Next Generation Partners

Transport in Israel

FISCHER (FBC & Co.)

The ‘cutting-edge transport practice’ at FISCHER (FBC & Co.) is primarily sought after for its dominant aviation offering, where it represents major global airlines — such as British Airways, Delta Airlines and Turkish Airlines — in regulatory and contentious work. The group also routinely acts for automotive and maritime companies. Department head Shirly Kazir is acclaimed for her ‘exceptional expertise and strategic insight’; she acts for a formidable roster of airlines operating in Israel and additionally represents multinational corporations in marine-related cargo disputes. Amir Varon, who sits in the aviation and maritime and hotels and tourism practices, is also recommended.

Praxisleiter:

Shirly Kazir


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Amir Varon; Yoram Bonen; Keren Shvartzberg; Lior Linhard


Referenzen

‘A cutting-edge transport practice. Innovative in the way it considers the law, while its foundation is solid and rests on tradition, enabling us to be flexible in the way we conduct business, while keeping us legally safe. Clients need a variety of support based on knowledge and the understanding of specific needs.’

‘Shirly Kazir is a legal phenomenon within the industry, an outstanding litigator with a brilliant legal mind. Her team members also portray the above qualities in abundance. The research is impeccable, the solutions while realistic always have a unique angle. The service they provide is comprehensive.’

‘The team is professional in its field.’

Kernmandanten

British Airways


Lot Polish Airlines


American Airlines


Icelandair


Eastern Airlines


Gulf Air


Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings


Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW)


Turkish Airlines


KLM Royal Dutch Airlines


EasyJet Airlines Company


Delta Airlines


Iberia Líneas Aéreas de España


Air France


Kennedys Law


Challenge Airlines IL


Xplorer Globe Net


Caspi Aviation; Caspi Tours


Arbel Finance


Emirates


Etihad Airways


Fly Dubai


Transavia Airlines


Onur Air


Virgin Atlantic


Colmobil


Hahn Airlines


Aerolinas Argentina


Lufthansa Group (Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Swiss International Airlines, Deutsche Lufthansa)


Finnair


Zhejiang Cainiao Supply Chain Management Co


TiL Group


Simbio Holdings


Hadarom Container Terminal


Pegasus Airlines


Arkia Airlines


Wizz Air


QAS – Quality Airport Services


Silk Way West Airlines


Hyundai Motor Company


Kia Motor Company


Volvo Car Corporation


Audi


Volkswagen


Champion Motors


HopOn Mobility Israel


Schaeffler Israel


Air Europa Líneas Aéreas


Korean Airlines


WeTrip


Trivago


Universal Motors Israel


Volvo Lastvagnar


Renault Trucks


DHL (Israel)


Talma Shlomo Travel Solutions


Smartair Tel Aviv


Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty


Classic Air


Vueling Airlines


Aeroméxico


Evergreen Marine Corp (Taiwan)


Imperium Jets


Hotels.com


Unitag


Jas Forwarding


Aviation Bridge


Evergreen Marine Group


Lime Network


GLT – Galilightrain


COMSA Corporación


Jtrain


Dan Public Transportation Company


Danya Cebus


Allied Infrastructure


Quadro National Infrastructures


Afikim Advanced Transport Services


Ashtrom Renewable Energy


Association of Car Importers in Israel


Nahor Transport Lanes


Lapidoth Capital


Electra


Afikim Electra


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising British Airways on changing the activity model of flights to and from Israel, following the Iron Swords War, including changing the flight route and pricing method.
  • Acting as sole legal counsel in Israel for foreign airlines British Airways, Delta Airlines, Air France and Turkish Airlines (separately), in a class action that could have far-reaching effects for all airlines in the industry.
  • Advising the winning consortium on its successful bid for the design, construction, operation, and financing of the Blue Line of the Jerusalem Light Rail Transit Network.

Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.

Few firms can equal Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.’s transport client list, which counts major names from the marine and aviation spheres among its representative names including Ashdod Port, El Al Israel Airlines and Noble Energy. The practice is underpinned by the firm’s premier insurance expertise, which supplies a steady stream of cargo-related claims, among other contentious work. Ilan Winder heads the team and specialises in aviation and shipping-related matters, including regulatory and administrative law issues. Merav Nur is recommended for her focus on shipping and aviation-related insurance.

Praxisleiter:

Ilan Winder


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Merav Nur; Aliza Ofri


Referenzen

‘The team is collaborative. Lawyers give timely service and keep track of all matters directed to them.’

‘Ilan Winder and associate Aliza Ofri are both outstanding; they are quick to give service and demonstrate high levels of proficiency.’

