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S Horowitz

Transportation: Aviation

Global Guide 2026 : Israel


S Horowitz

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Our Aviation practice group, one of the longest-established and most experienced in Israel, is well-known for its uncompromising quality and thoroughness of work and expertise in all fields of aviation law (including aerospace), achieving excellent results in and outside court.

Over the course of many years, our Aviation Practice Group has accumulated extensive experience of advising and acting for international and domestic clients, providing both matter-specific and ongoing legal counsel to foreign and national airlines, satellite operators, suppliers of rolling stock and suppliers of international courier and transportation services, etc. Our advice is sought on all aspects of their business operations, including general corporate work, tenders, negotiation of commercial and operational agreements, acquisition and financing transactions, regulatory matters and court proceedings involving industry-specific disputes and liability claims. We also represent global companies on cross-border high value and multi-party claims.

As part of the continual process of ensuring that we provide the most current advice in the field, we maintain contacts and affiliations with international professional organizations, for enabling us to advise clients regarding the latest developments in the aviation aerospace sectors. 

Clients (9)

  • Global, Domestic And Foreign Airlines Companies And Groups
  • Multinational Transport And Logistic Companies
  • Professional Aviation Organizations
  • Satellite Operators
  • Aerospace Companies
  • Global Courier Companies & Shippers
  • Suppliers Of Rolling Stock
  • Suppliers Of International Courier & Transportation Services
  • Insurance Companies Operating In Aviation Aerospace Fields

Industries (8)

  • Representing Carriers In Class Actions Of Passenger Claims
  • Route Licensing, Flight/Overflight Permits, Alliances, Airline Membership Programs & Competition Law
  • Damage To Aircrafts, Third party Damage & Cargo Claims
  • Ground-Handling Contracts, Airport Charges, Air Traffic Control & Slot Allocation
  • Matters Involving Air Cargo Claims
  • Acquisitions, Disposals And Financing Of Aircrafts And Satellites
  • IT Contracts, Sales Agency Agreements, Maintenance & Support Agreements
  • Licenses & Facility Management Agreements

Chambers Review

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Transportation: Aviation - Israel

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

S Horowitz & Co is a highly respected Israeli law firm with a longstanding and renowned aviation department. It is often instructed on air cargo claims, traffic control and other matters connected with airports. The aviation team has notable strength in the regulatory and contentious arenas, and is regularly engaged in disputes involving high-profile airlines. The law firm possesses further experience in class actions involving travel agents, consumer protection rights and insurance payments. It also represents lenders in aircraft financings.

Work Highlights

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  • S Horowitz & Co represented El Al Israel Airlines in two class actions regarding the airline's voucher policy.

Strengths

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  • The law firm offers a deep comprehension of the regulatory framework.

    Transportation: Aviation respondentGlobal
  • The S Horowitz & Co team is very efficient, very structured and has a sound knowledge of the aviation business.

    Transportation: Aviation respondentGlobal
  • The law firm demonstrates a client-centered approach and exceptional problem-solving abilities. Its superior negotiation skills further contribute to achieving favorable outcomes.

    Transportation: Aviation respondentGlobal
  • The lawyers are very detailed and very quick in acting, keeping the client informed and always trying to accommodate the clients' needs.

    Transportation: Aviation respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleHugh Kowarsky
    Senior StatespeopleHugh Kowarsky

    Hugh Kowarsky

    Hugh Kowarsky is one of the most senior lawyers in the sector in Israel. He continues to lead the firm's aviation litigation and non-contentious matters.
  • Band 1Eyal Doron
    Band 1Eyal Doron

    Eyal Doron

    Eyal Doron is a distinguished lawyer who is active on a wide range of contentious mandates in the Israeli aviation sector, both for large national carriers and for international low-cost airlines. He also provides regulatory and advisory services to airline operators.

    • I would recommend Eyal Doron very highly. He is very available and provides very on-point advice.

      Transportation: Aviation respondentGlobal
    • Eyal Doron's approach to problem-solving is strategic and well informed, ensuring effective resolution of even the most intricate matters.

      Transportation: Aviation respondentGlobal
    • He is able to help with the more outside-the-box, unique cases.

      Transportation: Aviation respondentGlobal
    • He demonstrates a profound understanding of the business.

      Transportation: Aviation respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at S Horowitz (2)

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