Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM)’s banking and finance team is a go-to choice for a wide range of leading financial institutions and sponsors, including domestic and international banks, alternative lenders, and borrowers, offering expertise across the full spectrum of advisory, regulatory, dispute, and transactional matters. Amnon Epstein leads the team and frequently advises insurance and investment companies, alongside borrowers from the energy, infrastructure, real estate, and hospitality sectors. Erez Gurion and Eran Mizrahi are highly regarded for their expertise in real estate project finance, regularly assisting both real estate developers and financing entities. Equally notable in real estate finance is Itamar Lev, who was promoted to partner in January 2024, while Jeremy Seeff is a key contact for project finance, leveraged buyout financings, and debt transactions.

FISCHER (FBC & Co.) routinely advises major banks, institutional investors, as well as non-bank lenders and borrowers across a wide range of financing transactions and regulatory matters. Practice head Miri Kimhi is the go-to choice for large banking corporations and institutional investors, regularly handling acquisition and corporate financing, as well as complex asset and real estate financing projects. Debt transactions specialist Orit Israeli is highly experienced in complex collateral, guarantees, and financing transactions, while Dikla Lavy-Fischer also advises on debt financing arrangements and complex secured debt transactions.

Gornitzky & Co. has significant expertise in cross-border finance transactions, handling both outbound export finance and inbound financings. The firm acts for all six of Israel’s largest banks, as well as a wide range of non-bank institutional lenders and borrowers, advising on transactional and regulatory banking and finance matters. These include acquisition finance, margin loans, real estate financings, export finance, and credit risk mitigation. Practice head Eli Elya frequently oversees domestic and cross-border transactions involving secured bilateral and syndicated loans, acquisition finance, real estate and asset finance. Inbal Badner and Idan Baki are also well-versed in these areas, while Dubi Gross is recognised for his expertise in cross-border inbound secured financings. Ori Yitzhak specialises in credit transactions and regulatory matters. Additional key contacts include financial regulation expert Elite Elkon and Hana Atias, who focuses on secured syndicated loans, real estate, and project financing.

Led by financial transactions and regulation specialist Irit Roth and cross-border transactions and acquisition finance expert Roy Nachimzon, Herzog Fox & Neeman’s banking and finance practice is a go-to adviser for both foreign and domestic banks, institutional investors, private equity funds, and corporate borrowers. The team regularly handles complex acquisition finance, commercial loans, and restructurings. Their expertise extends to securities finance transactions, loan portfolio sales, and both synthetic and cash securitisations. With a strong focus on cross-border transactions, Alan Sacks is particularly noted for his regulatory and licensing expertise. Natalie Jacobs is a key contact for securities finance transactions, while Ben Kanter is highly regarded for his specialisation in aviation finance, transfers, and registrations. Other standout practitioners include Esti Hadar, who handles lending transactions, securitisations, debt portfolio sales, capital relief transactions, and derivatives work.

Major international and Israeli banks, as well as non-financial institutions and credit card companies, regularly turn to Meitar Law Offices for its expertise in handling a wide range of financial transactions. These include loan syndications, debt arrangements, securitisations, and the purchase and sale of large credit portfolios. Co-head Judith Gal-Or is a key contact, assisting banking and financial institutions with complex financing transactions and regulatory issues. She leads the practice alongside Eyal Dotan, a banking and financial regulation expert, and Gal Feingold, known for his work in commercial loan agreements and project finance. Nathalie Yael Alalouf also specialises in commercial loans and project finance.

S. Horowitz & Co’s banking and finance litigation practice represents major banks and financial institutions both in Israel and internationally, regularly advising on complex project and acquisition finance matters. These include export credit financings, leveraged financings, and cross-border financings involving credit risk instruments. Clifford Davis is a key contact in these areas, leading the practice alongside Anthony Bloch, whose expertise includes syndicated and non-syndicated loans, as well as acquisition finance. Michelle Liberman is also noted for her proficiency in advising lenders on syndicated and non-syndicated financings, as well as corporate borrowers on domestic and cross-border acquisition financing.

In addition to its strong expertise in the banking infrastructure sector, Agmon with Tulchinsky Law Firm is highly regarded for representing leading banks, insurance companies, and financial institutions in complex financing transactions. The practice is led by Yona Goshen-Gottstein, a specialist in financial and regulatory matters, who regularly advises both lenders and borrowers on major acquisition and project financings. Dan Hacohen brings extensive expertise in project finance within the energy sector, while Itamar Shimonovitz advises banking institutions, commercial entities, and institutional clients on both transactional and regulatory issues.

In addition to its expertise in advising major Israeli and international banks, Arnon, Tadmor-Levy is frequently engaged by insurance and pension fund groups, as well as non-bank financial entities, on complex, often cross-border financing transactions and regulatory issues. The team also has significant experience in the Israeli credit card sector, where credit card expert Aviad Lachmanovich serves as a key contact. Simon Weintraub is highly regarded for his knowledge of venture lending, while Yuval Shalheveth is noted for his expertise in banking and financial services regulation. Shiri Shaham‘s practice covers both financing transactions and regulatory matters, and Amir Scharf is a key contact for capital markets and securities law.

Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano & Co demonstrates notable expertise in corporate and transaction financing, with a particular focus on cross-border matters within the real estate sector. The team advises a mix of Israeli and international lenders and borrowers, while also providing counsel on financial and banking regulation. Doni Toledano is a key figure, frequently representing both domestic and global corporations in a wide range of debt and equity financing transactions. He co-heads the practice alongside Dan Sella, who is recognised for his skill in complex, cross-border finance transactions, and Roy Gross, known for his expertise in corporate and real estate financing. Dalia Tal is also highly regarded for her work on regulatory licenses, corporate governance, and compliance.

Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co. advises all five of Israel’s largest banks, alongside a diverse range of credit enhancers, borrowers, and non-bank financial entities, on complex banking and finance matters. The team handles a broad scope of cross-border finance transactions, including corporate finance, acquisition finance, project finance, refinancing, and regulatory compliance. Financial regulation expert Ofer Hanoh, who regularly advises on large-scale financing agreements, co-leads the team with Ariel Rosenberg, whose practice spans regulatory issues, international transactions, and financial derivatives. The team also includes corporate and securities law specialist Yigal Binyamini, and Ido Amir, an expert in digital banking, financial products, and payment systems. Roy Reiss provides additional expertise in capital markets and financial regulation.

Shibolet & Co.‘s banking and finance practice is known for its strong expertise in credit insurance and financial regulation, and frequently advises banks, financial institutions, and insurance companies from both Israel and abroad on complex financing transactions and lending matters. This includes tech lending, fund finance, commercial loans, and regulatory compliance. The team is led by cross-border financing expert Alon Ziv, with credit insurance specialist Nilly Alshech Raviv and Gadi Ouzan, who is particularly noted for his work in venture capital financings, adding further depth to the practice.

Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary is regarded for its expertise in representing banks, alternative lenders, and borrowers in complex banking litigation and real estate financing matters. The firm has a particular focus on the financing of real estate, energy, and infrastructure projects. Ori Avigad, head of the urban renewal department, is a key contact for these sectors. Sharon Lubezky Hess specialises in banking litigation and regulatory advisory, alongside Shahar Haron, who is also well-versed in these areas. Yoav Etzyon focuses on venture capital investments, while newly promoted partner Yaniv Holzman is particularly active in banking and financial services litigation.

Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co. routinely represents major Israeli and international banks, insurance companies, and non-bank financial institutions in a variety of financing transactions. The team has notable expertise in real estate, infrastructure, and project finance. In these sectors, David (Dudi) Cohen is a key contact. He co-heads the team alongside Terry Almozlino Arnon, who is well-regarded for her skill in handling complex real estate financing projects, and Misha Gitterman, whose diverse practice covers acquisition finance and corporate restructuring for both local and international financial institutions and funds. The team also includes Anat Even-Chen, who brings significant regulatory expertise, advising clients on licensing, financial regulation, and banking permits, and associate Michal Koren, noted for her knowledge of the regulation of financial entities.

Lipa Meir & Co’s banking and finance practice is distinguished by its strong expertise in credit facilities, project financing, and real estate finance. The firm advises a broad spectrum of clients, including major banks, insurance groups, and credit card companies, on complex transactions. The team is led by real estate finance expert Yariv Shalom and includes Yoni Shtinmatz, whose wide-ranging practice encompasses finance transactions, investments, syndications, and banking regulations.

Firon Law Firm advises a range of prominent Israeli and international banking and financial institutions, insurance companies, investment houses, as well as borrowers and credit seekers on complex banking and financing transactions. The firm has significant expertise in infrastructure and real estate projects, with practice co-head Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky regularly assisting clients in navigating intricate finance deals with banks and other financial institutions. The other co-head Oded Ofek frequently represents investment firms, financial services providers, and institutional entities in capital markets transactions, while Ronen Maor is also recognised for his specialisation in real estate project financing, representing some of Israel’s largest institutional investors in loan and credit transactions for companies and developers.

In addition to its expertise in banking regulation and corporate banking governance, Weksler, Bregman & Co., Advocates also routinely handles complex financing and credit transactions and litigation matters. The firm’s banking and finance department is led by Ora Dvir, a specialist in banking regulation and transactions, and supported by real estate finance expert Avi Ben-Yaacov. Ofer Yankovich and Sharon Drori Wichelevski are recognised for their deep knowledge of capital markets and securities law, while Eran Shuster brings valuable insight into banking regulation, investment transactions, and asset financing.

Yehuda Raveh & Co.’s banking and finance team provides strategic counsel to both domestic and international banking institutions on project financing, transactions, compliance, and regulatory issues. The firm is highly experienced in managing complex real estate and infrastructure projects, with a particular focus on the energy sector. The practice is co-led by Lisa Tross, recognised for her expertise in real estate development and construction, and Ron Vered, an authority on project finance and infrastructure matters. Ezra Baris further strengthens the team with his specialisation in energy sector project finance transactions.

AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co assists both domestic and international banks and institutional entities in financing transactions across the fields of construction, infrastructure, energy, defence, and transport. Practice co-head Assaf Lapid is noted for his expertise in complex financing transactions in the real estate, industry, and transportation sectors, while the other co-head Yoav Caspi focuses on high-tech and venture capital investments. Shlomi Bardugo routinely handles large-scale financing transactions with banks, financial institutions, and institutional investors, including complex financing of land acquisitions and construction projects.

Krispin Rubinstein Blecher Law Offices has notable expertise in venture lending, regularly advising clients on complex venture loan transactions and financing deals, including large-scale infrastructure project financings. The firm also provides counsel on banking regulation matters, with Noga Rubinstein, an expert in banking and financial regulation, serving as a key contact. She co-leads the team alongside venture debt specialist Emmanuel Kadouch and Avrumi Monderer, whose broad practice covers cross-border transactions, corporate investments, international joint ventures, and M&A transactions.

Yigal Borochovsky & Co. has a core focus on banking regulatory matters and compliance. Clients include banks and mortgage brokers. Yigal Borochovsky, Eliran Gomel and Aviad Nadir are the names to note.