Kernmandanten

Migdal Insurance Company


The Phoenix Insurance Company


Harel Insurance Company


Ashdod Port


Noble Energy Mediterranean


Chevron Mediterranean


El Al Israel Airlines


LOT Polish Airlines


AXA Versicherung AG Colonia


Uniko Shipping & Logistics


Pantaenius Yacht Insurance


Sonigo International Shipping, Packing & Moving


Lucy Borchard Shipping Ltd. Israel Scandinavian Maritime Agency and Tiran Shipping


Harel Insurance and its insurer Tokio Marine


Shapir Civil and Marine Engineering


Iveco


Israel Canada Highways Management


Hadarom Container Terminal (HCT)


Alfa Duty Free


El-Mor Electric Installation & Services (1986)


Leditech


Shipco Transport


Sea Alliance


Ukraine International Airlines


Rwandair


Dan Public Transportation


National Union Fire Insurance company of Pittsburgh, PA (AIG USA)


Yang Ming Marine Transport Corp


Lonham Group UK


Pantavis


Amnon Mesilot


IBI Group


Construcciones Y Auxiliar De Ferrocarriles


Caf Investment Projects


Shapir Civil and Marine Engineering


Noy 3 Infrastructure And Energy Investments


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acting for Noble Energy on its maritime law affairs, including advising on regulatory issues regarding its offshore and onshore operations.
  • Advising numerous international and local insurance companies in connection with damage caused to possessions during air and sea transportation.
  • Advising IBI-Arcadis Group on its participation in the project for the design and implementation of mass transit systems in the Tel Aviv metropolitan area (LRV Red Line Project).

S. Friedman, Abramson & Co.

S. Friedman, Abramson & Co. is ‘the number 1 law firm in Israel in the field of maritime transport’, according to many. The full-service shipping practice strikes a balance between contentious and non-contentious matters, with strong activity in regulation, commercial transactions and dispute resolution. Alongside its thriving shipping offering, the firm also acts for major clients in the rail, road and aviation spheres. Managing partner Amir Cohen-Dor is a go-to shipping expert and is frequently engaged by shipowners, charterers, P&I clubs and foreign insurers. Other key contacts include Roiy Cohen, who specialises in shipping and land transport-related work; and Michael Safran, who focuses on shipping transactions.

Praxisleiter:

Amir Cohen-Dor


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Michael Safran; Roiy Cohen; Aviva Zigmond; Nitzan Nishlis; Nira Cory


Referenzen

‘S. Friedman is the number 1 law firm in Israel in the field of maritime transport. It specialises in all aspects of this practice, including chartering, bunkering, terminal services, vessel and container financing, and maritime litigation. The team maintains a very high professional level and best-in-class service.’

‘Amir Cohen-Dor is the number one lawyer for maritime law in Israel, and specializes in all aspects of this practice, including vessel building, chartering, terminal services, maritime insurance and disputes, and more. Michael Safran is the number one expert in the field of vessel and container financing.’

‘Both Amir Cohen-Dor and Michael Safran are great to work with — both personally and professionally — and are very dedicated.’

Kernmandanten

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services


The Israel Chamber of Shipping


M Dizengoff & Co (P&I Representatives)


Israel Shipyards Industries


National Coal Supply Corporation


Maersk Israel & Maersk


The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Haifa and the North


Dead Sea Works (part of the ICL group)


Israel Railways


Netivei Israel – National Transport Infrastructure Company


Ayalon Highways Co


NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System


Trans Israel


Paz Aviation Services


Israel Scandinavian Maritime Agency


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised ZIM Integrated Shipping Services on the acquisition of five second-hand vessels for approximately $140m.
  • Represented Maersk in a NIS37m cargo claim concerning the applicability of Hague-Visby rules to the relations between the freight forwarder and the carrier.
  • Represented NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System in NIS300m litigation relating to planning errors and omissions.

Gross, Orad, Schlimoff & Co.

The transport group at Gross, Orad, Schlimoff & Co. is hailed by clients as the ‘best airline counsel in Israel’. Historically known for its ability to link up with the firm’s premier insurance practice to excel in aviation insurance, the team has established itself as a key contender for work across the aviation law spectrum, from regulatory matters and litigation, through to major commercial agreements. Key contacts include managing partner — and former EL AL general counsel — Omer Shalev, who ‘brings decades of experience in the field of aviation and tourism’; Noya Yulish, who is noted for aviation litigation; and Uri Mor Yosef, who focuses on aviation insurance.

Praxisleiter:

Omer Shalev; Noya Yulish


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Uri Mor Yosef; Liron Brizel


Referenzen

‘The firm specializes in aviation law and provides excellent service to clients. It understands the business both legally and commercially and provide holistic service that considers clients’ needs. Its services include contract, regulatory work and litigation and they have great reputation and position in the market.’

‘Omer Shalev is known for his expertise and professionalism in aviation law which are truly exceptional. Having had the privilege to work with him, I can confidently say that he exemplifies the highest standards of the legal profession along. Omer’s responsiveness and dedication are truly unique.’

