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S Horowitz

Corporate/M&A

Global Guide 2026 : Israel


S Horowitz

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About

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S.Horowitz is considered one of Israel’s leading law firms in the corporate field, and possesses a superb international reputation. Our firm has nearly 100 years of extensive experience providing legal services to clients across a broad spectrum of industries.

From multi-jurisdictional joint ventures to cross-border mergers and acquisitions, from IPOs to tender offers, from private equity to leveraged buy-outs and from corporate governance to international finance, our firm’s top-tier reputation for providing the full range of corporate law services places us on a level with leading Wall Street and City of London law firms. Our clients benefit from the international professional background of many of our partners, native English speakers qualified in multiple jurisdictions, who trained and gained practical work experience in leading corporate departments in prominent New York and City of London law firms. This superb international expertise complements the strength of our overall team, and has led to our involvement in the most sophisticated transactions for the most sophisticated clients.

Industries (8)

  • Capital Markets
  • Commercial Transactions
  • Corporate Governance & Regulatory
  • Hi Tech
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Ngos, Charities & Non Profit Organizations
  • Venture Capital & Private Equity
  • Tenders & Government Procurement Contracts

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Israel

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

S Horowitz is a well-established law firm that regularly advises international clients from the USA and Europe on inbound mergers and acquisitions of Israeli entities. The group wins respect for its work as local counsel on major global transactions. It is experienced in handling complex mandates including contested takeovers and has broad sector-based knowledge including with regard to telecoms, healthcare and technology. Its lawyers are notably active assisting clients in the banking industry with the disposition of assets and group reorganisation endeavours.

Work Highlights

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  • S Horowitz assisted Mlead, a joint venture including Davelman Perzlina Projects and Buildings Management, Artelia SAS and Mahod Engineering, with the corporate establishment and operational structuring of a special purpose vehicle.

Strengths

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  • The lawyers know the client's business inside out. Their expertise in new media and corporate and tax structuring is a real lifesaver.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
  • The team is highly attentive of client needs.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
  • The team's deep knowledge of both local regulation and cross-border transactions enables the client to move quickly and close deals efficiently.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
  • S Horowitz knows to be creative and deal-focused.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Clifford Davis
    Band 3Clifford Davis

    Clifford Davis

    Clifford Davis is noted for his experienced handling of M&A and corporate financing. He acts for clients such as international private equity funds and engineering companies.

    • He is calm and an excellent negotiator. He understands what is important and what isn't worth fighting about.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • Clifford Davis is a very smart and experienced lawyer with great judgement. He provides sounds counsel.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
  • Up and ComingAvner Itzhaki
    Up and ComingAvner Itzhaki

    Avner Itzhaki

    Avner Itzhaki is adept at handling local and international sales and acquisitions. He is active assisting clients from a variety of sectors, including infrastructure and technology.

    • Avner Itzhaki is a highly skilled M&A lawyer who combines sharp legal expertise with strong commercial insight. He is responsive, pragmatic and consistently delivers outstanding results.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • He is clear in communication and consistently adds real value not just as a legal counsel, but as a trusted adviser too.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

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