the company, agreements with airlines, and ticketing agreements.
- Representing Level Up Limited and Level Up Leasing in a claim filed against TAR Ideal Services and Avnon Group in connection with a lease agreement for helicopters in Ivory Coast.
Leshem-Kipperman, Law Offices & Notary
Transport and insurance boutique Leshem-Kipperman, Law Offices & Notary impresses with its ability to leverage ‘decades of experience’. The group specialises in advising shipping and aviation companies on regulatory, contentious and commercial matters, including representation before various branches of the Israeli Government such as the Ministry of Transport. The team also acts for insurers in transport-related litigation. Name partners Moshe Leshem and Irit Leshem Kipperman co-head the practice.
Responsables de la pratique:
Moshe Leshem; Irit Leshem Kipperman
Les références
‘The law firm provides a unique service as a result of decades of experience, combined with speedy, but calculated, performance and professionalism.’
‘Both Moshe Leshem and Irit Leshem Kipperman provide a service that stems from their life-long work.’
Principaux clients
Maman Cargo Terminals and Handling
Ethiopian Airlines
Royal Jordanian Airlines
Georgian Airways
Clal Insurance Company
Migdal Insurance Company
Israel Airports Authority
Marsh Global Claims Practice
Aon Commercial Risk Solutions
M. Dizengoff P&I Representatives
Club Mediterranee
Europe Asia Pipeline Company
Harpaz P&I
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Royal Jordanian Airlines in major class actions.
- Representing Ethiopian Airlines in major class actions.
- Representing Maman Cargo Terminals and Handling in air cargo litigation.
Meitar law offices
Meitar Law Offices’ transport focus encompasses a wide range of aviation, rail and road matters. Underpinned by its experience in infrastructure projects and public tenders, the multidisciplinary group also handles regulatory issues, dispute resolution, and corporate and finance transactions. Among the partners active in this sector are Alon Gellert, who specialises in corporate, securities and regulatory work; and administrative law litigator Yankie Pfeffer.
Responsables de la pratique:
Alon Gellert; Yankie Pfeffer
Principaux clients
Volkswagen Group
AerCap
Korean Airlines
Global Knafaim Leasing
Knafaim Holdings
The project company – Highway 6 – North
Alstom/Electra/Dan
Dan Public Transporation
The Public Transportation Company Union of Israel
Port of Haifa
Kavim Public Transport
Tnufa Public Transportation
Challenge Airlines IL (CAL)
TESLA
Yutong Hongkong Limited and the Yutong Group
Israeli Drones Alliance
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Alstom, Electra and Dan Public Transportation on various matters relating to numerous public transport projects.
- Representing Dan Public Transportation in negotiations with the Israeli government, resulting in a comprehensive agreement lasting until 2030, covering payment rates and generated revenue from operated lines.
- Representing the Public Transportation Company Union of Israel (PTCU) in ongoing Knesset discussions and in the submission of a petition to the Supreme Court.
Salomon, Lipschütz & Co.
Exhibiting niche expertise in the public transport sector, Salomon, Lipschütz & Co. is positioning itself as a key adviser to bus companies in Israel, including Nateev Express Group, Kavim and Metropoline. The group is equipped to act on the full suite of legal matters, with its recent experience covering administrative law, litigation and commercial work, among other areas. Key name Amit Gur heads the administrative law, tenders and transportation departments.
Responsables de la pratique:
Amit Gur
Autres avocats clés:
Merav Arad Salomon
Les références
‘Salomon, Lipschütz possesses extensive expertise in the transport sector. It is well-acquainted with prominent individuals holding specific roles in the government’s transport department. Additionally, it is well-versed in the legal landscape and understands the dynamics of transport economics in Israel.’
‘The individuals I collaborate with at the law firm are truly exceptional in their approach. What sets them apart from others in the industry is their genuine and down-to-earth demeanour, making them not only great professionals but also pleasant individuals to converse with.’