‘Best airline counsel in Israel. Also top-of-the-line insurance expertise. Omer Shalev is a standout lawyer and a generally great guy. ’

Kernmandanten

EL AL Israel Airlines


Sun D’or International Airlines


QAS Israel


Maman Aviation


TAP Air Portugal


Air Baltic


Arkia Israeli Airlines


AMR Aviation


Phoenix Insurance Company


Israeli Airport Authority


La Compagnie


Laufer GHI


TUS Airways


GNS Aviation


GNS Helicopters


Level Up


Safomar


Marsh Insurance Brokers


Luka Travel


Moments Travel


GNS Technic


Holdings 2000 Bedek Aircraft


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented Global Leasing and Tus Airways in a share purchase agreement with Blue Bird Aviation and Holiday Lines regarding the purchase of a 33% stake in Tus Airways.
  • Represented GNS Aviation and Holdings 2000 Bedek Aircraft in multiple agreements concerning the provision of maintenance and logistics services.
  • Acted for Tus Airways in a motion to approve a class action alleging it breached the provisions of the Israeli Aviation Services Law in respect of refund and compensation due to cancellations and delays in flights.

Harris & Co. Maritime Law Office

Shipping law stalwart Harris & Co. Maritime Law Office is a popular choice to advise shipowners, charterers, P&L clubs and foreign law firms, among others, on shipping litigation and transactions. The boutique is well versed across all key pillars of maritime law, with its recent work spanning ship arrests, charterparty disputes, cargo claims, ship sales and purchases, ship finance and dispute resolution. Managing partner Yoav Harris is recommended for his ‘clear and practical advice on various legal maritime matters’. Domiana Abboud provides dedicated practice support.

Praxisleiter:

Yoav Harris


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Domiana Abboud


Referenzen

‘A small-size law firm in Israel with expertise in maritime law. We have co-operated with them in a very challenging maritime case and the results which they achieved were impressive. A very professional team, with deep knowledge of the field and cost efficient.’

‘The team is distinguished by its professional attitude, extensive professional knowledge, attention to the client, fair billing and strong availability.’

‘Attorney Yoav Harris is available, courteous, with a pleasant attitude, very professional in his field and excellent human relationship skills.’

Herzog Fox & Neeman

Herzog Fox & Neeman’s transport practice is significantly weighted towards finance work, with a focus on aviation finance and leasing transactions. The team also advises aviation clients on litigation and regulatory issues. Outside of the aviation space, the group acts for lenders and transport companies on transport infrastructure projects. Veteran of counsel Alan Sacks contributes extensive experience in representing aircraft manufacturers and financial institutions on aviation finance transactions. The department also draws on corporate finance partner Ben Kanter and project finance co-head Mark Phillips.

Praxisleiter:

Mark Phillips


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Alan Sacks; Ben Kanter; Eyal Markovich


Referenzen

‘The team have excellent knowledge of finance and aviation law. Lawyers are extremely responsive and have an excellent turnaround time, and are generally a pleasure to deal with.’

‘Ben Kanter and associate Eyal Markovich are very responsive and have an excellent knowledge of the law, commercial approach to transactions and client relationship skills.’

Kernmandanten

MUFG Bank


KfW IPEX-Bank


Citibank


Rolls Royce


Standard Chartered Bank


Investec


Israel Discount Bank


Caryle Aviation


Aviation Capital Group


Avolon


Milestone Aviation


ACIA Aero Leasing


Brook Aviation


FTAI Aviation


Highlight-Mandate


  • Representing the Italian Extraordinary Administrators of Alitalia regarding the Israeli aspects of the insolvency proceedings of Alitalia’s Israel branch.
  • Advising JPM Tokyo on the financing and registration of a Boeing Dreamliner aircraft that is in the process of being acquired by El Al Israel Airlines.
  • Representing Arkia Israeli Airlines in a class action estimated at NIS200m.

S. Horowitz & Co

S. Horowitz & Co’s transport team is primarily recognised for its activity in the aviation sector, where clients highlight it as ‘specialised in protecting the interests of airlines in consumer protection cases’. Additionally, the group is well versed in supporting airlines on regulatory matters, while it also contributes significant experience in aviation finance. The practice is led jointly by seasoned of counsel Hugh Kowarsky, who specialises in advising aviation clients on regulatory and commercial issues, and litigator Eyal DoronRon Libson is also noted for transport-related work.

Praxisleiter:

Hugh Kowarsky; Eyal Doron


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Ron Libson


Referenzen

‘It is specialised in protecting the interests of airlines in consumer protection cases. For a non-Israeli airline, not familiar with the ASL, it’s important to be in safe hands. In the process of choosing the firm we got the impression we would be in safe hands, we’re confident we made the best choice.’

‘The team is very dedicated, thorough, seeks for details that could make — and do make — the difference at court. As of the very first meeting we were sure that Eyal Doron is a person we could trust and that he means, and will deliver, what he says.’

