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S Horowitz

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Israel

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S. Horowitz has one of the largest teams of banking and finance lawyers in Israel. Our banking and finance practice is widely recognized as a leader in the market with a consistent record of being ranked as a first tier firm by all the major legal directories in their banking and finance tables.

Our market leading banking and finance team acts for commercial banks, investment banks, private equity funds, hedge funds, financial institutions, insurance companies, export credit agencies, mezzanine funds, credit card companies and corporates in relation to the full spectrum of financial products.

We focus on all aspects of finance, including bilateral and syndicated lending, acquisition and leverage financing, venture financing, derivatives and financial instruments, asset finance, project finance, trade finance, export credit finance, credit cards, consumer finance, regulation of banking activity (including financial promotion), restructurings, debt rescheduling, work outs and insolvency.

Having developed extensive experience acting for Israeli and foreign lenders, as well as borrowers, on cross border financings, we work seamlessly with foreign counsel (whether as the local law firm or as the lead firm of lawyers) on international financings.

Industries (6)

  • Banking & Corporate Finance
  • Banking & Financial Disputes
  • Banking & Finance Class Action
  • Insolvency & Restructuring
  • Investment Banking
  • Project Finance

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Banking & Finance - Israel

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

S Horowitz & Co is a premier law firm with an outstanding reputation for financing transactions and a deep bench containing a number of market-leading lawyers. It is particularly noted for its work on behalf of domestic banking clients, providing ongoing regulatory and transactional advice to several of Israel's largest banks. S Horowitz & Co also has recognised expertise in the financing of activities in the transport, energy and agribusiness sectors, and advises major private equity houses in transactions. It has a sophisticated understanding of syndicated loans, as well as asset finance, with notable experience handling cross-border mandates. The firm is notably active in export credit financing.

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Work Highlights

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  • S Horowitz & Co assisted Ellomay Pumped Storage with a pumped storage power plant project in North Israel, valued at EUR1.5 billion, including financing transactions.

Strengths

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  • S Horowitz combines in-depth knowledge of the Israeli market with an appreciation of the financing requirements of European lenders.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • Commercial awareness is one of their great strengths.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • Their depth of expertise, responsiveness and dedication to finding innovative solutions to complex legal issues is impressive.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • The team at S Horowitz is always quick to respond and is proactive.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • The finance team at S Horowitz knows how to solve every challenge in the best way and to the highest standards.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Aharon (Anthony) Bloch
    Aharon (Anthony) Bloch

    Aharon (Anthony) Bloch

    Aharon Bloch is a leading lawyer and head of the firm's corporate/commercial department. His practice includes representing leading Israeli banks in syndicated loan transactions and regulatory matters.

    • Aharon Bloch is a professional authority in many areas of expertise and generates significant business value.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Aharon Bloch has a great legal mind.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Aharon Bloch is one of a kind. With his exceptional qualities and attributes, he is a role model for employees and colleagues.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Michelle Liberman
    Michelle Liberman

    Michelle Liberman

    Michelle Liberman is a highly respected lawyer in Israeli banking circles. She possesses refinancing and cross-border financing experience as well as handling aviation finance. She represents some of the most prominent banks and corporations in Israel.

    • Michelle Liberman is an excellent lawyer.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Michelle Liberman has exceptional abilities in negotiation and service. She delivers high standards in her work and creates significant business value.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Clifford Davis
    Clifford Davis

    Clifford Davis

    Clifford Davis is a highly regarded banking lawyer whose clients include global private equity firms and leading Israeli banks. His experience encompasses acquisition finance and export finance.

    • Clifford Davis is a knowledgeable and practical lawyer.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Clifford Davis' knowledge is second to none, which coupled with this commercial awareness and the service he provides is compelling.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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