Firms To Watch: Tax

Ampeli Tax Law Office, headed by Meori Ampeli, is regularly active in international and cross-border mandates, with experience acting across Europe, Asia, and the US.
Anat Shavit leads the team at ShaviTaxLawyers, having established the group in August 2024 after leaving FISCHER (FBC & Co.), where she co-led the department.

Tax in Israel

FISCHER (FBC & Co.)

FISCHER (FBC & Co.) fields a large team of tax professionals, active for a client base of prominent domestic and international groups facing highly complex tax matters. The group advises on transactions and regulatory matters, as well as disputes with the Israeli Tax Authority. Noa Lev Goldstein leads the department, and contributes a wealth of experience in both contentious and non-contentious tax mandates. Yaron Mehulal’s practice includes advising high net worth individuals, while Yuval Peled is noted for his international tax expertise, and Ofir Nahum Fartuk specialises in real estate tax. Adam Kadesh is a key name, with a broad tax practice.

Praxisleiter:

Noa Lev Goldstein


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Yaron Mehulal; Sagit Avital Assaf; Ofir Fartuk, Yuval Peled; Jonathan Shtang; Adam Kadesh


Referenzen

‘Very knowledgeable team lead by Noa Lev Goldstein, who is both a lawyer and CPA. They are always available, and there is great teamwork between clients and the firm.’

‘The professionalism of the team is excellent, they adapt themselves to your needs with solutions and unique thinking “out of the box”. The collaboration with my advisers is excellent and fluent.’

‘It is a great pleasure working with Ofir Partuk and Jonathan Shtang. Both are top professionals with unique thinking.’

Kernmandanten

Medtronic Ventor Technologies


Clal Industries Ltd.


Given Imaging Ltd.


Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.


Mobileye B.V.


Israel Ports Development & Assets Company (IPC)


Novolog Ltd.


Coinbase


Spire Capital Ltd.


Pen-Link Ltd.


Tidhar Group Ltd.


Julius Bär Group AG


Tidhar Rothschild Ltd. (Tidhar Group)


Lime Network Ltd.


MetaliconeTechnologiesLtd.


Dentsu Aegis Network Israel Ltd. (Part of “Dentsu international”)


Tower Semiconductors Inc.


Y.G.M investments Ltd.


The Israeli Teachers’ and Kindergarten Study Funds


Celsius Network, LLC


Sumitomo Corporation


Mekorot Water Company Ltd.


Codere Online Luxembourg S.A.


Individual shareholders of Beit Hosen Ltd.


Amit Women Foundation


PeproTech Inc. shareholders


Y-Box Real Estate Ltd.


Plasel Ltd.


Amram Avraham Group


Hagag Europe Development Z.F. Ltd.


BioEye Ltd.


M.G.S Sport Trading Ltd.


MyTown Group


Goldman Sachs Group, Inc


IDE Technologies Ltd.


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented Medtronic Ventor Technologies in an appeal filed to the Supreme Court of Israel regarding an assessment issued by the Israel Tax Authority, according to which the company is to be deemed as selling all its FAR (Functions, Assets and Risks), to its parent company Medtronic Inc., for a deemed consideration of over NIS 1bn.
  • Represented inheritors of a confidential individual in an appeal to the Supreme Court involving three different parties: our clients; a third party; and the ITA.
  • Representated Lime Network Ltd. In an appeal against the ITA related to a dispute whether imports conducted by the company are subject to taxation in Israel.

Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.

Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.‘s growing team demonstrates increased strength in the field of tax litigation, supplementing core non-contentious aptitude, which covers areas such as import and export law, private client services, and international trade law. Managing partner Tal Atsmon co-leads the group alongside Yaron Sever, Oren Biran, and Gill Nadel. Liat Faig-Neuwirth leads on VAT and property tax, and is supported by real estate specialist Elisha Kesner. Also key are international tax specialist Moti Balilti, income tax and VAT expert Shay Fahima, and Inbal Faibish Wassmer, who provides support from the firm’s Zurich branch.

Praxisleiter:

Tal Atsmon; Yaron Sever; Oren Biran; Gil Nadel


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Liat Graber; Elisha Kesner; Liraz Tubul; Liat Faig-Neuwirth; Inbal Faibish Wassmer; Moti Balilti; Shay Fahima


Referenzen

‘In relation to VAT, GGS is extremely well-connected with direct access to leaders and decision makers within the Israeli Tax Authorities. This allows to avoid wasting time being bounced from office to office and speedy resolutions.’

‘I highly recommend this team for their seamless integration between the Tel Aviv and Zurich offices. Their collaboration is exemplary, ensuring both efficiency and technical cross-border expertise.’

‘I recommend Inbal Faibish Wassmer for her outstanding technical skills and deep understanding of complex issues. She has an exceptional ability to not only grasp problems quickly but also to find effective and solutions.’

Kernmandanten

eBay Inc.


AIG Inc.


UBS AG


The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.


Credit Suisse


Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.


Cisco Systems Inc.


Dell EMC Corporation


Bank Hapoalim B.M.


Arison Group


Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.


Playtika


Insight Partners


Temasek Holdings Private Limited


YL Ventures


Canada Israel Group


Landa Labs (2012) Ltd.


IPC Jerusalem Ltd.


Babcock Power Inc.


Otonomo Technologies Ltd.


Accelmed Growth Partners


ACUM


Operator Partners


Alpha Wave Ventures


TLV Partners IV LP


Flytrex Aviation ltd.


Zscaler Inc (NASDAQ)


Cato Networks Ltd.


ION Acquisition Corp. 1 Ltd. (NYSE: IACA)


REE Automotive Ltd.


Pagaya Technologies Ltd.


MyHeritage Ltd.


Itamar Medical Ltd. (Nasdaq and TASE: ITMR)


DSP Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: DSPG)


SodaStream International Ltd.


Michman Basad Ltd.


Adidas Israel Ltd.