Kernmandanten

Ryanair DAC


Deutsche Lufthansa


Swiss Airlines


Austrian Airlines


Wizz Air Hungary


Wizz Air Abu Dhabi


Wizz Air UK


Wizz Air Malta


Lufthansa Cargo


Ashdod and Haifa Ports


British Airways


Air Montenegro


Brussels Airlines


Eurowings


Tailwind Airlines


TUS Airways


China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC)


Toyota Motor Corporation


Shikun & Binui – Solel Boneh Infrastructures (“Solel Boneh”)


Booking.com Transport


Electra Afikim


Danya Cebus; Dan Company for Public Transportation


Mlead Group


Minrav Group


KSMG Contractors for Infrastructure and Development Works


Derech Eretz Highways (1997)


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acted for the four WizzAir respondents in a class action filed against them in Israel relating to the airlines’ operation of a loyalty programme, among other issues.
  • Advised Ryanair DAC on string of motions to approve class actions, including on an opposition to a motion alleging that it does not refund airport taxes to passengers who do not show for their flight.
  • Advised China State Construction Engineering Corporation on its involvement in the Tel Aviv Light Railway Project’s Green Line.

AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co

In a significant lateral hire, AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co boosted its aviation practice in 2024 with the arrival of new aviation head David Sprecher, who joins from Belgium-headquartered international trade outfit, Grisay Lawyers and Consultants. The firm additionally possesses a robust automotive practice, which specialises in advising clients such as Auto Center and Leascar Ram in dispute resolution, including class actions. Corporate head Yoav Caspi co-leads the overarching transport practice alongside Sprecher.

Praxisleiter:

Yoav Caspi; David Sprecher


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Yaron Reiter; Ram Jeanne; Assaf Lapid


Kernmandanten

Dan Public Transportation


Kavim – Public Transportation lines


El Al Israel Airlines


Mayer’s Group (Hertz, Kavim, Merkavim)


Kesher Rent A Car (Hertz)


Merkavim Transportation Technologies


Auto Center Limited Partnership


Shlomo Sixt Group, including S.Shlomo Holdings, S.Shlomo Automobile, Shlomo Transportation (2007)


Shapir Group


Leascar


Shapir Engineering & Industries


Morgan


Issta


Dubai Aviation Corporation (flydubai)


Israel Airports Authority


Air Haifa


Air Serbia AD Beograd


Marine Ties


Morgan


S7 Siberia Airlines


Albar Car Fleet (R.Z)


Operate-Lease


Hainan Airlines Group


ASL Airlines Ireland


ASL Airlines France


ASL Airlines Belgium


Compagnie Nationale Royal Air Maroc


SunExpress


Regourd Aviation – Fly Amelia


FlyLux Airlines


The Aviation Factory


Flying Carpet


Aviation Links


Kinetca


Five Airways


Jonika Airlines


Travel Pro American Express Luxembourg


CedivTravel


Pro Sky


PleasAir


Highlight-Mandate


  • Representing Auto Center in an application to certify a class action, alleging that Auto Center, and other leading companies in Israel selling used cars, presents high and inflated prices of used vehicles.
  • Representing Royal Air Maroc from the start of its operations in Israel following the signing of the Abraham Accords.
  • Representing Albar Car Fleet (RZ) in a case involving an application for class action certification.

Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano & Co

Erdinast, Ben Nathan, Toledano & Co’s practice operates at the intersection of transport and technology law, with the multidisciplinary team drawing on lawyers specialising in corporate and hi-tech. Predominantly active in the road transport space, the group handles a significant volume of smart mobility transactions, while it also represents automotive clients in contentious work. Corporate and M&A co-head Doni Toledano spearheads a department that also includes transactional partners Lior Oren and Eyal Wiesel.

Praxisleiter:

Doni Toledano


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Lior Oren; Eyal Wiesel


Referenzen

‘We have worked with the team for years. Specifically, we work on certain portfolio companies which are active in this market, mostly smart mobility. It knows that market very well, and handles not only the commercial and transactional aspects but also regulatory aspects, government relations, etc.’

‘Lior Oren and Eyal Wiesel co-ordinate and manage our matters, and they provide great coverage, manage the work with all other practice groups within the firm and keep everything aligned and not too expensive from a legal fees POV. They are very commercial and are well familiar with our needs.’

Kernmandanten

Mobileye Vision Technologies


Carasso Motors


Egged Ta’avura


Mediterranean Car Agency


Arbe Robotics


Tene Investment Fund


LeddarTech


Foretellix


X-Sight Systems


Questar Auto Technologies (Previously Traffilog)


Haifa Municipality


Metropoline – Public Transport


Afcon Electric Transportation


Maman Cargo Terminals


Alon Blue Square


Israel Aerospace Industries


Bank Hapoalim


Egged Shareholders Representative Services


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Electra and its subsidiaries in connection with the financial closing of a project for the Tel Aviv Metropolitan Light Rail Train Green Line project.
  • Acted for Mediterranean Car Agency in a lawsuit relating to the misappropriation of rights to import KIA vehicles to Israel.
  • Represented Metro Motor Marketing (1981) in a class action lawsuit alleging violations of competition and licensing laws.

Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.

Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.’s interdisciplinary transport practice includes lawyers ‘who are expert in many different legal areas’. In particular, the team advises transport companies — particularly those operating in the rail, road and aviation spheres — on a wide scope of regulatory, transactional and contentious matters. Rami Sofer heads the corporate, finance and infrastructure team and contributes experience in transport infrastructure and aviation-related work. Tax specialist Gill Nadel and administrative law head Tal Danon Shenhav are also noted.

Praxisleiter:

Tal Danon Shenhav; Rami Sofer; Esther Koren; Dubi Zoltak; Aaron Michaeli; Hagit Blaiberg; Zvi Bar-Nathan; Gill Nadel


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Gilad Kessler; Yael Zhout


Referenzen

‘The team is very professional and attentive to the client’s needs, particularly Gilad Kessler and Yael Zhout.’

‘The team is extremely professional with strong business acumen.’

‘The firm is known for its exceptional team of lawyers who are expert in many different legal areas. The team provides expert advice from highly skilled lawyers, offering advanced guidance and handling complex cases well, especially in tenders and infrastructure projects.’

Kernmandanten

Egged Transportation Company


Israel Ports Development and Assets


Israeli Ministry of Finance, Government Procurement Administration


Netivei Ayalon (Ayalon Highways)


Gett


Israel Railways


TransIsrael (Cross Israel Highway)


NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System


Changchun Railway Vehicles Co


Adani Group


China Railway Construction Corporation (International)


Generation Capital Fund


PJSC Aeroflot – Russian Airlines (Aeroflot)


Israir Airlines


Efacec


El Al Israel Airlines


Jaguar Land Rover


Ford Motor Company


Hyundai Motor Company


Kia


MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company


Egged Ta’avura


Derech Eretz Highways (1997)


Bird Rides


Car leasing companies: Carasso Motors; Pacific Vehicle and Transportation; and S. Shlomo Vehicle


Public Offerings for three car leasing companies: Eldan Transportation; Albar Mimunit Services; S. Shlomo Holdings


Car importers: David Lubinski; Colmobil Group; Mayer’s Cars and Trucks; Mediterranean Car Agency; Delek Motors; Max Trucks and Buses; Avnir Car Company; The Shlomo Group; Champion Motors


Israel’s leading car importers


Arkin Holdings & Hanaco Growth


Systra Group


SENER Group


TYPSA Group


Massad Oz Management & Engineering


iSTERN Civil Engineering Projects Management


Shapir Civil and Marine Engineering


Israel Aerospace Industries


Shufersal


REE Automotive


Next Gear Venture Partners


GES Global Environmental Solutions


M. S. Logistics and Tourism Ltd. (Derech Eretz Tours)


Shasha Tours (95)


Mercury Aviation Israel


Solel Boneh Infrastructure


Tnufa Transportation Solutions


Aviv AMCG Management and Consulting


Tama Plastic Industry


Eldan Cargo 2000


Krief Albatros


Transworld Logistics


International Chamber of Customs and Shipping Agents


Leschaco


Raphael Katz & Co. Customs Clearance


Sivanit International Forwarders


Playtika


Noach Niv Customs Agents


Cipia Vision


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising Cross Israel Highway on the expansion of Highway 6.
  • Representing Israeli-British ride-hailing app Gett in several significant commercial matters.
  • Representing a group consisting of Generation Capital, China (Hong Kong) Co, and Keolis in a BOT tender for the construction, operation and maintenance of the light rail between Haifa and Nazareth.

Gornitzky & Co.

Gornitzky & Co.’s strong links with Dan Public Transportation continues to pay dividends, with the team advising it on a slew of matters during 2023/24, including new rail projects, corporate transactions and regulatory issues. The team is also increasingly active on behalf of private clients in the shipping sphere. The department is co-led by managing partner Kfir Yadgar, whose broad practice spans corporate, commercial, regulatory and contentious work, and Yiftah Farber, who has a focus on infrastructure and finance.

Praxisleiter:

Kfir Yadgar; Yiftah Farber


Kernmandanten

Israel Ports Development & Assets Company


Haifa Port Company


Egged Transportation Company


ParaZero Technologies


Dan Public Transportation Company


Deliverider


Mobilitech Capital.


Mobility Brands


United Tours Company


Jack Yulzari Travel Ramle


Israel Railways Corporation


Egged Transportation Company


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented Haifa Port Company on day-to-day legal matters, including corporate operations, governance, real estate, competition, insolvency, finance, and tax matters.
  • Advised Israel Railways on five class actions involving air pollution and smoking prevention claims, leading to a comprehensive settlement agreement.
  • Advised Dan Public Transportation Company and its subsidiaries on ongoing and day-to-day legal matters, including public transportation legislation, regulatory compliance, and transactions.

