Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co. is particularly well regarded for its claims handling practice and its knowledge of financial investments for insurance companies; it provides a wealth of services across all areas of the market. Cyber insurance, D&O cover, professional liability matters, and property insurance are just a few of its specialist areas of expertise. The multi-disciplinary practice brings together a wealth of expertise in practice heads Rami Sofer, who leads the corporate, finance, and infrastructure group; head of insurance and risk management Dafna Lotan; lead corporate, administrative, and class action litigation partner Hagit Blaiberg; and Ehud Alfassi, who is head of the insurance, pension, and savings funds team. Sofer and Alfassi recently assisted a US-based insurance company with the $600m sale of local elements of its global travel insurance business.

Gross, Orad, Schlimoff & Co. is widely regarded as one of the best insurance law firms in Israel by both peers and clients. As well as acting for all of Israel’s leading insurance companies, it is also a go-to firm for international reinsurers. Covering matters of financial institutions insurance, D&O liability, cyber insurance, bankers blanket bonds claims, professional indemnity, aviation cover, jewellers block, product liability, and much more, the firm is recommended for its ‘experience’ and ‘the highest level of commitment’. Among its standout partners are Sigal Schlimoff-Rechtman, who is ‘maybe the most powerful figure in the legal insurance industry’, and routinely handles complex insurance and reinsurance law; complex financial insurance specialist Harry Orad; insurance and aviation industry expert Omer Shalev; and D&O adviser Noya Yulish.

Kennedys is the only global law firm with a local presence that advises on Israeli insurance law. Furthermore, the firm is consistently involved in market-leading matters, including high-value disputes concerning property damage, subrogation claims, D&O claims, and a wide variety of class actions. The firm recently acted for Israel’s four leading healthcare providers in claims concerning birth defects, bulk claims, and much more. Head of insurance Zvika Zelichov (who is ‘commercially astute with a background of sound legal expertise’) and head of medical malpractice Chaim Zelichov are ‘well known and liked in the London insurance market’. Inbal Atias-Mazor stands out for medical negligence and personal injury cases. ‘Their legal capabilities and knowledge are exceptional’, according to clients.

Levitan, Sharon & Co has the largest specialist insurance practice in Israel, and it is present in every corner of the market thanks to its deep bench of experienced partners. Among the standout practitioners are Peggy Sharon for litigation and product liability matters; Tammy Greenberg for class actions and regulatory issues; Sharon Shefer for property damage and business interruption; Addy Margalit, who handles professional liability matters for high-tech companies; and aviation and reinsurance specialist Keren Marco. Karin Barel focuses on jewellers’ block and fine art insurance, while Aviv Klepner stands out for professional indemnity advice and class actions. Before founding the firm, senior partner Rachel Levitan was the legal advisor to the Israel’s largest insurance company.

Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. is one of the few full-service firms to have a well-developed tort and insurance litigation practice. Clients praise the ‘exemplary professionalism and conduct’ of the group led by Gil Atar and Tamar Arad Kareth, both of whom are vastly experienced litigators. Atar and Shay Cohen recently acted for a major industrial control company in a $100m case brought by a client and its insurer alleging negligence in the manufacturing and installation processes, which purportedly led to a fire. Neta Heichal-Yassur, who handles insurance claims spanning property and liability, aviation law cases, and class actions, also plays a pivotal role in the practice. The firm also provides corporate support and regulatory advice.

S. Horowitz & Co has a diverse client roster in the insurance industry, including major domestic and international insurers, Lloyd’s underwriters, HMOs, brokers, and syndicates. Highly regarded for its work in insurance disputes, it is also a key player in M&A transactions in the sector, as well as providing in-depth advice on corporate restructuring and regulatory matters. Avi Ordo and Ehud Arzi now jointly lead the practice following the passing of renowned litigator Alex Hertman in early 2024. Both Oreo and Arzi are acknowledged as strong commercial and insurance law litigators. Ordo recently defended a major international insurer in a NIS360m case arising from a huge fire at a factory in 2015. Moran Katz and Gilad Gafni are emerging litigation talents.