Israel Discount Bank Ltd.


Medtronic plc


A.L. Ten Bis Ltd. (“10bis”)


Shufersal Ltd.


Menivim


Property and Building Group


Isracard Ltd.


Synopsys Inc.


Alony Hetz Properties and Investments Ltd.


Matrix I.T. Software Services Ltd.


The Phoenix Insurance Company Ltd.


Electra Real Estate Ltd.


Transcendent Electra


IBI Real Estate Partnerships Ltd.


Finance Differently Fund of Funds


Ruby Capital


Menivim – The New REIT Ltd.


J-C Healthcare Ltd.


Cross Israel Highway Ltd.


Zim Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.


Pomvom Ltd. (TASE: PMVM)


Blumberg Capital Fund


HoneyBook, Inc.


Equitybee Inc.,


American Well Corporation


Israel Chemicals Ltd.


ServiceNow Inc.


Tambour Ltd.


Federation of Israeli Chambers of Commerce (FICC) and the Tel Aviv Chamber of Commerce


MDA- Magen David Adom in Israel


ADAMA Agricultural Solutions Ltd.


Golf & Co Ltd.


Shekel Group


CAL Cargo Airlines


Abu Yehiel Construction Company


Benfid Verwaltungs AG


Withersworldwide LLP


Valueworks AG


Transforma AG


Collyer Bristow LLP


Breath of Life International Ltd. (BOL Group).


Hot Telecommunication Systems Ltd.


Unilever Israel Group


Alonyal Ltd., McDonald’s Israel.


David Lubinski Ltd.


Colmobil Group


Mayer’s Cars and Trucks Ltd


Automotive Equipment Group


Mediterranean Car Agency Ltd. (MCA


Delek| Motors Ltd.


Max Trucks and Buses Ltd.


Avnir Car Company Ltd.


S. Shlomo Group


Tesla Motors Israel Ltd.


Gottex


The H.Y. Group


Synergy Cables Ltd.


Y.D. More Investments Ltd.


Company Capital I Fund


Cyberstarts Venture Opportunities


Israel Secondary Fund III


Versatile Natures Ltd.


Cipia Vision Ltd.


Battery Ventures


Testim Computerized Verifications Ltd.


Highlight-Mandate


  • Representing eBay in an appeal against the Israel Tax Authority, resulting in a precedential ruling that set criteria for transfer pricing value calculation methods in international deals.
  • Representing ACUM in an appeal to the Supreme Court contesting a decision by the Israel Tax Authority. This case raises complex, precedential questions regarding the legal definition of a corporate entity.
  • Advising American energy corporation Babcock Power Inc. with respect to complex taxaspects of its energy projects in Israel.

Gornitzky & Co.

Gornitzky & Co. has a long history in the practice area, with expertise in corporate, real estate, and private client taxation, in addition to strength in indirect taxes. The group covers both contentious and non-contentious mandates, and is praised for its ‘deep professionalism.’ Highly experienced practitioner Pinhas Rubin co-leads alongside Daniel Paserman, whose practice covers both corporate and private client tax matters. Gil Grady advises on tax aspects of M&A, financings, and restructurings, as well as litigation. Shlomo Aviad Zider has key strength in contentious tax matters, with experience in investigations and criminal tax cases, while Assaf Prussak is a notable name for international tax mandates. Adi Haya Raban is highly active in litigation.

Praxisleiter:

Pinhas Rubin; Daniel Paserman


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Gil Grady; David Goldman; Shlomo Aviad Zider; Assaf Prussak; Adi Haya Raban


Referenzen

‘Daniel Paserman is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in all aspects of Israeli tax law, as well as in foreign tax law as it interfaces with local Israeli law. Daniel is greatly respected in the tax practice – by his peers, tax officials and of course his clients.’

‘What sets Gornitzky apart is a unique combination of key strengths. First, their deep professionalism and thorough understanding of their practice area is evident in every interaction. Second, they truly care—going the extra mile to explore solutions that are tailored and thoughtful.’

‘Daniel Paserman is top-notch at Israeli income tax and trust law matters.’

Kernmandanten

F. Hoffmann-La Roche


CA Software (today Broadcom)


Goldman Sachs


Jefferies


JP Morgan


HSBC Bank plc


Deutsche Bank


Coller Capital


Barclays


Highlight-Mandate


  • Representing CA Software Israel Ltd. in an appeal filed with the Supreme Court challenging the Israel Tax Authority’s position on the valuation of an IP sale and the resulting “secondary adjustment”.
  • Representing a NASDAQ traded multinational in a complex tax dispute vis-à-vis the ITA. This case revolves around the classification and valuation of IP transactions.

Herzog Fox & Neeman

Herzog Fox & Neeman‘s tax department covers corporate tax, indirect tax, and international trade taxes, in addition to the full range of dispute resolution mandates. In addition to acting for major domestic and multinational companies and high net worth individuals, the group has aptitude in advising non-profit organisations. Meir Linzen leads the team, and boasts over 40 years’ experience in the practice area. Linzen’s practice includes international M&A, and cross-border tax planning. Guy Katz, who is deputy head of the team, has expertise in private client tax, while Yuval Navot is active in numerous significant M&A and capital markets transactions. Ofer Granot contributes strength in government incentives. Sophie Matatyaho maintains a broad tax practice.

Praxisleiter:

Meir Linzen


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Guy Katz; Yuval Navot; Ofer Granot; Ronen Avner; Ehab Farah; Sophie Matatyaho


Referenzen

‘They have the most sophisticated and best depth practice of any firm in Israel. The people are excellent.’

‘Guy Katz is probably the best tax lawyer in Israel.’

‘The tax department is top-notch and deserves to be ranked very highly.’