Leshem-Kipperman, Law Offices & Notary

Mainly recognised for its signature shipping practice, Leshem-Kipperman, Law Offices & Notary is also equipped to handle aviation work. The transport and insurance boutique acts for mix of domestic and international insurance companies, P&I Clubs, shipping companies and airlines, among others, on regulatory issues, commercial transactions and litigation, including claims-related matters. Name partners Moshe Leshem and Irit Leshem Kipperman are the key contacts — both are ‘professional, efficient and prompt’.

Praxisleiter:

Moshe Leshem; Irit Leshem Kipperman


Referenzen

‘The team (Irit Leshem Kipperman and Moshe Leshem) are professional, efficient and prompt.’

Kernmandanten

Maman Cargo Terminals & Handling


Ethiopian Airlines


Royal Jordanian Airlines


Clal Insurance Company


Migdal Insurance Company


Marsh Global Claims Practice


Aon Commercial Risk Solutions


M Dizengoff P&I Representatives


Club Mediterranee


Europe Asia Pipeline Company


Harpaz P&I Club


Highlight-Mandate


  • Successfully represented Maman Cargo Terminals & Handling before the Supreme Court in a significant liability case.

Meitar law offices

Meitar Law Offices’ multidisciplinary transport practice is characterised by its significant regulatory dimension under the joint leadership of regulatory and corporate partner Alon Gellert and administrative law litigator Yankie Pfeffer. The team is praised for its ‘vast knowledge and experience’ and acts for a diverse range of public bus companies, vehicle importers and defence companies, among other domestic and multinational transport clients.

Praxisleiter:

Alon Gellert; Yankie Pfeffer


Referenzen

‘The team has vast knowledge and experience and an established reputation in the industry.’

 

Kernmandanten

Alstom Transport /Electra /Dan Transportation


Dan Public Transportation


The Public Transportation Company Union of Israel


Tnufa Public Transportation


The project company – Highway 6 – North


Kavim Public Transport


Bon Tour


Global Knafaim Leasing


Challenge Airlines IL


Israeli Drones Alliance


Zim


Sodyo


Haifa Port


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising Alstom, Electra and Dan Public Transportation on various matters relating to numerous public transport projects.
  • Representing Dan Public Transportation in negotiations with the Israeli government, covering payment rates and generated revenue from operated lines.
  • Representing the Public Transportation Company Union of Israel in ongoing Knesset discussions.

Salomon, Lipschütz & Co.

Salomon, Lipschütz & Co. continues to consolidate its position as a key adviser to public transport companies, where it advises several of Israel’s major players, such as Kavim and Superbus, as well as key trade association, the Forum of Private Public Transportation Companies in Israel. The team is highly regarded for its regulatory work, while it also handles commercial and contentious matters. Industry specialist Amit Gur fronts the administrative law, tenders, and transportation departments,

Praxisleiter:

Amit Gur


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Merav Arad Salomon; Dror Apfeldorf


Referenzen

‘It represents most of the companies that operate public transport in Israel, including before the Ministry of Transportation, the Ministry of Finance and other government offices. It has supported our companies for decades, from tenders through to operational matters and contentious procedures.’

‘Lawyers are expert in the fields of administrative law, constitutional law and equity, corporate law, competition law, traffic law, labour law and many other areas. They have extensive experience in litigation and dispute resolution, as well as arbitration. They are experts in negotiating with government offices.’

‘It acts as an adviser to most of the public transport companies. The team is well-known in the industry and has handled regulatory work for many years. Lawyers stand out for their accessibility, knowledge and experience.’

Kernmandanten

The Forum of Private Public Transport Companies


United Buses Services & Import


Afifi Group and its group companies Nateev Express and United Nazareth Bus Services


Superbus


Cable Express of the Afifi Group


Beit Shemesh Express of the Afifi Group


Kavim


Electra Afikim Group (including Elctra Afikim Transportation 2021)


Metropoline


Union of Public Transportation Operators in East Jerusalem (Abu Tur – Anata Public Transport Bus Company, Mount of Olives Bus Company, Sur Baher United Buses Company; Isawiya Shuafat Camp Buses Company Bus Company, Alwasat Public Transport, and South Buses Company


Dan in the South, of the Dan Group


Dan Beer Sheva, of the Dan Group


Cfir Light Rail


Extra Public Transport


Nazareth Transport & Tourism of the Afifi Group


Jerusalem Ramallah Bus Company


Galeem Narkis Gal Transportation


Esawya Shu’fat Buses


Shufat Bus Company


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acting for the Forum of Private Public Transport Companies in a NIS1bn dispute with the Ministry of Transportation regarding sectorial regulation of public transport operators.
  • Acting for the Forum of Private Public Transport Companies on all activities pertaining to public transport, including regulatory dealings with the Ministry of Transportation, dispute resolution, commercial negotiations and more.
  • Advising Esawya Shu’fat Buses and Shufat Bus Company in a NIS3.6m dispute against the the Ministry of Transportation for its refusal to pay subsidies for 2012-2015.

