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Berkman & Co.

Dispute Resolution: Class Action (Defence)

Global Guide 2026 : Israel


Berkman & Co.

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Berkman & Co.

Recognized as one of Israel’s leading litigation firms, Berkman & Co. specializes in complex high-profile commercial disputes, as well as complex and high-value class actions and derivative claims.

Known for its out-of-the-box thinking and for finding innovative solutions to complex disputes, Berkman & Co. has been involved in some of the most challenging cases brought before Israeli courts and arbitration tribunals, with many of the cases handled by the firm over the years involving precedent-setting issues that were not previously addressed by Israeli courts.

Berkman & Co. maintains an uncompromising professional level, ensuring its clients receive the very best representation possible. With a reputation for quickly understanding and analyzing complex legal and commercial disputes, the firm’s dedicated team, headed by founder Adv. Ron Berkman, has gained extensive experience in representing and advising leading domestic and international clients in shareholder disputes, corporate control contests, minority shareholder oppression, and director and officer liability.

The firm’s exceptional dispute resolution practice is routinely representing local and multinational corporations and clients in disputes involving corporate, contract, administrative and securities laws, across a variety of industries, including banking and financial services, energy and infrastructure, telecommunications, insurance, chemicals, hi-tech and biotech.


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Dispute Resolution: Class Action (Defence) - Israel

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Berkman & Co. is a compact group with a varied disputes practice and an established reputation for class actions. The law firm is experienced in assisting banking institutions, companies in the energy and telecoms sectors, and high net worth entrepreneurs with commercial litigation and arbitration. Its lawyers are also active in handling class actions and derivative actions. The firm has been particularly active in shareholder disputes.

Work Highlights

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  • Berkman & Co. represented Dan Public Transportation in an administrative petition concerning a tender bid.

Strengths

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  • The team knows to give advice that is practical for the company.

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  • Berkman & Co. is very thorough and meticulous. It succeeds in thinking outside the box.

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  • The lawyers are well equipped to deal with complex matters.

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  • This department stands out in the industry due to its deep expertise, strong teamwork and commitment to client service.

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  • The law firm provides great analysis, arguments and presentations.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Ron Berkman
    Band 2Ron Berkman

    Ron Berkman

    Ron Berkman is well regarded for his experience in general litigation, as well as his class actions experience. His work extends to advising on insolvency and labour disputes.

    • Ron Berkman is a first-class litigator.

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    • He is an exceptional lawyer.

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    • It is hard to find such talent and care together in one person as in Ron Berkman.

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  • Band 4Gilad Porat
    Band 4Gilad Porat

    Gilad Porat

    Gilad Porat handles a broad spectrum of commercial litigation matters, involving securities law, contractual claims and liquidations. He regularly assists entrepreneurs and publicly owned companies.

    • He stands out for his sharp strategic thinking, being calm under pressure and his ability to navigate complex litigation with both legal precision and commercial awareness.

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    • Gilad Porat is a highly skilled and sophisticated lawyer, a tough negotiator who is also pleasant and respectful.

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    • Gilad Porat is a tenacious litigator who manages client's expectations.

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