Kernmandanten

Underwriters to Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.’s bond issuance


NeoGames


Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited


Finaro (formerly, Credorax)


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acted as Israeli counsel to the active joint book running managers of Teva’s $2.5bn sustainability linked senior debt offering
  • Represented Neogames (Nasdaq: NGMS) in its sale to Aristocrat Leisure, for a consideration of approximately $1.2bn.
  • Represented Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited in a take private deal of the public’s minority stake in Taro, representing a valuation of Taro at approximately $1.65bn.

Meitar Law Offices

Meitar Law Offices boasts key expertise in the tech sector, with numerous high profile clients, including both domestic and international groups. The firm offers strength in transfer pricing matters, real estate tax, and indirect taxation, in addition to tax controversy matters. Eldar Ben-Ruby leads, and is a notable expert in the advanced technology sector. Michael Bricker, who is dual qualified in Israel and New York, contributes strength in international tax structuring, while Shaul Grossman is a notable name for international M&A. Keren Shitrit is active for corporations and individuals in a range of tax matters, while Omri Davidov‘s practice includes tax aspects of financing transactions, IPOs, and M&A.

Praxisleiter:

Eldar Ben-Ruby


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Omri Davidov; Shaul Grossman; Michael Bricker; Keren Shitrit; Odelya Lazimi; Nadav Weisman


Kernmandanten

Meta


KKR


JP Morgan


British Petroleum


Johnson & Johnson


General Motors


Pitango Investment Funds Group


Tesla


NXP Semiconductors


Taboola Ltd.


Highlight-Mandate


  • Leading a team of tax specialists in discussions with the Ministry of Finance and the Israeli Innovation Authority to make a broad reform on many aspects that create tax obstacles to the growth of the local tech industry.
  • Representing the Western Digital in a tax appeal filed with the Tel Aviv District Court with respect to precedential tax and transfer-pricing issues. The District Court rendered a decision published on June 30, 2024 accepting most of the company’s arguments.
  • Advised Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (formerly, NYSE: TARO) in its $1.4B going private transaction. In the said transaction, Taro merged with a company held by certain companies affiliated with the Sun Pharma group.

Shekel & Co.

Tax boutique Shekel & Co. has a strong reputation in litigation, acting for prominent domestic and international clients in some of their most complex tax disputes. Yaniv Shekel co-leads alongside Ofer Elboim. Shekel advises on both contentious and non-contentious tax mandates, with significant experience advising on complex cross-border structures. Elboim specialises in VAT and real estate tax, and has a record representing clients before the Supreme Court of Israel. Binyamin Tovi is strong in international taxation, while Ayelet Hillel-Birenzwig covers tax disputes at all levels, including in pre-rulings. Dean Klaro has experience in the energy sector.

Praxisleiter:

Yaniv Shekel; Ofer Elboim


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Binyamin Tovi; Ayelet Hillel-Birenzwig; Dean Klaro


Referenzen

‘I recommend Shekel office not only because they are professionals but also because of the personal service.’

‘Very professional and dedicated.’

‘Yaniv Shekel is one of a kind! Ofer Elboim is very professional and practical.’

Kernmandanten

Chevron


New Med


Bank Hapoalim


G-City


Colmobil Group


Alony Hetz


Reality Fund


Isracard


Melisron


Amot Investments


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Chevron, New-Med and Ratio on issues relating to the Leviathan gas field, including Leviathan expansion solutions.
  • Represented the Israeli credit card companies Isracard, Max and CAL in VAT litigation regarding payments received from Visa, Mastercard, and Amex and payments received from credit card holders relating to purchases in businesses outside Israel.

Arnon, Tadmor-Levy

Arnon, Tadmor-Levy advises both large and small businesses in the full range of tax matters, including commercial and financial transactions, as well as the full range of contentious mandates. In addition to a stable of prominent domestic clients, the group is active for a range of multinationals with complex cross-border tax matters. Ofir Levy co-leads the team alongside Boaz Feinberg. Levy has notable expertise in international tax, while Feinberg is a key name for tax matters relating to trusts and estates. Ofir Paz covers both corporate and international taxation. Dan Toledano specialises in real estate tax, while Elizabeth Krishmarov is a key contact for advice on equity-based compensation benefit plans.

Praxisleiter:

Ofir Levy; Boaz Feinberg


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Ofir Paz; Dan Toledano; Elizabeth Krishmarov


Referenzen

‘Multi-disciplinary law firm with large width of expertise for covering all aspects of high-tech start-ups from transactional agreements (Licensing, projects, …), NDAs, investments, acquisitions, tax issues, government regulations, real estate, and more.’

‘Boaz Feinberg: excellent tax attorney and great at tax planning, financial plans.’

‘Strong commercial understanding of the deal and creative tailor-made solutions for each situation.’

Kernmandanten

Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ: NVDA)


Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC


Salesforce.com, Inc. (NYSE: CRM)


PayPal Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL)


Bioventus LLC (NASDAQ: BVS)


IBM International Group B.V.


Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA)


eBay (NASDAQ: EBAY


Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (NYSE: PANW)


Oracle Corporation (NASDAQ: ORCL)


Tenable


Snap Inc. (NYSE: SNAP)


Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX)


Dentsply Sirona Inc.


El-AL Israel’s leading Airlines company


Applied Materials


Alcon Inc. (NYSE: ALC)


Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ: INTU)


CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: CRWD)


Zsclaer Inc. (NASDAQ: ZS)


Azrieli Group (TASE: AZRG)


Y.H. Dimri (TASE: DIMRI)


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Palo Alto Networks Inc on the tax aspects of the high-value acquisitions of Dig Security Solutions Ltd and Talon Cyber Security Ltd.
  • Advised CrowdStrike Holdings Inc on the tax aspects of the purchase of Bionic Stork Ltd and Flow Security Ltd.
  • Represented Azrieli Group in relation to the tax classifications of buildings in the Ichilov Hospital complex in Tel Aviv.

Benjamini & Co.