Principaux clients
Haifa Port
The Forum of Private Public Transport Companies
Nateev Express Group
Cable Express, of the Nateev Express Group
Beit Shemesh Express, of the Nateev Express Group
Kavim
Electra Afikim Group (including Elctra Afikim Transportation 2021)
Metropoline
Union of Public Transportation Operators in East Jerusalem (Jerusalem Ramallah Bus Company, A. Tur Anata Buses, Center Buses, Mount Olives Bus Company, Shufat Bus Company, Esawya Shu’fat Buses, and South Buses Company)
Dan in the South, of the Dan Group
Cfir Light Rail
Superbus
Shiran Tours
Nazareth Transport & Tourism, of the Afifi Group
United Nazareth Bus Services, of the Afifi Group
Galeem Narkis Gal Transportation
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Haifa Port in its NIS4.1bn privatisation and also in its NIS117m claim against Ashdod Port.
- Advised the Forum of Private Public Transport Companies on various regulatory matters vis-à-vis the Ministry of Transport, including administrative petitions .
- Successful represented the Forum of Private Public Transport Companies in a petition against the State’s Comptroller and Ombudsman against its decision declaring all public transportation companies in Israel as ‘supervised bodies’, subject to State audit by the Ombudsman’s office.
Zemah Schneider & Partners
An increasingly dominant player in the automotive sphere, Zemah Schneider & Partners maintains a thriving transport practice that is sought after by Israeli car importers, including the Israeli Vehicle Importer’s Association. The team has a focus on regulatory matters, with an emphasis on the import, marketing and service of motor vehicles, but it also handles commercial and contentious work. Department head Ehood Schneider stands out for his ‘in-depth knowledge of the regulatory environment’.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ehood Schneider
Autres avocats clés:
Sigalit Ben Sasson
Les références
‘The field of transportation includes, beyond knowledge of the profession, also familiarity with the regulator. The firm has exceptional knowledge and professionalism in the field, in light of the fact it represents the Association of Automobile Importers in Israel and participated in accompanying legislative procedures.’
‘I highlight Sigalit Ben Sasson and Ehood Schneider, Both have many years of experience in the field, including in regulation as well as managing negotiations and handling distribution and franchise agreements.’
‘A very professional group, with fast response times.’
Principaux clients
Automotive Equipment (AEV) group
Union Motors
Geo Mobility
Union Industrial Vehicle
EV-Edge
Lex Motors
Champion Motors
Shlomo Motors
The Israeli Vehicle Importers Association
Nissan Motor Co.
REE Automotive
Metro Motor Marketing (1981)
Carasso Motors
Colmobil
Emcol
Auto Chen
B-EV Motors
Hamaagar B.N.C.
T.U.B. Advanced Transportation
Auto Deal – Car Sales 1997
Dalhom Motors
Pery Yeruham Automotive Company
Kidmah Forklift Rental
City Transformer
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Carasso Motors on the negotiation and drafting of a distribution agreement with Xiaopeng Motors and with premium sports brand, Alpine, from the Renault-Nissan group.
- Advised Geo Mobility on the negotiation and drafting of a distribution agreement with Zeekr.
- Advised EV-Edge on various matters, including on engagements with charging station manufacturers and importers, electric vehicle distributors, municipalities, and public transport operators, among others.
Firon Law Firm
Firon Law Firm’s transport work is closely aligned with its infrastructure offering, with the team primarily active in representing construction groups and transport companies in project tenders and development. The group also has significant experience in the aviation and public bus spheres. Real estate, infrastructure and project finance head, Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky, steers the practice.
Responsables de la pratique:
Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky; Ron Genat; Ilan Kremer
Les références
‘Its experience is spread over all aspects related to transportation projects, banking and finance, as well as projects, infrastructure and energy, which allows it to provide us with a very broad view and support. In addition, it has a strong business affiliation, and can handle tough negotiations.’
‘We work together on various infrastructure projects and construction projects, including not only the negotiations and the projects themselves but also various financing aspects. The partners we work with ensure that legal issues are identified and addressed in a proactive and strategic manner. ’
‘I work with Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky, who heads the real estate infrastructure and project finance department. She is highly skilled and deeply committed to providing personalized attention and support. She takes time to listen to our concerns, understand the goals and objectives, and develop strategies.’