Zemah Schneider & Partners

Zemah Schneider & Partners’ transport expertise is focused on the automotive industry, where it routinely advises on regulatory matters concerning the import, marketing and service of motor vehicles. The practice specialises in representing large-scale Israeli vehicle importers, and related associations, and it added nine new clients to its roster during 2023/24, including Blilious NEV and David Lubinski. Ehood Schneider spearheads a team that ‘stands out for its professionalism and loyalty’.

Praxisleiter:

Ehood Schneider


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Sigalit Ben Sasson


Referenzen

‘Lawyers are professional in their field ’

‘The team stands out for its professionalism and loyalty. It is 100 percent dedicated to the client.’

Kernmandanten

The Israeli Vehicle Importers Association


Geo Mobility


Union Motors


Champion Motors


EV-Edge


Blilious NEV


David Lubinski


Albar (IMT) the Company for Vehicles Distribution


Carasso Motors


Shlomo Motors


Metro Motor Marketing (1981)


Automotive Equipment (AEV) Group


Auto Chen


Hamaagar BNC


Get Moto Leasing


The Israeli Two-Wheeled Vehicle Importers Association


Koluman Kolbus Automotive Solutions


Dalhom Motors


Union Industrial Vehicle


Lex Motors


Nissan Motor Co


REE Automotive


B-EV Motors


Colmobil


Emcol


TUB Advanced Transportation


Union Mobility


Auto Deal – Car Sales 1997


Pery Yeruham Automotive Company


Samelet Motors


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Geo Mobility on establishing a subsidiary in a European country, and also on a distribution agreement for importing and marketing electric vehicles from a China-based manufacturer across the EU.
  • Advised Geo Mobility on the negotiation and drafting of a distribution agreement with Farizon.
  • Advised Blilious NEV on the negotiation and drafting of a distribution agreement with Neta.

Arnon, Tadmor-Levy

Arnon, Tadmor-Levy recorded an uptick in aviation work during 2023/24, with the addition of new clients such as American Airlines and Qantas demonstrating its growth in this area. The team is also active in shipping, road and rail-related matters. Hanital Belinson Navon and Roy Masuri are noted for aviation litigation.

Weitere Kernanwälte:

Hanital Belinson Navon; Roy Masuri


Referenzen

‘Excellent in their field, provide excellent and courteous service with full availability and great motivation for success.’

‘Our main lawyer is Roy Masuri. We have great appreciation for his professional skills, wit, ability to provided solutions and speed of response.’

‘The team is highly professional and has strong experience, with Hanital Belinson Navon and Roy Masuri leading the way forward.’

Kernmandanten

State of Israel Inter-Ministerial Committee: Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Transport and the Jerusalem Transportation Master Plan Team


American Airlines


Swiss International Airlines


Austrian Airlines AG


Qantas


NTA – Metropolitan Mass Transit System


El Al Israel Airlines


Etihad Airways


Lufthansa


Israir Airlines & Tourism


HDI Global Specialty


Techjet Aerofoils


Ashdod Port Company


Sun d’or


Israel Ports Development & Assets Company


Global Knafaim Leasing


Flytrex Aviation


SIPG – Shanghai International Port Group


Labour Union of Arkia Israeli Airlines


SNCF


Haifa Marine Services


Ashdod Marine Services


IAA – Israeli Airports Authority


Israel Railways


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented El Al in various corporate, regulation, litigation and class action matters.
  • Advised Shanghai International Port Group on various issues, including agreements with shipping companies, agreements for the storage of large cargoes, and agreements to build a railway inside the port.
  • Advised the State of Israel and TransIsrael on the financing, design and construction of an additional lane of the Cross Israel Highway.

Firon Law Firm

Firon Law Firm’s transport practice is particularly recognised for its activity in transport infrastructure projects and aviation-related matters, including regulation. Ron Genat is noted for aviation law, where he enjoys close relationships with clients such as the Israel Airline Pilots Association. Infrastructure head Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky is also a key contact.

Praxisleiter:

Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky; Ron Genat; Ilan Kremer


Referenzen

‘Firon’s team consistently demonstrates exceptional expertise and dedication. It excels at managing complex, large-scale projects, providing strategic advice that aligns with both local and international standards. It guides us through every stage—from planning and financing to development and execution.’

‘Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky is one of a kind. Probably the best lawyer I have worked with. Her proactive approach and keen business acumen ensure that her legal advice is not only technically sound but also perfectly aligned with our strategic goals.’