Benjamini & Co. acts for corporate entities and individuals in a broad range of transactions, with strength in M&A, real estate, and employee taxation, among other areas. Yair Benjamini, who is an international tax expert with particular strength in Israeli-US nexus transactions, co-leads the practice alongside Sagiv Ron, a key real estate expert, and Michal Richulsky, who heads the firm’s indirect tax practice, and is highly experienced in litigation. Core team members include Doron Elmekiesse, who is additionally qualified as a chartered accountant, Shahar Strauss, who covers income tax, and Nofar Zigdon.

Praxisleiter:

Yair Benjamini; Sagiv Ron; Michal Richulsky


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Shahar Strauss; Nofar Zigdon; Doron Elmekiesse


Referenzen

‘Yair Benjamini is a very talented tax lawyer.’

‘Yair has a lot of experience.’

Kernmandanten

Mandiant Inc.


Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ)


Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT)


Kardan Real Estate Enterprise and Development Ltd.


Dimri in the City– TAMA 38


Yaaz Building & Development Co Ltd.


Almog Group Ltd.


Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG)


Kfir Geva


Starry Group


Rotem Shani Construction Company


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising Danaher on Israeli tax-related matters relating to its spinoff of its environmental and applied solutions segment into Veralto, a separate public company.
  • Acting for Fortinet Group in relation to the tax aspects of the reorganization of Israeli activities, as well as the sale of an Israeli company.
  • Advising Starry Group, a multinational group, with operations in Hong Kong, Singapore, Europe, the US and Israel, on transfer pricing issues, a cross-border transaction and many other issues.

Meir Mizrahi with A. Rafael & Co.

Meir Mizrahi with A. Rafael & Co.‘s large and rapidly growing team covers real estate tax, VAT, income tax, and international tax planning, in addition to other elements. Clients comment on the department’s ‘deep expertise and creative problem-solving’, with a caseload which includes both contentious and non-contentious mandates. Meir Mizrahi, who is particularly expert in real estate tax, co-leads the department alongside Amnon Rafael. Shlomi Lazar acts for a diverse range of prestige clients, including prominent multinationals and high net worth individuals. Efrat Rossiansky is a key name for real estate tax.

Praxisleiter:

Meir Mizrahi; Amnon Rafael


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Dorit Binyamini; Tali Yehoshua; Yoni Cohen; Efrat Rossiansky; Efrat Solomon; Adi Kimmel


Referenzen

‘Meir Mizrachi has a well-established practice of tax in Israel. They have the knowledge and the right approach towards clients.’

‘Meir and his team are some of the best advisors in property tax law in Israel. In my experience, they are very professional, give a fair and professional evaluation of the cases brought to them and give top legal service for the cases handled with them.’

‘They’re doing the work in a very professional way, and we feel safe and that we are in good hands.

Kernmandanten

Hebrew University of Jerusalem


Moshe Hadif Group


Amdocs


Israel Electric Company


Reichman University


Mekorot Israel National Water Company


Bank Hapoalim Ltd.


Phoenix Insurance Group


El Al Airlines


New Med Energy


Flying Cargo, part of the DHL Group


JTLV Investments Fund


Porat Hotels Management Ltd.


Miracle for Israel (NGO)


Pisgat Yaron


Hadera Founders


Ms. Hanna Alter and others


Rent It REIT


Messer’s Meir Scholnick and Gilad Hochman


Beer Yaakov Yeshiva


National Union of Israeli Students


Shikun & Binui


Electra Real Estate


Bank Julius Baer & Co. Ltd.


Israir Airlines


Israel Airport Authority


Teva Pharmaceuticals


Tel Aviv Municipality


Ampa Group


Rami Shbiro Group


Abou Yehiel Group


Ramat Gan Municipality


Africa Israel


Migdal Group – Insurance and Finance


Dunietz-Elad Group


Aura Israel


Ashdar, of the Ashtrom Group


Metropolis Urban Renewal


Meshulam Levinstein Group


Z.F. Building Company


Gindi Holdings


Ari Real Estate (Arena) Investments Ltd.


ICR – Israel Canada – Reem Group


Kata Group


Dunietz Group


Azorim and Living of the Azorim Group


Allied Group


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acting for the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in an appeal against a NIS 50m land appreciation and purchase tax assessment in a precedential case.
  • Acting for the Moshe Hadif Group in a precedential appeal against purchase tax for additional transaction consideration in a real estate tender bid.

S. Horowitz & Co

S. Horowitz & Co is regularly active advising on tax elements of complex cross-border transactions, with a client base which includes financial institutions, charities, and high-net worth individuals. The group additionally handles high-stakes contentious matters. Leor Nouman leads the team, and is in particular noted for his real estate tax expertise. Ophir Kaplan is highly experienced in litigation, with a clientele of both multinational and domestic groups. Moti Saban has a broad practice, which includes M&A, indirect taxes, and reorganisations and restructurings.

Praxisleiter:

Leor Nouman


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Ophir Kaplan; Moti Saban; Michael Azulay


Kernmandanten

Perrigo Group (TASE: PRGP)


The Israel Electric Corporation (IEC)


Bank Hapoalim Ltd (TASE: POLI)


Veolia Group


The Weizmann Institute of Science (WIS)


Yeda Research & Development Ltd


Final Group


Jewish National Fund (JNF)


Entain Group


7-Eleven Group


Brown Hotels Group


Raicol Group


Dubek Group


Forever Living Group


Hadassah Medical Center & The Women’s Zionist Organization of America


McDonald’s Group


Stelanties Group


Publicis Group


Milk & Honey Distillery


DAOSTACK TECHNOLOGIES LTD


M&M VENTURES (2014) Ltd


Baron Wines Ltd


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised and represented the Perrigo Group in critical discussions with the Assessing Officer concerning the taxation of the $1.55bn sale of the Prescription Pharmaceuticals Division(Rx) to Vestas Pharma LLC.
  • Advising The Weizmann Institute of Science and Yeda Research & Development Ltd onvarious tax matters concerning several commercial issues.
  • Providing advice and representation of the Israel Electric Corporation (IEC) in the matter of the saleof the power plants, as part of the reform in electrical generation in Israel.

