Following its merger with Gross & Co. in January 2023, Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co. continues to consolidate its position as ‘one of the top international arbitration teams in Israel’. Counting domestic and international companies, senior executives, shareholders and public entities among its key roster of clients, the practice boasts a strong track record in handling high-profile cases under all major rues, including ICC, LCIA and ICSID, in addition to ad hoc proceedings. ‘Experienced’ Zvi Bar-Nathan leads the team and remains a key contact for public figures and multinational companies in international arbitrations. Daphna Kapeliuk is praised for her ‘superb expertise in Israeli arbitration and impressive understanding of international arbitration’.

The ‘top-notch international arbitration team’ at Gornitzky & Co. is regularly engaged by international clients on arbitration cases, including interim applications to the Israeli courts, with additional experience in enforcement cases of both arbitration awards and court judgements. Practice leader Eli Cohen is an ‘experienced and sharp litigator’, who handles high-stakes energy, construction and infrastructure disputes, while Nuna Lerner is praised as an ‘an outstanding lawyer with excellent technical skills’. Nir Keidar represents clients in proceedings under the rules of various arbitral bodies, as well as in ad-hoc proceedings, and Shai Sharvit is commended as ‘a star in international arbitration’. ‘Calm and collected’ associate Myriam Feinberg is another key contact in the group.

The ‘professional, committed and dedicated’ team at AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co continues to showcase its capability in multi-jurisdictional arbitrations, with experience in cases under major rules, including ICC, WIPO and SCAI. The team, which is also noted for its expertise in mediation proceedings, is led by ‘creative and goal-oriented professional’ Gidon Even-Or, who represents multinational corporations and high-net-worth individuals in international arbitration cases. One of the firm’s founding partners and managing partner Ram Jeanne is another key contact in the group.

Housing ‘an outstanding team with brilliant lawyers’, Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano & Co acts for domestic and international corporations in cross-border disputes, with experience in ICC, LCIA and ad-hoc arbitrations. Founding partner Giora Erdinast leads the team alongside Ran Sprinzak, who handles large-scale commercial arbitrations, Tomer Weissman, who acts as a key contact to the firm’s international client roster, and Yuval Naim, who is praised as ‘an exceptionally skilled, always on point and friendly professional’. Senior associate John Alkalak is another key contact in the group.

Housing a team of ‘the best gladiators’, Firon Law Firm ‘blends its experience and strategic shrewdness with a down-to-earth pragmatism and approachability’ when handling multi-jurisdictional arbitrations and mediation proceedings. With expertise in cases under major rules, including ICC and LCIA, the practice counts domestic and international corporations and entrepreneurs among its clients. Jacob Enoch leads the team; his ‘vast experience, both as an advocate and as an arbitrator, is invaluable’ to clients.

FISCHER (FBC & Co.) has a strong track record in high-stakes mediation proceedings, with notable experience in acting for domestic and international clients in commercial arbitration cases. Commended as ‘a talented litigator and effective mediator’, Reuven Behar ‘stands out for his experience’ and regularly acts for foreign corporations and Israeli companies. Behar jointly leads the team alongside Gil Orion, while ‘thorough, smart and innovative’ Tamar Turjeman-Kedem is another key contact in the group.

Counting domestic and international corporations among its key roster of clients, Meitar Law Offices provides representation in local and international arbitration proceedings, with experience in cases under all major rules, including ICC, LCIA and the Swiss Arbitration Centre. Praised for his ‘deep industry knowledge, curiosity and astute commercial judgement’, Or Baron Gil leads the team and is a member of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, while ‘fair, practical, and extremely knowledgeable’, Israel Leshem maintains a strong record in commercial arbitrations. Other key contacts in the group include Eyal Rosovsky and Asaf Niemoj.

S. Horowitz & Co acts for domestic and multinational corporations, financial institutions and high-net-worth individuals in international arbitration cases, spanning ICC, LCIA and ad-hoc arbitrations, with additional experience in mediation proceedings. Alex Hertman leads the team and maintains a strong track record in multi-jurisdictional commercial and finance cases, including international arbitrations, while Uriel Prinz has experience across the construction, engineering, energy and infrastructure sectors. Other key contacts in the group include Noam Zamir and Marina Roizer.

Counting government agencies, multinational corporations, banks and high-net-worth individuals among its client roster, Asserson Law Offices’ ‘unique practice’ is well versed in LCIA and ICC arbitrations involving Israeli-connected parties. Headquartered in London, the team is led by ‘highly capable’ Baruch Baigel, who maintains a track record in cross-border cases, while Shimon Goldwater ‘leaves lawyers on the other side scratching their heads’ in public law disputes. Other key contacts in the group include Yisrael Hiller and senior associate Lynn Yin.

Regularly instructed by entities in the healthcare, construction, transport, energy and infrastructure sectors, Epstein Rosenblum Maoz (ERM) acts for domestic and international corporations and high-net-worth individuals in international arbitration cases and mediation proceedings. Gideon Weinbaum leads the team and acts for multinational corporates in cross-border cases, and Amnon Epstein is another key contact in the group.

Noted for its experience in mediation proceedings, the team at Herzog Fox & Neeman has demonstrable capability in representing domestic and multinational clients in international arbitration cases. Class actions expert Joseph Ashkenazi leads the practice and acts for clients in mediation proceedings, with experience in ICC arbitrations. Key clients include Meta, Mitsubishi Motors and Airbnb, to name a few.

Praised as ‘a beacon in mediation and international arbitration’, Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. is noted for its expertise across the energy and infrastructure, construction, retail and insurance sectors, with demonstrable experience in ICC arbitrations. Yoav Razin, who ‘seamlessly blends vast expertise with a personable demeanour’, leads the team, while Amit Mor acts for domestic banks and insurance companies in mediation proceedings. Other key contacts in the group include Ram Pardes, who ‘melds an all-encompassing understanding of international arbitration with the agility and promptness crucial in mediation processes’, and Orr Amsel.

Weiss, Porat & Co  counts domestic and foreign corporations, particularly Asia-based companies, among its roster of key clients, and is well-placed to handle ICC arbitration cases and mediation proceedings. Zeev Weiss leads the team and represents clients in East Asia in cross-border arbitration cases. Other key contacts in the group include Arie Reich and Eylam Weiss.