‘The team consistently demonstrates a profound understanding of the complex regulatory landscape, adeptly navigating the intricacies of ongoing infrastructure and transport projects. They effectively address legal issues in real-time, even during the most hectic periods.’

Kernmandanten

Carmelton Group


Ashtrom Group


Shapir Civil and Marine


El Al Israel Airlines


Swissport Israel


Israel Railways Company


Israel Airline Pilots Association


Shlomo Transportation Group


CAF


Light TLV


Israir


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Light TLV, Shapir and CAF on the PFI project for the Purple Line of the light rail in Tel Aviv.
  • Advised El Al in a class action lawsuit filed against it, which was subsequently rejected.
  • Advised the Israel Airline Pilots Association on various matters.

Gilad Berman Law Office

Boutique firm Gilad Berman Law Office is equipped to handle the full suite of shipping, aviation and inland transport-related matters. With experience in contentious and non-contentious work, the team acts for an extensive range of insurance companies, cargo owners, suppliers, importers and exporters, among other transport clients. Firm founder Gilad Berman is recommended.

Praxisleiter:

Gilad Berman


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Orna Berman


Referenzen

‘The office specialises in marine insurance and shipping, representing key players in the field. It also deals with contracts and litigation. Representing insurance companies allows the office to have a thorough understanding of what is possible and how to proceed.

‘Highlighting their abilities as litigators, the firm’s partners are highly efficient and have extensive experience in many areas, allowing them to have a broad perspective.’

‘The team is very up-to-date on the legal material, very knowledgeable, friendly, kind and fair, particularly Gilad Berman.’

Kernmandanten

IDI Insurance Company


Israel Aerospace Industries


Raphael Valves Industries


Top Kor


SG Electronics


Israel Shipyards Port


Smet Groundwater Technics of the Belgian Smet Group


North of Israel Toyota Agency – Nazareth (AS Abdulhadi Auto Parts)


Lamed Investment & Trade


Marine Ties


Uri Ovadia


AIG Israel


Migdal Group Insurance and Finance


Shomera Insurance Company


We Sure Insurance Company


Swiss RE Group


Doortec Entrance Technology


Sinai Insurance Agency


ATGR Insurance Agency


Peltours Insurance


Pasta Mia


Daykanut Car Spare Parts Manufacturing


Danpal Skylite


Amirey Bat Yam


Bat Yam Municipality


M-Tower Group


Kroviner-Ormore Properties & Investments


AT Acar Construction


Enigma Flowers Trading


Subaru Nazareth Service Center


Wel Medical


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acted for Top Kor on the sale and shipment of cooling and industrial refrigeration systems from the Netherlands, Germany and China.
  • Acted for the northern branch of Israel’s Toyota Agency on the import and transportation of Toyota electric cars from China.
  • Acted for Lamed Investment and Trade in forming an international air transport company in the UK to solve the ongoing disruption of maritime shipments via the Persian Gulf and Red Sea, among other matters.

Shibolet & Co.

Shibolet & Co.’s transport offering is closely aligned with its infrastructure practice, with an emphasis on acting for clients such as NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System and Israel Ports Development and Assets Company. The team also advises aviation companies on regulation and litigation. Infrastructure partners Sharon Adler and David Magriso co-lead the team alongside Ronit Niederman, who specialises in tender law.

Praxisleiter:

David Magriso; Sharon Adler; Ronit Niederman


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Maayan Berg


Referenzen

‘We highlight its extensive experience in the field, professional understanding of the subject and legal creativity.’

‘I have had the pleasure of working with Shibolet law firm on transport and infrastructure-related matters, and its expertise in the field is outstanding. The team is highly professional, providing legal insights, creative solutions, and a strategic approach that truly adds value to our company.’

‘Ronit Niederman is exceptionally skilled in tender and commercial law, particularly within the fields of transport and infrastructure. Her professionalism, dedication, attention to detail, and ability to navigate complex legal issues have been invaluable to us.’

Kernmandanten

NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System


The Israel Ports Development and Assets Company


Superbus/Auto-Chen Group


Pango


ARC Automotive Inc


Hainan Airlines Holding Co


Pro Sky France


Montpellier Business School


Gullivair


Shapir Civil and Marine Engineering


Terranova Tourism Marketing & Consultancy


Aharoni Shai


Wopy


American Airlines


Cariad


Silib


GT Gettaxi Services Israel


Israel Railways


Cfir Light Rail


Mobike Technology Israel


El Al Israel Airlines


Israel Ports Developments & Assets Company


Arkia Israeli Airlines


Albar Leasing (RZ)


General Motors


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Superbus on preparing a proposal for a competitive process to obtain licences for operating public transportation bus lines in the Southern Gush-Dan cluster.
  • Represented Royal Air Maroc in an application for approval of a class action in Israel.
  • Represented Israel Ports Development and Assets Company in a public international design-build tender for the marine connectors in the South Port.