Yaron-Eldar, Paller, Schwartz & Co. Law Offices

Yaron-Eldar, Paller, Schwartz & Co. Law Offices offers expertise across the spectrum of tax matters, including corporate and individual income tax matters both domestically and internationally. The group has strength in transfer pricing and contentious tax mandates. Managing partner Rany Schwartz co-leads alongside Tali Yaron-Eldar, whose practice covers trusts, digital assets, and family wealth planning. Amit Gottlieb is a key name for private client tax, while Henriette Fuchs covers international tax. Roni Inbar handles tax elements of M&A and corporate restructurings.

Praxisleiter:

Rany Schwartz; Tali Yaron-Eldar


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Amit Gottlieb; Henriette Fuchs; Roni Inbar; Sivan Henik; Dvir Saadia


Referenzen

‘The firm provides services at the highest level and knows how to find out-of-the-box solutions for complex problems.’

‘Partner Amit Gottlieb, with whom I work, is an endless source of knowledge and has a rare ability to provide excellent service.’

‘The team is diverse and gives strong opinions for the required service.’

Kernmandanten

Hisense


Bank Leumi (LUMI:Tel Aviv)


Salesforce.com


Varonis Systems [#VRNS – Nasdaq]


Alstom Transport SA


Roamability Ltd. and Roamability Llc.


Ben-Gurion University


Alony Hetz [#ALHE – TASE]


Wolf Public Endowment – Tree of life


Fattal Terminal Group [part of Fattal Holdings – #FTAL – TASE]


Profimex – an Investment Trust


EnergixRenewable Energies Ltd


Highlight-Mandate


  • Provided tax advice to Bank Leumi, regarding employees’ compensation and support mechanisms related to their obligatory military reserve duty.
  • Representated Energix Renewable Energies Ltd. in a VAT dispute with the tax authorities about the reclaim of input VAT regarding management services provided to its affiliates.
  • Assisted in the development of a winning tax strategy for Varonis Systems, and its affiliates, re-setting the pricing of intercompany transactions in the group and reviewed its current transfer pricing mechanism.

Yossi Elisha Calderon & Co.

Yossi Elisha Calderon & Co. acts for a diverse clientele, including prominent names from the real estate, retail, and energy sectors. Yossi Elisha, a Certified Public Accountant and thought leader in tax, co-leads alongside Benny Calderon, whose practice covers both direct and indirect tax matters. Gabi Mor is a core team member, with experience in the restructuring of companies. Yarden Avidani-Akirav departed the firm in 2023.

Praxisleiter:

Yossi Elisha; Benny Calderon


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Gabi Mor


Kernmandanten

Elco Group


Electra Group


Ashdod Port


Elazra Group


Shikun & Binui Real Estate


Hobart Healthcare Group


Yenot Bitan


Gabay Group


Gindi Holdings


Meuhedet HMO


Bar Ilan University


Trans Israel


Rotshtein


Red Sea Real Estate


Yuvalim Group


Bank Hapoalim


Carmel Wineries


Aura Israel


Abu Yehiel Group


Bulthaup Investments


Prashkovsky Group


Avis Israel, of the UMI Group


Eldan Group


Etz HaShaked Group


Allied Real Estate


Sela Capital


Hazera


Baram Group


Tuboul Group


Bonei Hatichon Urban Renewal


Metropolis


Acro Real Estate


Hakshuri Group


Radco Urban Renewal


Dimri Group


Gilad May Group


Herzig Real Estate Group


Almogim Group


Horowitz Group


Shamai Real Estate Holdings


Kan Binuy Urban Renewal


Luzon Group


Eurobuilding Urban Renewal


Migdalay Itay Group


Institute of Tax Consultants in Israel


Israel Bar Association


Sella Issta Israeli Real Estate Ltd.


NA’AMAT


IDF Veterans Disabled Persons Association


Ziv Sharon & Co. Law Office

Ziv Sharon & Co. Law Office specialises in civil tax law, advising on tax structuring and transactions, in addition to representing clients before the courts at all levels. In addition to numerous other areas, the group has strength in cryptocurrency taxation. Amit Glick is a key name for indirect taxes, while Galit Israeli boasts strength in international tax matters. Yoad Frenkel departed the firm in November 2024.

Weitere Kernanwälte:

Amit Glick; Galit Israeli


Referenzen

‘They are very experienced in working with cross-border tax issues, especially with other countries with Israeli treaties. Extremely responsive.’

‘The practice is very unique in its professional capacities and creative thinking.’

‘Highly professional, efficient and direct.’

Kernmandanten

Statutory Council on Sports’ Betting, DBA as Winner


Shufersal


Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball Club


Technion


Triple M Power Plants Ltd.


Hexa Solutions Ltd.


R.S. Accord of the Adi Zim Group


Egged Israel Transport Cooperative Society Ltd.


Azrieli Group


Hagag Group and its owner and founder Mr. Zachi Hagag


Kibbutz Kfar Masaryk


Eldar Group, of the Ashtrom Properties Group


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acting for the Statutory Council on Sports’ Betting, DBA as Winner in a precedential appeal against a tax assessment to retroactively enforce the withholding of tax at source on winnings from betting, contrary to prevalent legislative and enforcement practices.
  • Acting for Shufersal in an appeal against a NIS 50m tax assessment for allegedly failing to withhold taxes at source on transportation benefits to its employees.
  • Represented the Technion in an appeal against a NIS 267.4m tax assessment.

Alter Attorneys at Law

Alter Attorneys at Law is active for both domestic and foreign clients, with experience in a broad variety of sectors, including sports, media, and energy. Anat Tenne-Engel leads the department, and has significant expertise advising on tax transactions, regularly acting on both domestic and cross-border mandates. Nir Horenstein is a core team member, with particular strength in relation to real estate tax, in addition to covering VAT, corporate tax, and other matters. Udi Shostak is an expert in international tax.

