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Gornitzky & Co

Tax

Global Guide 2026 : Israel


Gornitzky & Co

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Gornitzky & Co.’s Tax lawyers are among Israel’s leading tax practitioners. For over 50 years, we have represented clients in Israeli courts, including the Supreme Court, and won landmark cases.

Our Tax team advises on:

  • Tax-efficient structures for cross-border projects, M&A and reorganizations;
  • International tax planning for cross-border and intra-group transactions;
  • Negotiations with the Israel Tax Authority (including pre-rulings);
  • Transfer pricing and advance pricing agreements;
  • Civil and criminal tax litigation and appeals;
  • Structuring solutions for resolving major disputes;
  • Voluntary disclosure programs;
  • Tax matters of high-net worth individuals and families, including immigration to/from Israel;
  • Trusts, estates and multi-generational asset transfers;
  • Real estate and VAT matters;
  • Employee equity plans;
  • Customs and other indirect taxes.

Our tax partners serve on key professional and governmental tax committees and advise the Israel Tax Authority on complex matters. Some practitioners are also CPAs or hold additional degrees, and the team regularly publishes in leading Israeli publications. We work closely with the firm’s other practices to provide integrated advice across transactions and disputes.vice in M&A, real estate, capital markets, corporate and commercial matters, fund formation and more.

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Tax - Israel

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Gornitzky & Co is a leading full-service law firm which garners particular praise for its tax practice, being well respected for its capacity to handle multi-jurisdictional and high-value tax matters. The law firm assists companies from various industries, as well as high net worth individuals. Services include tax planning, trusts, transfers of assets and negotiations with the Israel Tax Authority. The law firm also displays significant tax litigation capabilities. Gornitzky's first-class team further advises clients on a broad range of other tax issues, including group reorganisations and cross-border restructuring, as well as handling the tax aspects of high-value M&A deals.

Work Highlights

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  • Gornitzky & Co represented Broadcom, formerly known as CA Software, in an appeal against the Israeli Tax Authority concerning its acquisition by a multinational group.

Strengths

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  • The team at Gornitzky is very responsive and knowledgeable.

    Tax respondentGlobal
  • Gornitzky's tax advice is clear, actionable and tailored. It is not just technically correct, but also commercially useful.

    Tax respondentGlobal
  • The law firm has an excellent understanding of tax situations and ability to provide quality advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeoplePinhas Rubin
    Senior StatespeoplePinhas Rubin

    Pinhas Rubin

    Pinhas Rubin maintains his longstanding reputation as one of the most esteemed tax lawyers in Israel. His extensive experience encompasses VAT issues as well as liaising with the tax authorities on behalf of high net worth individuals.
    • Pinhas Rubin is one of the greatest lawyers in Israel.

      Tax respondentGlobal
  • Band 1Daniel Paserman
    Band 1Daniel Paserman

    Daniel Paserman

    Head of tax Daniel Paserman is acclaimed for his expert handling of international tax matters, acting for high net worth individuals and multinational companies. He also offers expertise in corporate tax and related dispute resolution.
    • Daniel is a top-tier lawyer and a true strategic thinker. His ability to see both the legal and commercial angles makes him an invaluable adviser, especially when unexpected issues arise.

      Tax respondentGlobal
    • His advice is top notch.

      Tax respondentGlobal
    • Daniel Paserman is one of the leading tax lawyers in Israel. He is bright, attentive and brilliant.

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  • Band 4Gil Grady
    Band 4Gil Grady

    Gil Grady

    Gil Grady is a respected lawyer advising domestic clients on a wide array of tax mandates, including income tax. He also represents clients in tax appeals before the Israeli Supreme Court.

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