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Provided by Amir Cohen-Dor
Adv. Amir Cohen-Dor, Managing Partner and head of the Maritime, Aviation and Transportation Department at S. Friedman, Abramson & Co., is an internationally renowned expert with over 35 years of experience in Maritime Law.
Amir’s expertise encompasses all facets of maritime law, both onshore and offshore. His practice covers a broad range of matters, including cargo damage claims, insurance disputes, vessel collisions (including pilotage and salvage), general average, and civil and criminal lawsuits related to marine pollution. He also handles disputes concerning creditors’ liens before the Admiralty Court, mortgage enforcements, and serves as court-appointed receiver in vessel auctions. Amir also handles complex charter party disputes in its capacity as a supporting member of the London Maritime Arbitration Association (LMAA). Amir's activities involve negotiating and drafting of Charter Parties, joint ventures, and slot charters for major shipping operators. Amir is the legal advisor of the Israeli Chamber of Shipping, providing day to day legal advice to the local shipping agencies.
With his vast experience and a robust global network of relationships with top shipping law firms worldwide, Amir is a trusted advisor to both domestic and international clients. His ability to provide comprehensive, reliable legal advice in maritime law continues to set him apart.
In 2024, Amir was appointed Chair of the Maritime-Transportation Team of the National Bar Association, further solidifying his leadership and commitment to advancing the field of maritime law.
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He is attentive and willing to invest the time and effort to come up with the best solution for my complex situations.
He is very available and also locates the correct local counsel for us where we work internationally.
Amir Cohen-Dor is really a class of his own. He has an all-round expertise in shipping that is unrivalled in Israel.
He is by far the best shipping lawyer in Israel and an antitrust expert.
Amir Cohen-Dor is a top-level professional in all fields of shipping activity, holding vast and efficient experience while at the same time being always open for changes and new developments.
He is attentive and willing to invest the time and effort to come up with the best solution for my complex situations.
He is very available and also locates the correct local counsel for us where we work internationally.
Amir Cohen-Dor is really a class of his own. He has an all-round expertise in shipping that is unrivalled in Israel.
He is by far the best shipping lawyer in Israel and an antitrust expert.
Amir Cohen-Dor is a top-level professional in all fields of shipping activity, holding vast and efficient experience while at the same time being always open for changes and new developments.