Praxisleiter:

Anat Tenne-Engel


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Nir Horenstein; Udi Shostak; Helena Ben-Baruch; Eyal Schwarzwald


Referenzen

‘The team was dedicated and helpful in many ways – their availability was outstanding, and they were very professional.’

‘The individuals were creative. Saw things in ways different from other law firms and were very attentive and available. Specifically – Anat Tenne-Engel and Nir Horenstein.’

‘The cooperation with the Alter Office team was excellent. They were available for us, answered every question, showed proficiency and knowledge, and did everything in a nice way. In the end, the result of their work was very good.’

Kernmandanten

BTL (Rentalcars.com)


Bank Hapoalim


Isracard


Bank Leumi


Harel Insurance and Investment Group


Puratos Group


Air Haifa


Netflix


Siemens AG


Siemens Energy AG


Discord


Engel Invest


SUMMIT Real Estate Holdings


Azrieli Group


Aviv Group


BioNTech


Herzliya Municipality


Livermore Investments


Valor Byron Real Estate Group


Edeltech Energy Group


Shikun & Binui


Dalia Energies


MTL 3D Ltd


Prashkovsky Group


GNS NeoLasers LTD


SatixFy


Krones


MAN Energy Solutions


Amot Investments


Camondo Worldwide


Highlight-Mandate


  • Negotiated a tax arrangement including the questions of tax residency and the way of taxation of capital gains from the sale of shares at the amount of hundreds of millions of NIS .
  • Representing the Dalia Energy Group in regards to the tax aspects of their NIS 9bn acquisition of the Eshkol power plant.
  • Achieved a precedential ruling from the ITA with respect to the Capital Investments Encouragement Law saving tax to an international group of companies at the amount of millions of NIS.

Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary

Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary is highly active in contentious tax matters, representing prominent clients across the infrastructure, technology, and energy sectors, among others. Doron Levy co-leads alongside Racheli Guz-Lavi. Levy has a broad practice, with key strength in international tax matters. Guz-Lavi has particular expertise in matters relating to trusts. Also key are Yifat Weiss, whose practice covers transactions and corporate structure planning.

Praxisleiter:

Doron Levy; Racheli Guz-Lavi


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Yifat Weiss


Referenzen

‘They have profound knowledge of all legal issues connected with the subject matter, and vast legal experience and know-how.’

‘The lawyers I’ve worked with are the best in their field, they speak at eye level and are able to simplify complex issues for their clients. This makes decision-making efficient and easier.’

Kernmandanten

12.64 Fund


Azorim Construction (1965) Ltd.


BGV Venture Capital funds


Miden Technologies Ltd.


Stage One Venture Capital funds


Timora Real Estate Fund


Highlight-Mandate


  • Representing Azorim Construction (1965) Ltd. in negotiation with the tax authorities to procure a very significant reduction of its tax liability.
  • Advising Timora Fund on establishing its first real estate fund and on its ongoing investment transactions and taxation matters related to its business activity.
  • Advised Miden Technologies in optimising the tax implications associated with its restructuring.

Ben Ami, Bigon & Co

Boutique Ben Ami, Bigon & Co specialises in international tax matters, covering withholding tax, VAT, transfer pricing, and employment tax issues, in addition to other matters. Gilad Ben Ami, who has particular expertise in M&A transactions and multijurisdictional restructurings, leads the practice alongside Ran Bigon, whose practice includes cryptocurrency taxation.

Praxisleiter:

Gilad Ben Ami; Ran Bigon


Referenzen

‘Both partners – Ram Bigon and Gilad Ben Ami are exceptional experts in international taxes. On top of that, they work efficiently and quickly, which makes them unique and pleasant to work with.’

‘Ram Bigon – good to work with, efficient and pleasant. Gilad Ben-Ami – very smart, pleasant to work with. Excellent at what he does.’

‘The team is attentive, solving my international tax issues in a professional but also with a sense of creativity. Always gives personal hospitality when I require support.’

Kernmandanten

Varonis Inc


Flo-Group


Buligo Capital


Arbel Fund


Sola Renewable Energy


Sarens Belgium


Fu-Gen


Jibe VC


Navitas Petroleum


IBI Investment House


Vroon B.V.


Abengoa SA


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acted in an advisory role for Varonis Systems, a prominent Nasdaq-listed entity in the data security and analytics sector, headquartered in the United States.
  • Advising Flo Group, a pioneering entity that has developed a cutting-edge cloud-based IoT platform.
  • Providing an array of vital tax advisory services to Buligo Capital, a distinguished global player in the real estate investment arena.

BRACHA & CO

BRACHA & CO is a leading name for tax in numerous innovative areas, including digital currencies, blockchain technologies, and NFTs. The group additionally covers trusts, real estate issues, and capital markets transactions, among other matters. Managing partner Itay Bracha leads, with deep expertise in both civil and criminal tax matters. Core team members include Rami Bracha, a key name for real estate tax, and Benny (Baruch) Yona.

Praxisleiter:

Itay Bracha


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Rami Bracha; Benny (Baruch) Yona


Referenzen

‘Very good understanding of the issue.’

‘Good follow-up and advice.’

‘They are very client oriented and listen to the needs of their clients.’

Kernmandanten

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.


The State’s Comptroller and Ombudsman


Groupe BMF


Pereg Spices


Bank Leumi Le Israel Ltd.


Tarya


Altshuler Shaham Investment House


Clearshift


Shareholders of CTS Group


Alhel Group and its controlling shareholders, the Halfon Family


The Fortune Group


The Diamonds Club


Noiman Brothers Holdings


M.B.S Group


Intercure Ltd.