Arnon, Tadmor-Levy is a key adviser to all of the major domestic insurance companies, who seek out its advice on class action and derivative litigation, regulation, and financial matters. Its lawyers frequently appear before all the Supreme Court and the High Court of Justice, as well as handling dealings with the Capital Market, Insurance and Savings Authority. ‘Extraordinary litigator’ Barak Tal and issuance regulation specialist Ido Chitman lead the practice, in which Ortal Zanzuri is recommended for class actions involving insurance and consumer laws. Zanzuri has ‘a methodical and detail-oriented approach to legal problem-solving, ensuring precision and compliance at every step’.

Balter, Guth, Aloni & Co is highly regarded for its knowledge of torts and insurance law, and it is active in contentious matters in many niches within the sector. Its work spans D&O disputes, professional liability matters, work accidents, road accidents, product liability cases, aviation insurance claims, defamation cases, personal injury, property damage, and much more. Hanan Doron, who co-leads the group with Ehud Guth and Shlomo Steiner, is an acknowledged expert in complex litigation and class actions, as well as torts including professional negligence, products liability, and medical malpractice. Doron and Steiner recently advised a major health insurer on a NIS9m claim for damage to residential buildings in Nes Ziona.

Firon Law Firm is particularly adept in insurance litigation, including major class actions, and it also handles a range of regulatory and transactional matters. Additionally, it assists insurers with complex financing and investment matters. Practice head Yossi Halevy is highly regarded by peers for his vast experience as legal counsel to the Israel’s main insurers and main industry associations. Founding partner Zvi Firon also plays a key role in the practice, and he recently assisted a major domestic insurer with a NIS26m case concerning alleged breach of duty by not informing policyholders of their ability to update age or driving history during the term of auto insurance policies.

At Granot Speiser Law Office, insurance is a core practice area. Lead partner Shai Granot oversees a team of ‘super-professional and talented lawyers’ who frequently act for some of Israel’s largest insurance companies, as well as international insurers. Their work includes both contentious and advisory matters, which includes assisting underwriters with liability claims and court proceedings. Sagi Sakian is an emerging talent in civil and commercial litigation, particularly in matters of insurance law. He recently worked with Granot to assist a major local insurer with a $200m matter concerning the alleged illegal burial of waste in the Jordan Valley area.

Herzog Fox & Neeman has ‘a team of professional lawyers who are dedicated to providing top-notch service’. In the insurance sector, it is best known for its advice on regulation and investment activities. Regulatory expert Neta Dorfman-Raviv leads a multi-disciplinary group that has ‘the ability to think outside the box and deliver effective results’. She recently assisted Israel’s largest credit card company with its entry into the insurance market. Ayelet Regavim-Kahanov focuses on advising financial institutions and money managers on regulatory matters, including insurance activities and investments.

Lipa Meir & Co has a diverse insurance offering that is highly regarded in various market niches, a prime example being its work for cooperative societies, notably the Kibbutzim-owned Bituach Haklai Insurance Agency. The firm also has a strong client roster in the healthcare insurance sector, as it acts for the world’s second largest HMO. Recent work for this client includes a major acquisition and guidance on travel insurance policies. Corporate partner Gad Azor co-leads the practice with real estate and finance specialist Yariv Shalom. Corporate and technology partner Gary Copelovitz also plays a significant role in the practice.

Gilad Berman Law Office frequently acts for both insurers and insured entities, notably in transport-related matters. Lead partner Gilad Berman focuses on civil litigation involving insurance law, torts, maritime transport, and aviation law, as well as real estate, corporate disputes, and international law. Managing partner Orna Berman has extensive in-house experience in domestic insurance companies. ‘This firm is both very friendly and accessible as well as knowledgeable’, according to clients, who value the firm’s input on contentious matters, policy negotiation, and claims.

Gornitzky & Co. handles work for five of the largest insurance companies in Israel, notably in class actions, finance matters, and M&A transactions, as well as assisting with regulatory and tax issues. Experienced litigator Harel Shaham leads the firm’s insurance work. He recently worked with firm chairman Pinhas Rubin to defend a series of class actions against large domestic insurers concerning allegations of the unlawful collection of funds from insured members; a recent Supreme Court decision found in favour of the insurers.