Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary’s hi-tech and venture capital practice is highly regarded for its expertise in handling complex fund formations and transactions. The team regularly advises several technology incubators and innovation labs in Israel, as well as clients from the real estate and infrastructure sectors. Led by fund formation specialists Maya Issacharov and Ian Rostowsky, the practice also features Stephen Rozen, known for his proficiency in establishing technology incubator funds to invest in start-ups, and Yonatan Altman, a technology sector expert whose broad practice includes fund formation, developing funding strategies, and advising on investment and business development strategies. Tal Tsarfati-Doron has left the firm.

FISCHER (FBC & Co.)’s investment funds team is regularly engaged by both domestic and international investment and venture capital funds for its expertise in the structuring, formation, and management of investment funds. The team is co-led by Raz Tepper, a transactions specialist in the technology sector, who frequently represents local and international venture capital funds in fund formation, mergers and acquisitions, securities law, and corporate finance. Co-head Eran Yaniv is known for advising prominent international and local funds, particularly on cross-border corporate transactions within the hi-tech and cybersecurity sectors. The team also includes Ron Lehmann, whose broad practice covers cross-border investment funds and corporate matters, and Ron Sitton, recognised for his expertise in private equity funds. Shmulik Fried, a venture capital funds specialist, focuses on fund formation and structuring, further strengthening the team’s capabilities.

Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co. is regularly engaged by major fund managers, investors, and high-net-worth individuals for its expertise in the structuring, formation, operation, and management of a wide range of funds, including venture capital, private equity, real estate, hedge, financial, and debt funds. The team also offers tax counselling related to the structuring, formation, and operation of investment funds. Practice head Ayal Shenhav is the key contact, routinely representing many of Israel’s leading venture capital and private equity funds in their formation, tax-efficient structuring, and operations. Oren Wolpin is particularly noted for his focus on real estate investment funds, while Layla Chertow advises on domestic and international investment fund transactions. Eli (Robert) Barasch specialises in venture capital and private equity funds, with a focus on China-Israel cross-border transactions. The team also includes Aviad Feldman, who focuses on the formation of hedge funds, real estate funds, and venture capital funds, as well as Eylon Szatmary, who is similarly experienced in these areas.

A deep roster of domestic and foreign investment funds operating in Israel, along with institutional and private investors, regularly seeks out Herzog Fox & Neeman’s investment funds team for its comprehensive expertise across the full spectrum of investment fund work. This includes fund formation, transactions, and the development of exit and liquidation strategies. Co-head Tal Dror Schwimmer is widely recognised for her prowess in fund structuring, formation, and fundraising, representing both institutional and private Israeli investors as well as foreign investment funds, while co-head Meir Linzen brings a focus on complex tax structuring for funds. The team also has significant expertise in the formation of feeder funds, an area where Michal Lavi excels, with a practice that spans the creation of various types of investment funds. Newly promoted partner Gal Sasson is also noted for her expertise in fund formation, providing comprehensive legal guidance to fund managers throughout the entire process. Associate Noa Merchav is another key contact for the formation of feeder funds to large global funds in the U.S. and Europe.

Meitar Law Offices routinely represents major Israeli institutional and non-institutional investors in their domestic and international fund investments and formations, covering a wide range of fund types including venture capital, private equity, secondary funds, hedge funds, debt, and real estate funds. Eldar Ben-Ruby, a specialist in investment funds and taxation, is a key contact, regularly representing many of Israel's leading venture capital, private equity, real estate, and hedge funds. Hodiya Schnider focuses on alternative investments and private investment funds, while Efrat Ziv is recognised for his expertise in venture capital and private equity transactions, as well as debt financing. Dan Shamgar, an expert in mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and investments, further strengthens the firm’s capabilities.

Boutique firm Raveh Haber & Co. specialises in private equity and taxation, with a strong focus on representing funds and managers in investment fund formation, feeder funds, exit strategies, and tax and regulatory matters. The firm is also well-versed in complex investment structures for international real estate transactions. The team is co-led by Gil Raveh, an expert in international tax law and real estate investments, and Miriam Haber, whose diverse practice covers hedge funds, private equity, infrastructure, and energy funds. Yuval Arad brings significant expertise in representing Israeli institutional investors in U.S. real estate ventures, while Rachel Arnin focuses on fund formation and private investment funds, further strengthening the firm’s offering in these areas. Chaim Tekuzener also comes recommended.

Shibolet & Co. advises a broad range of investment funds, fund sponsors, and managers across various investment strategies and asset classes. In addition to its expertise in venture capital funds, the team handles investments in real estate, debt, hedge funds, cryptocurrency, and digital assets. The practice is led by Orit Sternhell-Zaltzman, a key figure for high-technology companies seeking counsel on venture capital investments, equity and debt financing, and joint ventures. Ofer Ben-Yehuda‘s practice focuses on the technology sector, representing angel investors, incubators, accelerators, and joint ventures. In July 2024, Aviram Grumer joined the team from Vinograd & Co, further enhancing the firm’s expertise in private investment funds, including hedge funds, credit funds, fund of funds, feeder funds, single-asset funds, and multi-portfolio funds.