Melisron


Ofer Investments


Shikun & Binui


Hot Mobile


Clal Industries


Clal Insurance


JTLV Investments


Avis Israel


Delek Group


Tidhar Group


Egged Transportation


Dan Public Transportation


N12 News


Blue Square Real Estate


Mediterranean Towers


Golf Group


Israir Airlines


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acting for Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. in its BEPS reporting on its global operations in more than 17 jurisdictions.
  • Acting for Tarya in its NIS 2 bn mortgage lending activities.
  • Acting for Groupe BMF in connection with assets and investments valued more than €3bn.

Joulus Gazit & Co.

Joulus Gazit & Co. is active for banks, infrastructure clients, real estate companies and others on a range of matters, including insolvencies and real estate developments. Ram Joulus, a key name for insolvencies, leads the group alongside Rachel Gazit. Adi Castro heads the department’s high-tech groups, while Gil Chen leads on urban renewal taxation.

Praxisleiter:

Ram Joulus; Rachel Gazit


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Adi Castro; Gil Chen; Ori Katz


Referenzen

‘Very professional. Good service.’

‘I highly recommend Joulus Gazit & Co for VAT and corporate tax matters. They demonstrated exceptional professionalism, availability, and expertise. Effectively tackling complex issues with a client-focused approach.’

‘Ram Joulus and Adi Castro stand out for their exceptional dedication, deep expertise, and proactive approach. I’ve particularly valued their strong communication, strategic insights and dedication to delivering results.’

Kernmandanten

R2M Corporation


Red Sea Group


Discount Bank Ltd. (TASE: DSCT)


Bank Hapoalim B.M. (TASE: POLI)


Leumi Bank Le – Israel B.M. (TASE: LUMI)


EuroCom Communication Group.


Hanan Mor Holdings (More Group)


Tidhar & Mivnim


Similarweb Ltd.


Almogim (TASE: ALMA)


Doral Group (TASE: DORL)


Moon Active Ltd.


Agora Real Estate Investment Management Software Ltd.


Yamit Filtration and Water Treatment Ltd.


Bull Trade and Investments Ltd.


M.L.R.N PROJECTS AND TRADING LTD. (TASE: MLRN)


Earnix


D.A.A.R. Israel LTD.


Hermetic Trust (1975) Ltd.


Space Communications Ltd. (Spacecom) (TASE: SCC)


Migdalor Group – Alternative Investments


Mosdot Hazon Yeshayau


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising on the tax aspects of the insolvency proceedings for the Eldad Peri Group, which owns assets worth hundreds of millions of NIS.
  • Accompanying subsidiaries of the Discount Group and handling all tax aspects related to the establishment of the Kiryat Bank project, a transaction estimated at over NIS 1.8bn.
  • Acting for publicly traded Hanan Mor Holding Ltd. and its bondholders regarding the tax implications from its complex insolvency procedures and debt arrangement.

Dr. M. Druker & Co. - Advocates & Notaries

The ‘highly experienced and professional’ team at Dr. M. Druker & Co. - Advocates & Notaries is particularly strong in the private client space, representing numerous prominent individuals and families. Moshe Druker, whose practice covers both contentious and non-contentious matters, leads the team alongside managing partner Ori Druker, for whom international tax is an area of particular expertise. Other core team members include Miki Michaelovitz and Eyal Tzidkiyahu.

Praxisleiter:

Moshe Druker; Ori Druker


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Miki Michaelovitz; Eyal Tzidkiyahu


Referenzen

‘Strong team, professionals.’

‘Eyal Tzidkiyahu is an amazing attorney – always available and always knows the answer.’

‘The team strength comes from their deep understanding of the tax environment in Israel. Not only the code, but the proceedings within the Israeli Tax authorities. The firm is extremely well respected and accepted by the ITA.’

Kernmandanten

Zim


DGI (Dan Gertler International) Group of Companies


Howden Israel


Wengrovsky Family


Pama Leasing Ltd.


Orda Print Industries Ltd.


Isralux Ltd.


David Czapnik & Sons. Ltd.


Bezeq the Israeli Telecommunication Corp Ltd.


Eldav Investments Ltd.


Ram-Mograbi-Arditi Group


Leonardo Group


Rafaeli Group


Bonei Hatichon


Radco


Gabso Group


Ram Engineering


Ram in the City


Levant of the Gabso Group


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acting for Zim on the reclassification of the tax on its global operations, from corporate tax to a significantly lower Tonage Tax.
  • Acting for Mr. Dan Gertler and Dan Gertler International Group of Companies on the taxation of the group companies and a foreign trust with business operations valued at NIS 5bn.
  • Acting for David Czapnik & Sons. Ltd. on a corporate restructuring involving assets valued an estimated NIS 250m.

Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano & Co

Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano & Co advises on a broad range of tax matters, including transactions and structuring, in addition to contentious matters and transfer pricing. Eran Lampert leads the team, and is adept in tax litigation and international tax. Tal Alon has experience in numerous sectors, including private equity, technology, and real estate.

Praxisleiter:

Eran Lampert


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Tal Alon


Referenzen

‘Excellent service.’

‘Superior knowledge.’

Kernmandanten

Yahoo


Isracard


Walmart Inc


Hellman & Friedman LLC


DoorDash


Apax Partners, L.P.


Nisko Group


Utimaco TS GmbH


LeddarTech Inc.


The Livnat Group and Taavura Holdings Ltd.


Carmen Assets Management (1997) Ltd.


Poalim Equity Ltd.


Surgical Science Sweden AB


XIO Group


AMI Opportunities Fund


Arbe Robotics Ltd.


Guesty Inc.


Space Communication Ltd.


Uniphore Technologies Inc.


Datadog Inc.


SafeRide Technologies Ltd.


Montague Private Equity, and its portfolio company, Wireless Logic Group


365Scores Ltd.


Teoco Corporation


Kamada Ltd.


