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Herzog Fox & Neeman

Banking & Finance

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Herzog Fox & Neeman

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Herzog Fox & Neeman's Banking & Finance practice is one of the largest and most diverse finance practices in Israel, both in terms of services and clients. The practice is recognised as an industry leader in major domestic and international legal guides and publications, playing a pivotal role in the development of the banking and finance industry. The practice is internationally respected for its comprehensive knowledge of the Israeli banking and finance sector, and our teams have extensive experience handling high profile, domestic and cross-border cases, as well as complex, cross-departmental matters. This allows us to provide unmatched, comprehensive, innovative, and often tailor-made advice and solutions to our clients. Furthermore, we have long-standing connections to our ecosystem's largest players, such as global financial institutions and government entities. Our client base consists of both domestic and international major financial organizations, and most foreign banks operating in Israel.

Our expertise includes all types of loan transactions, acquisition financing, aviation financing, structured financing, regulatory and compliance issues, derivatives, financial products, and more.

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Banking & Finance - Israel

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Herzog Fox & Neeman is a highly rated law firm with an exceptional reputation for representing domestic and international financial institutions in major financing transactions, frequently with cross-border aspects. It is also noted for its expertise in regulatory matters and the securitisation of loan portfolios as well as for advising on cryptocurrency matters. It has expertise in issues arising from online and credit card payments, as well as for its dominant practice in the derivatives space. The firm has diverse experience acting on matters relating to real estate, acquisition financing and aircraft financing.

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Work Highlights

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  • Herzog Fox & Neeman assisted Pango Pay & Go with financing for the ILS500 million acquisition of Gett Taxi.

Strengths

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  • They understand the client's commercial needs and work to create solutions that enable business operations without unnecessary restrictions.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • Herzog Fox has very good knowledge of the financial regulation landscape and the ability to analyse the impact of new regulation, propose changes and negotiate with the regulators.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • Herzog Fox & Neeman stands out for its deep expertise in banking and financial law, combined with a highly strategic and client-focused approach.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • They have a profound understanding of financing structures, regulatory requirements and contract negotiations, ensuring the best possible outcomes.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • Their in-depth knowledge and strategic approach ensure seamless execution even in the most challenging cases.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Alan Sacks
    Alan Sacks

    Alan Sacks

    Alan Sacks is a prominent and highly experienced lawyer who represents numerous high-profile lenders. He has a very strong record of representing international financial institutions.

    • Alan Sacks is a very good lawyer with lots of experience.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Irit Roth
    Irit Roth

    Irit Roth

    Irit Roth is a highly regarded lawyer who has extensive experience in the regulatory aspects of the banking and finance space in Israel. She is joint head of Herzog Fox & Neeman's banking and finance practice.

    • Irit Roth is smart, has a very bright and balanced approach and lots of experience. She is always available and great at handling cross-border matters.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Irit has very good knowledge of the market, including its participants and regulators.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Irit Roth is very smart, very experienced and also very practical and commercial. She knows banking inside out.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Irit is highly professional, highly available and she has a good acquaintance with regulatory authorities in Israel and legal firms across the globe.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Irit Roth possesses a strong business sense coupled with deep expertise in banking regulation.

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  • Roy Nachimzon
    Roy Nachimzon

    Roy Nachimzon

    Roy Nachimzon is a skilled lawyer who possesses experience in areas such as acquisition finance and commercial loans. He is capable of acting on both the lender and borrower sides of transactions. He is joint head of Herzog's banking and finance practice.

    • His expertise and experience enable him to handle even the most complex matters efficiently, with strategic thinking and full alignment with business needs.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Roy Nachimzon provides outstanding legal services, demonstrating deep expertise in banking and finance. He is highly responsive, detail-oriented and proactive in addressing complex financial matters.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • His professionalism, strategic thinking and client-focused approach make him a highly valuable adviser.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • He possesses a keen analytical mind, allowing him to swiftly identify key legal issues and develop effective strategies and address them.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Roy is highly responsive and approachable, communicates with clarity and his dedication to serving our best interests is evident in every interaction.

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  • Natalie Jacobs
    Natalie Jacobs

    Natalie Jacobs

    Natalie Jacobs is a respected finance lawyer who advises a range of banks and institutional investors. She has particular expertise in securitisation and derivatives transactions.

    • Natalie gives us great service and helps us broaden our relationships with financial institutions.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Natalie Jacobs is very expert in structured finance derivative and securitisation and ISDA derivative matters.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Natalie Jacobs is good at working with Israeli and foreign clients and jurisdictions, she is always available and you can always rely on her. She is there to solve all your problems.

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  • Ben Kanter
    Ben Kanter

    Ben Kanter

    Ben Kanter gains increasingly strong recognition for his finance work advising leading private equity and credit companies, as well as banks, in addition to representing borrowers. Based in Tel Aviv, he is also a notable lawyer in the area of aircraft finance.

    • Ben Kanter is super smart, hard-working and he anticipates and deftly manages challenges before they even occur. He is someone we can rely on across a variety of different finance-related workstreams.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Ben Kanter is calm, communicates and expresses himself well and knows the market.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Ben is a good negotiator, very efficient and thorough. He has a very international approach which is a huge advantage.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Ben is available, responsive, technically strong and a pleasure to work with.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Ben Kanter is a very strong attorney.

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