Arnon, Tadmor-Levy boasts significant expertise in the investment fund sector, with a team led by Yarom Romem and Ram Spektor who routinely represent institutional investors in private investment funds across various asset classes, including venture and growth capital, private equity, real estate, credit, and hedge funds. Spektor frequently handles fund formations in sectors such as real estate, infrastructure, fintech, and high-tech, while Romem is known for advising on venture capital and private equity funds. Corporate law expert Yulia Lazbin advises both Israeli and foreign venture capital and private equity funds on their investment activities, while associate Yaniv Chajmovic regularly serves as counsel to major funds and investors regarding the formation of, and investments in, venture capital, private equity, and other funds.

Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co. advises a wide range of institutional investors, including investment houses, insurance companies, and private equity, venture capital, and hedge funds, on complex fund structuring and formation. Practice head Roy Engel is renowned for his expertise in fund formation and investment management, frequently representing funds in mergers and acquisitions. Regulatory expert Zvi Gabbay provides guidance to various funds on compliance and regulatory matters, while Yuval Lazi has extensive experience in representing both venture capital and private equity funds in their investment activities.

Gornitzky & Co.’s team provides comprehensive advice to heavily regulated pension funds, insurance companies, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices on their investments in top-tier investment funds. The team assists clients with regulatory and tax-related matters, securities law, and corporate governance. Co-head Eyal Raz is a key figure in fund formation, representing venture capital and other investment fund founders in Israel and abroad across all aspects of fund establishment. Co-head Gila Ponte-Shlush brings additional expertise in fund formation and fundraising processes, with a focus on the regulatory framework for banking and non-banking financial institutions investing in various fund types. The team also includes Amit Ron, who specialises in the formation and representation of investment funds and alternative investment vehicles.

A range of angel investors, venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and technology companies regularly turn to Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz for comprehensive advice on financing transactions, including fund structuring, formation, and taxation and regulatory matters related to alternative investment funds. The team is led by Atir Jaffe, a specialist in high-tech, venture capital, and private equity, who provides notable advice to clients in the technology sector. Inbar Friedman is recognised for her expertise in venture capital and private equity funds, offering comprehensive legal counsel on fund formation, mergers and acquisitions, and joint ventures. Yael Shimon-Many's broad practice covers venture capital investments, private debt and equity offerings, as well as strategic investments.

Vinograd & Co is recognised for its expertise in advising on the structuring of open-ended funds that invest in unique non-traded assets, as well as a variety of hedge, feeder, and investment funds. Led by Ronen Vinograd, the team regularly advises clients on debt funds, real estate funds, P2P funds, and family wealth funds. Sharon Friedman, head of the firm’s capital markets and institutional regulation practice, is noted for her work on fund structuring and regulatory matters, while hedge fund expert Shy Tzvia is also active in establishing various types of investment funds, both in Israel and internationally. Aviram Grumer departed the firm in May 2024.

Arnon Segev & Co.‘s investments and private equity practice assists leading financial institutions with negotiations, agreements, and funding commitments related to fund formations. The firm routinely advises on equity and debt capital markets investments. Practice head Nira Bahat is a key contact, known for her expertise in the structuring, fundraising, and formation of funds.

With considerable expertise in venture lending funds, Krispin Rubinstein Blecher Law Offices is regularly trusted by both Israeli and international investors, including funds of funds, private equity and venture capital funds, family offices, and private investors. The team is co-led by venture debt expert Emmanuel Kadouch, who is noted for his work with venture debt funds in the Israeli tech sector, and Avrumi Monderer, whose broad practice covers venture capital funds, cross-border transactions, and corporate investments. Recently promoted to partner, Dafna Shoham is also recognised for her expertise in fund formation.

Lipa Meir & Co’s investment funds department handles the formation, structuring, and management of various types of funds, including private equity, venture capital, and debt funds. The team regularly represents entrepreneurs, pension and provident funds, universities, and private investors. Practice co-head Ziv Preis is a key contact, known for his expertise in fund formation, mergers and acquisitions, high-tech, and corporate matters. Fellow co-head Gary Copelovitz advises Israeli and foreign venture capital and private equity funds on fund formation and the execution of investment strategies.

Firon Law Firm‘s investment practice provides legal counsel to a diverse group of Israeli and international venture capital funds, hi-tech incubators, and private investors. The team is especially noted for its expertise in mutual funds, with co-head Oded Ofek serving as a primary contact for numerous fund managers, portfolio managers, and investment advisors. In addition to Ofek, M&A and commercial law specialist Jacob Sarov frequently advises on complex investment projects, joint ventures, and the formation of partnerships and international investment structures. Since January 2024, Yariv Kesner, formerly of Kresner Nov & Co, has joined the leadership team alongside Ofek and Sarov. Kesner brings a focus on technology-driven ventures, representing startups, established tech companies, as well as investors, board members, and senior management teams.