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acted as counsel to Canada’s LeddarTech Inc. on the Israeli tax aspects of its multijurisdictional business combination agreement with SPAC, Prospector Capital Corp.
  • Advised Montague Private Equity and its portfolio company, Wireless Logic Group, on the tax aspects of its acquisition of Webbing Solutions.
  • Advised Permira Growth on the tax aspects of its acquisition of shares in BioCatch Ltd.

Raveh Haber & Co.

Raveh Haber & Co. is noted for its work providing tax advice to investment funds, and to high net worth individuals and families. Gil Raveh co-leads alongside Shemer Frenkel. Raveh has significant experience advising investment funds and their senior managers in relation to a range of transactions, including in mandates with international aspects. Frenkel contributes additional strength in contentious matters and negotiations with the Israeli Tax Authority.

Praxisleiter:

Gil Raveh; Shemer Frenkel


Kernmandanten

Hamilton Lane


Tene group of funds


NOY group of funds


Michlol Finance Ltd.


Buligo Capital Ltd.


Several Investment Funds


Electra America Inc.


American Landmark LLC


Caesarstone Ltd.


S. Friedman, Abramson & Co.

S. Friedman, Abramson & Co. is active for clients across a range of sectors, including shipping, education, and infrastructure. Ifat Minzer-Koll leads the department, and advises on tax elements of local and international M&A, as well as providing day-to-day tax guidance for prominent businesses. Yahalom Berkovich contributes strength in real estate tax.

Praxisleiter:

Ifat Minzer–Koll


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Yahalom Berkovich


Referenzen

‘The team that accompanies me shows great expertise in my field of work, they always find creative solutions with minimal exposure and avoid complex legal disputes. I usually consult with them in every move and know that I am in good hands.’

‘Yifat Minzer shows proficiency and creativity.’

Kernmandanten

University of Haifa


Maersk Line (“Maersk”)


Zim Integrated Shipping Services ltd.


Energy Infrastructures ltd.


The Israel Shipyards ltd.


Aviv Real Estate Initiative and Management Company ltd.


The Israeli Coins and Medals Corporation ltd.


G.R.A.S. Design and Combinations ltd.


Ayalon Highways ltd.


GAV-YAM Lands Corp. ltd.


Clalit – Medical Engineering ltd.


Lev Hamifratz ltd.


MSC (Israel) ltd.


Summit Real Estate Holdings ltd.


Chromagen Israel ltd.


Israel Land Development – Urban Renewal Ltd & Bait Ve Gag Real Estate Development ltd


Shagrawi Planning & Building (S.B.C) ltd


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised the University of Haifa on the Tax aspects of its transaction with Wizo Academic Center, which is a significant development for the Academy, marking the establishment of Israel’s first university-based school of design.
  • Advising ZIM in tax aspects of complex worldwide transactions, worth hundreds of millions of dollars.
  • Represented Energy Infrastructures Ltd. in Tax litigation concerning income tax assessments totalling hundreds of millions of USD.

Shibolet & Co.

Shibolet & Co. is particularly adept in the high-tech and energy sectors, with key strength in the taxation of cryptocurrency. The group is particularly active advising on the tax aspects of M&A. Miri Bickel leads the team, and covers a broad range of corporate and capital markets transactions, in addition to civil and criminal tax disputes. Ibrahim Atrash is a core team member, and covers real estate tax among other matters.

Praxisleiter:

Miri Bickel


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Vered Meller; Ibrahim Atrash; Eli Izraeli


Kernmandanten

Desktop Metal, Inc.


Camtek Ltd. (NASDAQ: CAMT; TASE: CAMT)


ZOOZ Power Ltd (TASE: ZOOZ)


Dia Imaging Analysis Ltd


Hub Data Security Ltd.


Rail Vision Ltd.


Ceragon Networks


Ada Swap


Harel Insurance Company


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Desktop Metal (NYSE: DM) on its purchase transaction by Nano Dimension (NASDAQ:NNDM), for a total consideration of $180m.
  • Advised Rimonci International Specialized Fund Ltd in various investments and commercial transactions in Israeli corporations, such as representing the fund in realising its investment in Belkin Vision for a total consideration of $465m.
  • Advised ZOOZ Power Ltd (TASE: ZOOZ) on a business combination agreement with Keyarch Acquisition Corporation (NASDAQ: “KYCHU”).

Zemah Schneider & Partners

Zemah Schneider & Partners fields a team of highly experienced tax practitioners, with core strength advising real estate clients on their tax matters, including both contentious and non-contentious issues. Achu Frank, who leads the team, is additionally qualified as a public accountant and covers restructurings, M&A, and indirect taxation, among other matters. Amran Zoabi has strength in real estate tax.

Praxisleiter:

Achu Frank


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Amran Zoabi; Mirit Wolf


Referenzen

‘The team’s strength is in its creative thinking in dealing with cross border tax issues backed up by clear analysis, identifying areas of risk and detailed opinion as to how and why their solutions overcome those risks.’

‘The two individuals with whom we have worked with are Achu Frank, head of the tax department, and Mirit Wolf, both of whom are technically extremely competent, very responsive and professional.’

‘Exceptional knowledge of Israeli tax codes combined with a good knowledge of tax issues in other jurisdictions relevant to our needs. The legal expertise is combined with in-house accounting personnel, saving the need to duplicate referrals for advice.’

Kernmandanten

Nilit Group


Samelet Motors Ltd


Japanauto-lsrael Auto Corporation Ltd


Rubenstein Buildings Ltd.


Automotive Equipment Ltd.


Tigbur – Temporary Professional Personnel Ltd.


Melisron Group


Automotive Industries Ltd.


The Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem


Automotive Equipment Ltd Automotive Equipment and Vehicles (2004) Ltd.


YCD Atmosphere Ltd.


YCD Multimedia Ltd.


 


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising Nilit Group on its worldwide structure and ongoing taxation issues.
  • Advising Samelet Motors Ltd on the structure of the group and its ongoing taxation.
  • Represented a Melisron group affiliate in a complicated and voluminous tax dispute.