Principaux clients
Skoda
CRTG (China Railway Tunnel Group)
Noy Fund
SuperBus
DHL
Carmelton Group
Ashtrom Group
Shapir Civil and Marine
El Al Israel Airlines
Swissport Israel
Israel Railways Company
Israel Air Line Pilots Association
Shlomo Transportation Group
Sky 360
CAF
Light TLV
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Light TLV, Shapir and CAF on the PFI project for the Purple Line of the light rail in Tel Aviv.
- Advising SuperBus on various transportation tenders.
- Advising a company involved in aviation and the development of cloud systems that offer digital solutions in the tourism industry on an agreement with Israir Airlines and Ista Tourism Company.
Gad Elbaz Law Office
Micro-boutique Gad Elbaz Law Office is distinguished by its exclusive focus on the aviation sector. The one-partner group is equipped to advise on regulatory, contentious and smaller transactional matters for a mix of private airlines, helicopter companies and high-net-worth individuals, among other clients. Gad Elbaz, who serves as co-chair of the Israeli Bar Association Aviation Committee, is highly regarded for his specialist industry expertise.
Responsables de la pratique:
Gad Elbaz
Principaux clients
Swiss Bar Aviation
Hagag Group and its controlling shareholder
Arzey Hanegev Initiation and Construction
Tamir Airways
Challenge Airlines Israel (formerly CAL Cargo Group)
Exclusair
Tango.me
GTE Airways Israel
Brook Air Special Solutions
Durstwell
Compilation of private high-net-worth clients
Aviation Bridge
Compilation of aviation-related litigation and regulatory investigations
A compilation of aviation related negligence cases
Iscar, of the IMC (International Metalworking Companies) Group
Aviair LLC
Life Sport Aviation
Elbit Systems
JM 1539
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Challenge Airlines Israel in enforcement proceedings initiated by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), which were successfully settled.
- Represented Tamir Airways in aircraft acquisitions totalling $6m, and in succeeding in a petition against the CAA for its refusal to extend a waiver, which resulted in the CAA implementing new regulations regarding commercial aircraft with foreign registration.
- Represented high-net-worth individuals in a string of transactions for the acquisition of private aircraft, including one helicopter.
Shibolet & Co.
Shibolet & Co.’s transport practice is now led jointly by construction head Sharon Adler and energy and infrastructure partner David Magriso. The group is particularly weighted towards transport projects, where it acts for construction groups, transport companies and public-sector entities, but it also has significant aviation expertise. Former department co-head David Sprecher left the firm in 2022.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sharon Adler; David Magriso
Les références
‘Sharon Adler excels in all his fields of practice. Technically proficient and extremely knowledgeable about the market, he is the lawyer you want by your side when doing business in Israel.’
Principaux clients
ARC Automotive
Hainan Airlines Holding Co
Pro Sky France
Montpellier Business School
Gullivair
Shapir Civil and Marine Engineering
Terranova Tourism Marketing & Consultancy
Aharoni Shai
Wopy
American Airlines
Cariad
Silib
GT GetTaxi Services Israel
Israel Railways
Cfir Light Rail
Mobike Technology Israel
El Al Israel Airlines
Israel Ports Developments & Assets Company
Arkia Israeli Airlines
Albar Leasing (R.Z)
General Motors
Rail Vision
Well Vintage
FlyLux Airlines
Royal Air Maroc
Fly Dubai – Dubai Aviation Corporation
Air Caraibes Atlantique
S7 Airlines
Regourd Aviation – Fly Amelia
Chakratec
ASL Airlines France
Ashdod Port Company
Menolead Herut Systems
Cobra Instalaciones y Servicios, Enclavamientos y Señalización Ferroviaria Enyse
Ayalon Highways
SEMI
YSB Group
Oron Group
Deutsche Bahn Engineering & Consulting
Danya Cebus
COMSA Unipersonal
Principaux dossiers
- Represented the EPC consortium (Danya Cebus, COMSA Unipersonal, Cobra Instalaciones y Servicios, and Enclavamientos y Señalización Ferroviaria Enyse) in its tender for the Haifa-Nazareth Light Rail Project.
- Represented El Al in negotiations with the Israeli Ministry of Finance to secure Covid 19-related state aid.
- Represented General Motors in a class action lawsuit relating to Takata airbag risks.